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# Pontocho Alley

![Ponto-cho is a Hanamachi district in Kyoto Japan. There are many geisha houses, traditional tea houses, historical architectures and riverbed style cuisine restaurants.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160578/6c8d0624-be8e-46f6-8151-e20f76f735e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ponto-cho is a Hanamachi district in Kyoto Japan. There are many geisha houses, traditional tea houses, historical architectures and riverbed style cuisine restaurants.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160578/6c8d0624-be8e-46f6-8151-e20f76f735e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Pontocho Alley](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10323/da68e233-bafc-46d8-ad3d-13f217d18bf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Pontocho Alley

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## Plan a trip to see Pontocho Alley

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![The Screen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2592600/2592508/8a0751a2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### The Screen

Downtown Kyoto

£1,430

per person

16 Mar - 22 Mar

found 1 day ago

Additional charges may apply

Return direct flight included

London (LON) to Osaka (KIX)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (320 reviews)

The room was incredible, the staff were so welcoming and attentive, it was truly a magical experience. Dinner at the restaurant is a must!

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

![KABIN Koji](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27080000/27077100/27077097/5da0b9d2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### KABIN Koji

Shimogyo Ward

£2,005

per person

2 Apr - 5 Apr

found 1 day ago

Additional charges may apply

Return direct flight included

Manchester (MAN) to Osaka (KIX)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (246 reviews)

The room was clean, comfortable and had an amazing rain shower in the bathroom!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

![KABIN Taka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97330000/97324600/97324566/ee2144ba_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### KABIN Taka

Shimogyo Ward

£1,844

per person

2 Apr - 5 Apr

found 1 day ago

Additional charges may apply

Return direct flight included

Manchester (MAN) to Osaka (KIX)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)

There was a blot on the carpet and seems the room smelt of disinfectant. Otherwise I could have rated our stay 5-star.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

### Tours & day trips

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2h

9.6/10

574 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£18

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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45m

9.8/10

26 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£30

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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3h

10/10

144 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£83

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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3h 30m

10/10

129 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£72

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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1h 10m

9.8/10

632 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£21

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### KIYOTO's Private Wander: Highlights & Hidden Gems

8h

10/10

3 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£327

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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### Kimono & Tea Ceremony Experience in a Kyoto Cultural Asset

1h 30m

8/10

39 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£126

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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9h 30m

9.8/10

17 Viator reviews

£91

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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1h 30m

10/10

78 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£48

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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3h+

9.6/10

30 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£65

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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3h 30m

10/10

129 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£72

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### KIYOTO's Private Wander: Highlights & Hidden Gems

8h

10/10

3 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£327

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

\*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults

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### Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour

9h

9.6/10

22 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£360

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

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### From Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara: A Captivating Full-Day Private Tour

10h

10/10

11 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£360

includes taxes & fees

per traveller\*

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1h 40m

9.8/10

58 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£21

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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5h

Free cancellation available

£33

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per adult

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9h

£4

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Discovering Kyoto A Tailored Private Tour of the City's Treasures

3h

8.4/10

5 verified reviews

Free cancellation available

£70

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Kyoto Private Tour: 1350 Years of History, Hotspots & Hidden Gems

6h

Free cancellation available

£134

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Kyoto: Fully-Customized One-day Private Tour

1h+

4/10

1 GetYourGuide review

Free cancellation available

£37

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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2h

£2

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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3h

10/10

144 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£83

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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1h 30m

8/10

39 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£126

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1h

9.2/10

64 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£23

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3h+

9.6/10

78 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£77

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1h 30m

10/10

20 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£34

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per adult

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3h

9.6/10

42 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£157

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3h

10/10

223 Viator reviews

Free cancellation available

£86

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### Kyoto: Geisha Dinner & Gion Cultural Walk

3h

9.6/10

32 GetYourGuide reviews

£196

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Kyoto Geisha Show Cultural Hour with an apprentice Maiko

1h 30m

Free cancellation available

£540

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### Kyoto: Gion District Nighttime Walk with Souvenir and Snack

8.8/10

33 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£16

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Night Walk in Gion: Kyoto's Geisha District

1h 40m

9/10

837 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£15

includes taxes & fees

per adult

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### Kyoto: The Geisha Districts of Kyoto Walking Tour

2h

9.6/10

222 GetYourGuide reviews

Free cancellation available

£84

includes taxes & fees

per adult\*

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### Popular places to visit

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#### Gion Shirakawa Area

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#### Hanamikoji Street

You can learn about the history of Kyoto when you stop by Hanamikoji Street. Discover the fascinating museums and temples in this culturally rich area. 

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#### Nishiki Market

4.5/5(50 reviews)

Come to this market in the heart of the city to experience the authentic sights, smells and sounds of the bartering vendors and their traditional food.

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#### Kenninji Temple

Visit this Zen Buddhism temple for a slice of history, art and tranquility. It is said that the temple is the oldest of its kind in Kyoto.

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#### Gion Corner

4/5(56 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Gion Corner, a theatre with a story to tell in Kyoto. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums. 

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#### Shijo Ohashi Bridge

After visiting Shijo Ohashi Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kyoto. Make time for the temples and local tours in this culturally rich area. 

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