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- English
Step into a rarely accessible temple in Kyoto and immerse yourself in the refined world of maiko culture. This exclusive cultural experience invites you to watch elegant traditional dance performances, enjoy tea with sweets, and interact with a maiko up close, including a commemorative photo. You will also take part in a hands-on Zen garden activity, learning to rake sand in a dry landscape garden that reflects Buddhist philosophy and mindfulness. An English-speaking guide provides cultural insights throughout. Choose between a 14:00 or 15:30 start time to suit your schedule, and enjoy a tranquil, intimate setting that offers a deeper understanding of Kyoto’s living traditions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your English-speaking tour guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of the entrance gate of Ikkain Temple
Itinerary
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1
[Guide Introduction] The guide will introduce the temple and provide insights into maiko culture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
[Garden Experience] Step into a dry landscape garden symbolizing Zen and try raking the sand yourself. Enjoy a calm, memorable moment. In rainy or stormy weather, the experience may be shortened with indoor viewing.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
[Maiko Culture Experience] Enjoy watching two elegant maiko dance performances while relaxing with tea and sweets in a serene temple setting. Please note that the tea served is not matcha.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
[Maiko Interaction Time] Enjoy a relaxed moment with the maiko, where you can chat freely, ask questions, and capture a memorable photo together.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- During the maiko culture experience, geiko may be present instead depending on the day. Maiko and geiko cannot be selected
- An English-speaking guide will provide commentary
- Children 0-5 years old cannot join the tour
- During the visit, please take off your shoes. Please be sure to wear socks
- Regarding Green tea with sweets, the menu cannot be changed
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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