Geisha paparazzi' are back in Kyoto – and the city is ready to take action

Troublesome travelers are harassing geisha in Kyoto, and overtourism is making the problem worse.

Looking For Geishas In The Gion And Pontocho, Kyoto

Geisha paparazzi' are back in Kyoto – and the Japanese city is ready to take action

Geisha paparazzi' are back in Kyoto – and the Japanese city is ready to take action, Albany Herald Travel

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Japan's Kyoto bans tourists from parts of geisha district amid reports of bad behavior

Photographing Geisha in Kyoto - A detailed guide – Pat Kay

Geisha paparazzi' are back in Kyoto – and the Japanese city is ready to take action

Looking For Geishas In The Gion And Pontocho, Kyoto

Tourists to be banned from private alleys in Kyoto's geisha district - CNA

Paparazzi Chasing Geisha in Kyoto Japan Editorial Image - Image of kyoto, street: 149620560

Chinese tourists return with an eye on budget, safety