In the birthplace of maiko, Gion, stroll through the traditional streets of Kyoto while learning about the maiko culture from a local guide.
After gathering at Gion Shijo Station, the tour will involve walking through the beautiful traditional machiya architecture and streets of Gion, the birthplace of maiko. A local guide will provide explanations about the origins and history of maiko while exploring the area. The guide will offer insights into the secrets and charms of maiko that even first-time Japanese visitors might not experience without guidance.
The tour then proceeds to a traditional shop in a Kyoto machiya. While waiting for the maiko to arrive, the guide will provide explanations about Kyoto cuisine, local drinks, and guide participants on how to interact and enjoy the company of the maiko.
After exploring Gion, the tour will move to a restaurant housed in a roughly 100-year-old machiya building. In this restaurant, exuding a Kyoto-like atmosphere, participants will have the opportunity to enjoy all-you-can-drink, including Japanese sake, and savor visually appealing and delicately flavored Kyoto cuisine. To ensure respectful interaction with the maiko, the local guide will also provide guidance on how to engage with and appreciate the company of the maiko without causing any inadvertent offense.
The maiko makes her appearance, engaging participants in conversation, traditional dance, and drink games. Everyone can enjoy the lively interaction, and the experience concludes with a memorable group photo together with the maiko!
With a slightly satisfied stomach, the moment everyone has been waiting for arrives – the entrance of the maiko. Enjoy traditional dance performances, conversations, and drinking games set to Japanese music. Towards the end of the tour, there will be an opportunity for a group photo together, making it an unforgettable memory of Japan!
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Kyoto: Maiko Dinner in Traditional Restaurant and Tour
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All-you-can-drink package including Kyoto's sake
Enjoy watching Maiko's performance and drinking games with maiko together
Full dinner course of Kyoto cuisine at a traditional Kyoto-style restaurant
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Journey into mysterious world of Maiko in Gion, Kyoto
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What's included
All-you-can-drink
An English-speaking guide
Kyoto-style course meal (Vegetarian menu available with advanced request. Limited dishes without fish stock)
Maiko Performance
Photos during the tour
Eligibility
adult: 1–99 years old
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 6:30 PM, 7 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 6:30 PM 7 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note
The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by wheelchair or stroller.
This tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues. If you have difficulty walking, we recommend booking a private tour.
If you wish to bring your children (14 or younger), please book a private tour.
No vegan or gluten-free options available. Please inform us at least 1day before the tour if you have any dietary requests or allergies to mention.※ Requests made on the tour day can't be accommodated. Kindly understand that we're unable to guarantee allergy-free meals, accommodation of dietary restrictions or the substitutions, as prepared in kitchens that do not belong to us.
Japan's climate's become more extreme, with Summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and Winter lows of -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly.
This tour might be cancelled in case of unsuitable weather for safety reasons.
Free cancellation or rescheduling is available up to 7 days before the tour starts.
Not suitable for:
Children under 15 years
People with gluten intolerance
Vegans
Wheelchair users
Good to know:
Free cancellation or rescheduling is available up to 7 days before the tour starts.
If you wish to bring your children (14 or younger), please book a private tour.
Japan's climate's become more extreme, with Summer highs of 40°C (110°F) and Winter lows of -5°C (20°F). Please prepare accordingly.
No vegan or gluten-free options available. Please inform us at least 1day before the tour if you have any dietary requests or allergies to mention.※ Requests made on the tour day can't be accommodated. Kindly understand that we're unable to guarantee allergy-free meals, accommodation of dietary restrictions or the substitutions, as prepared in kitchens that do not belong to us.
The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by wheelchair or stroller.
This tour is not recommended for people with mobility issues. If you have difficulty walking, we recommend booking a private tour.
This tour might be cancelled in case of unsuitable weather for safety reasons.
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