Walk through Gion Shirakawa, where you can see a riverside with willow trees, traditional tea houses, and stone-paved paths. Visit historical shrines and see wooden townhouses that reflect Kyoto's Edo-period architecture as you traverse the quiet and traditional backstreets. The walk concludes along Hanamikoji Street. This area is known for its cultural significance in the geisha district, where the opportunity may arise to observe aspects related to geisha traditions including their training, dances, kimonos, and hairstyles. Engage with the cultural and historical features that define this area of Kyoto.