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- English
Step into the exclusive world of Gion with this rare Maiko/Geisha experience. Enjoy an intimate encounter limited to just 10 guests, allowing for genuine conversation with a Maiko or Geisha and the teahouse owner. Witness a captivating traditional dance accompanied by authentic shamisen music, savor a bowl of ceremonial matcha, and capture unforgettable memories with a commemorative photo. Our beautifully designed teahouse, completed in Autumn 2024 with an architect's meticulous attention to detail, offers a unique glimpse into Kyoto's rich culture, usually inaccessible to travelers. This is your chance to truly connect with the heart of Gion.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of the Tourist Information Center on B1F of Keihan Railway Gion-Shijo Station.
The tour ends at Teahouse in Gion after the experience.
Itinerary
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1Hanamikoji Street
From Gion-Shijo Station to Teahouse, your English-speaking guide will lead you through the charming streets of Gion, including the iconic Hanamikoji Street, offering fascinating insights into Gion's history and culture.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Gion
At the teahouse, enjoy intimate conversations with a Maiko or Geisha and the owner in a small group of 10, watch a traditional dance, sip matcha, and take photos in a beautifully designed tatami room.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If the minimum number of participants (2) is not met by 10 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date may be canceled
- During the teahouse experience, you will be accompanied by either a maiko or geiko along with a tea master depending on the day. Maiko and geiko cannot be selected.
- Children 0-5 years old cannot join the tour.
- Please be sure to wear socks. If your feet, clothes, or bag are wet such as on rainy days, please wipe the water off with a towel, etc. before entering the teahouse. Please kindly cooperate in keeping tatami spaces clean.
- Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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