Japan’s ancient capital of Kyoto, long a popular destination for tourists, is closing off some private-property alleys in its famous geisha district because of complaints about misbehaving visitors.

My own memories are superimposed over the official map of the city ... Aurora Select The streets of Gion has been the geisha district of Kyoto for centuries. Hans Sautter / Aurora Select "So ...

You'll find Philosopher's Walk in the Higashiyama district of northern Kyoto, and you can walk it at any time of day free of charge. To get to the starting point at Ginkaku-ji, take the No.