GION & HIGASHIYAMA

Stone pavement, traditional wooden machiya, and Geisha

Gion is one of the places where you can feel a unique atmosphere of Japan.
Take a walk and pose anywhere and you’ll be able to get a spectacular shot of authentic Japan.
Less than 10km from Gion, you can stroll under a cherry blossom tree at Philosopher’s path. 
  • Pre-wedding photo of a couple smiling at each other romantically holding Japanese umbrella in Gion, Kyoto
  • A couple holding props for pre-wedding photo
  • A couple posing in front of traditional wooden house in Gion for vacation photo with Yusuke HImi
  • Kimono photoshoot in Gion, Kyoto

Popular Locations in East Kyoto

Kennin-ji Temple
Yasaka Shrine
Nenezaka
Ninenzaka
Kiyomizudera
Chionin
Nanzenji Temple
Heian Shrine
Philisopher’s Path
Ginkakuji

Places near Gion Area

Summer time with fresh green surrounding Kiyomizedera temple in Kyoto

Kiyomizudera Temple

Yasaka shrine in Kyoto

Yasaka Shrine

Cherry blossom blooming in Maruyama park, Kyoto

Maruyama Park

Ginakuji temple in Autumn with colorful maple leaves

Gingakuji Temple

Philosopher's path with cherry blossoms in full bloom

Philospher’s Path

Heian shrine during cherry blossom season

Heian Shrine