Gion Corner
ギオンコーナー
A cultural theater in Kyoto offering a one-hour showcase of seven traditional Japanese performing arts for international visitors.
What it is
- A night tourism venue opened in 1962 to showcase seven types of traditional arts.
- The facility is operated by the Kyoto Traditional Musical Art Foundation.
- Performances take place at the Gion Kobu Kaburenjo Small Theater.
- Programs are available in twelve different languages for international guests.
What to see
- Seven different types of Japanese traditional performing arts in one hour.
- The Maiko Gallery displays traditional hairpins and footwear used by performers.
- Photography is currently prohibited inside the theater during the performances.
When to go
- Shows are held daily at 18:00 and 19:00.
- The venue is closed annually from December 29 to January 3.
Getting there
- The theater is an eight-minute walk from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
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