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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
Walk through the beautiful grounds of a historic Buddhist temple in Japan. Then enter a traditional tatami room and enjoy a live dance show featuring a Samurai and an Oiran.
After the show, guests take on the roles of Sukeroku and Oiran. The performers teach simple movements from the Oiran procession and a classic scene using a traditional Japanese pipe. Guests then act out the scene to music while following the performers.
The experience ends with a commemorative photo in the final Sukeroku and Oiran pose. Each guest also receives an original English-language guidebook.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please enter Hondoji Temple through the Niomon Gate and walk straight along the approach for about 3 minutes. Our staff will be waiting for you at the gate marked “Reception” with a welcome board. Please meet us there at 12:30 PM.
What to expect
In the tatami room, watch a Samurai and Oiran dance performance up close. After the show, become Sukeroku and Oiran and experience a scene from the story yourself.
The performers will teach you the movements from the Oiran procession to “Suitsuke Tabako,” the traditional pipe-passing scene. Then perform the scene to music while following their example.
Finish the experience with a memorable photo in the final Sukeroku and Oiran pose. You will also receive an original English guidebook to take home.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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