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[July 16 Only!] Discover the Hidden Traditions of the Gion Festival – A Long and Special Evening Tour

[July 16 Only!] Discover the Hidden Traditions of the Gion Festival – A Long and Special Evening Tour
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Point 1

One day only! Experience special Gion Festival events that can only be seen on this particular day.

Point 2

Gion Festival is more than just lively crowds. Discover its deep history and traditions!

Point 3

Become a Gion Festival expert! Your guide will lead you through the festival for 4 hours.

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Tour Features

A special long day discovering the hidden side of the Gion Festival - things you may think you know, but actually don’t.

The Gion Festival has a history of more than 1,100 years.
The Yamaboko Junko (the famous float procession) is widely known, but the events held throughout July involve much more than that.
In this tour, you will experience a special ritual that can only be seen on one particular day in July during the Gion Festival period.
As written in the tour title, this is a 4-hour tour from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Enjoy a long and memorable Gion Festival evening with your guide.

Why did the Gion Festival begin?
Why are so many local people so passionate about this festival?

By experiencing the special day of July 16, you will see the true spirit of the Gion Festival, beyond just the festive street stalls and lively atmosphere.

One of the highlights of this tour is participating in an important event held on the eve of the Yamaboko Junko.
Together with the local people involved in the festival, you will feel the unique excitement and anticipation of the night before this major event.

Tour Schedule

00min: Meet up
↓   How did the Gion Festival began?
↓   Watch Iwami Kagura performance
↓   “Konchikichin♪” – Learn about the festival floats and traditional festival music (ohayashi)
↓   Explanation of the famous floats: Naginata, Kanko, Tori, and Tsuki-hoko
↓   Watch the Bofuri-bayashi performance
↓   Learn about Hiyori Kagura
↓   Grand finale of Yoiyama: Watch the Lantern Removal Ceremony
4-hours: Tour ends

Tour Details

Departure Date 2026.7.16(Thu)
Departure Time 18:00
Duration 4-Hours
Language
(English guidance provided as much as possible)
Meeting Place Keihan Gion‑Shijo Station ticket gate (underground)
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Minimum operation participants From 2 Person
Tour Conductor/Guide No Tour Conductor / Guide Accompanied
Price 9,460 JPY
*Free for children under 2 years old
〇Please contact us if you wish to book a private group tour.
○Included: Guide fee, insurance, consumption tax
What to bring/Clothes Light walking clothes and shoes
Notes
*Viewing for Iwami Kagura will be standing room only.
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