Duration
Meals included
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Enjoy a traditional Kyoto dinner experience alongside a live Maiko cultural performance.
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Watch two elegant Maiko dances inspired by Japan’s seasons, stories, and everyday traditions.
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Observe a traditional tea ceremony demonstration performed by the Maiko.
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Ask questions directly during a Q&A session and learn about Maiko life, training, and traditions.
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Take a commemorative photo beside the Maiko and receive a traditional Senjyafuda lucky charm.
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Join a traditional interactive game with the Maiko or cheer on participants during the lively activity.
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Savor traditional Kyoto dishes prepared by a long-established local restaurant specializing in classic shidashi-style cuisine.
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Dinner with Maiko
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Two Maiko dance performances
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Tea ceremony demonstration
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Q&A session with Maiko
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Interactive traditional game
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Photo opportunity with Maiko
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Senjyafuda souvenir gift
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Tea Ceremony option: 1,600JPY
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SS seat (First row)：3,300 JPY
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S2 seat (Second row)：2,200 JPY
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S3 seat (Third row)：1,100 JPY
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Experience Kyoto’s traditional hospitality through a cultural evening of Maiko performances, Kyoto cuisine, interactive games, and close-up conversation.
Getting started
Arrive at the venue and check in before the scheduled start time, as late arrivals cannot be accommodated once the program begins. The experience takes place in a relaxed event space in Kyoto rather than a traditional ochaya tea house.
What to expect
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Traditional Kyoto dinner: Enjoy a meal prepared by a long-established Kyoto restaurant specializing in shidashi-style cuisine, a traditional local catering style known for delicate flavors and dashi-based dishes.
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Tea ceremony demonstration: Watch the Maiko perform a traditional tea ceremony with graceful movements and refined etiquette. Guests can also upgrade to a hands-on tea-making experience.
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Maiko dance performance: Observe two elegant traditional dances performed by the Maiko, with themes inspired by Japanese seasons, romance, and daily life.
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Q&A session: Ask questions directly and learn about the Maiko’s training, routines, appearance, and life in Kyoto’s traditional entertainment world.
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Interactive game with Maiko: Join or watch a lively traditional game often played during Maiko hospitality gatherings, creating a fun and engaging cultural interaction.
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Photo opportunity and souvenir: Take a commemorative photo beside the Maiko and receive a Senjyafuda lucky charm as a keepsake from the experience.
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Accessibility
- The venue building does not have an elevator and requires stair access.
Additional information
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The experience lasts around 90 minutes, including post-show chatting time.
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A Geiko may appear instead of a Maiko, depending on availability.
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English translation support is available on request, where possible.
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Late arrivals may not be admitted once the program begins.
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Guests not participating in the experience cannot enter the venue.
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Children under 2 may join free on a parent’s lap; seats and meals cost extra.
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Optional upgrades include tea ceremony participation and premium seating closer to the stage.
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Cancellation and date-change fees apply according to the booking policy.
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Travel expenses to the venue are non-refundable in case of cancellation.
Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point. Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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