Gion Kobu Kaburen-jo

What it is

• A theater in Higashiyama Ward dedicated to the annual Miyako Odori spring dance.
• Opened in 1873 as a dedicated venue for traditional performances.
• The current structure is a registered tangible cultural property of Japan.
• The facility features a pure Japanese architectural style.

What to see

• Traditional Japanese architecture dating back to the 1913 relocation.
• The main theater hall which underwent major renovations completed in 2023.
• Annual Miyako Odori dance performances held within the historic venue.

When to go

• Visit during the spring season to attend the annual Miyako Odori performances.

Getting there

• The site is an eight-minute walk from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.