Kyoto Prefecture

Gion is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Kyoto. It is famous for being the entertainment district of the city and for the presence of real geishas that you can often see walking along the streets. There are many interesting sites to see in Gion, all of which you can visit on foot. Minamiza Kabuki Theater Kabuki is a genre developed in Kyoto in the early 17th century characterized by song, dance, and mime, performed by male actors. Of the original seven kabuki theaters in Gion, Minamiza is the only one that remains. It was built in 1929, although a theater has been in the same spot since the early 1600s. Make sure you cross the street to appreciate the façade in full before you enter. You may like to fit attending a production into your walking tour. Alternatively, you could pick a flyer from the foyer to plan a visit for a later date. Maruyama Park The most popular spot for cherry blossoms in Kyoto, Maruyama Park, has a variety of cherry trees called the Shidarezakura, or weeping cherry. The best time to visit is after dark as the weeping cherry trees are lit up until 1:00 a.m. The…