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1 Hour Geisha Show in Kyoto
About This Tour
Watch a real Maiko perform up close—an extremely rare chance, as only about 40 remain in Kyoto today. The show includes two short dances (about 10 minutes total), followed by a Q&A, photo session, and a traditional Japanese game.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY BEFORE BOOKING⬇️
- The performer will be a MAIKO, not a GEISHA. A Maiko is a apprentice geisha, which means that she is training to become a geisha. She is a apprentice geisha, which we call a Maiko.
- Maiko performances are intentionally short to preserve the art, so she will NOT perform for the full hour.
- We offer two different tour options:
Tea House: held inside an authentic Kyo-Machiya.
Gion Theater: held in a dedicated showhouse.
Please check the photos before booking.
- We cannot have any late arrivals because of manners to other guests and to the geisha. If you are late, unfortunately we cannot provide a refund.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY BEFORE BOOKING⬇️
- The performer will be a MAIKO, not a GEISHA. A Maiko is a apprentice geisha, which means that she is training to become a geisha. She is a apprentice geisha, which we call a Maiko.
- Maiko performances are intentionally short to preserve the art, so she will NOT perform for the full hour.
- We offer two different tour options:
Tea House: held inside an authentic Kyo-Machiya.
Gion Theater: held in a dedicated showhouse.
Please check the photos before booking.
- We cannot have any late arrivals because of manners to other guests and to the geisha. If you are late, unfortunately we cannot provide a refund.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Traditional Japanese Green Tea
- Professional ENGLISH SPEAKING Tour Guide/Translater
- Geisha Meeting and Experience 1 Hour
✗ Not Included
- Additional Drinks or Food
Itinerary
1
For the Tea House Option, we will visit Kamishichiken Street, which is the oldest Geisha District in Kyoto.
2
For the Gion Theater Option, the theater is in the center of Miyagawa cho, 1 of the 5 Geisha Districts in Kyoto.
Good to Know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The performer will be either a Maiko or a Geiko, depending on the day (We do NOT refer them as GEISHA in Kyoto)
- Performances are intentionally short to preserve the art, so she will NOT perform for the full hour.
- The performance itself will be 10 minutes in total. (The culture is more about the experience, rather than just focusing on performances)
- Children under the age of 5 may not join