Pontocho, Kyoto
Pontocho is the most centrally located of Kyoto’s Hanamachi, or geisha districts. Pontocho has a thriving nightlife area which attracts both Japanese and Westerners alike. Similar to Gion, the traditional houses are well preserved, giving visitors a glimpse of the past. While the area has many restaurants, geisha tea houses, it also has many Western-style restaurants and pubs.