About Historic Gion:
The Gion Apartments are located in the Gion district, one of the most historic areas of Kyoto. Gion is an atmospheric area full of old wooden houses, restaurants, and traditional shops. It's one of the few places in all of Japan where you can still easily see geisha on the street. There are many narrow side-streets throughout the area, with plenty of places to explore. Finding food is not a problem, since many restaurants and noodle shops are to be found nearby. In addition, several supermarkets and convenience stores are withing walking distance.
Other Activities:
Walking distance to Kiyomizu Temple, Maruyama Park, Kamo River, downtown shopping district, near good public transportation