A line of foreign tourists waiting for the maiko! Gion, where maiko come and go! Kyoto, Japan.
[4k video 60fps]Gion in Kyoto is known as a place where Japanese traditional culture remains strong, and is an area visited by many tourists. Especially at dusk, many foreign tourists gather to catch a glimpse of the maiko and geisha walking along the stone-paved streets. They hold cameras in their hands and wait for the moment when the maiko in a beautiful kimono appears.
The streets of Gion exude an atmosphere as if they have gone back in time. Lined with historic townhouses, the lights of lanterns gently sway on the streets, making you feel as if you have wandered into the world of Kyoto's old stories. The maiko walking through them are dressed in glossy kimonos, wearing white makeup, and wearing gorgeous hairpins in their hair. Their appearance is truly a piece of art, and captivates the hearts of those who see them.
Some foreign tourists are very interested in traditional Japanese culture and visit while learning about the history and role of maiko.
Nevertheless, the charm of Gion does not fade, and it becomes even more fantastical when the sun goes down. The sound of the shamisen can be heard faintly from restaurants and teahouses, the scent of Japan drifts through the streets, and even the footsteps of people walking by give a sense of elegance. In the midst of all this, maiko walk quietly down the street, and people passing by follow their figure with their eyes, quietly enjoying the beauty of the scene.
Kyoto's Gion is not just a tourist destination, but a special place that conveys Japan's traditional culture to the present. The thoughts of the people who gather there intersect, making it a mysterious space where history and modernity coexist. If you have the opportunity to visit, it might be a good idea not to just look, but to feel the atmosphere of Gion and think about its profound culture.