Private Dinner with a Geisha

4.8 (70 reviews) Kyoto, Japan
Duration3h 30m
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Geisha traditions are traced to the spiritual center of Kyoto, where they were specified as geiko and maiko. Such a lovely tradition can hardly ever be enjoyed privately. From centuries ago, geiko and maiko parties have been given privately only for limited members of society. This tour makes it possible for visitors to truly experience the essence of geiko and maiko in an authentic manner. During the event, English-speaking guides will escort you around the geiko and maiko district, to be followed by a dinner or party arrangement lasting two hours. Since geiko or maiko are privately arranged only for your group, you will have the chance to fully exchange conversations with them and hear their stories which would normally not be told to the public.

Options

Private Tea House

True visit to a private teahouse, which is definitely not open to the public, the real world of the Memoirs of a Geisha. With two Geishas, Shamisen live music, sake & beer and full Kaiseki course.

Full Kaiseki course

Full Kaiseki dinner and geiko or maiko performance in a private room

Half Kaiseki course

Half-course Kaiseki dinner and geiko or maiko performance at Japanese restaurant's private room

What's included

  • Drinks (Only if Private Tea House is selected)
  • Geiko or Maiko accompaniment
  • Professional guide
  • Dinner
  • Geisha's dance performance at dinner time
  • Drinks (available for purchase), drinks included for private tea house option
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Minamiza Theater
    Pass by
    Meeting location is in front of Minamiza Kabuki Theater facing the Shijo street.
  2. Gion
    3h
    Guided walk on the way to private tea house or Japanese restaurant, and private party with Maiko / Geiko accompaniment. Total 3 hours (walk + party)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Departure Point: Minamiza Kabuki Theater
Address: Shijo Ohashi Higashizume, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, 605-0075
Directions: In front of the main gate of Minamiza Kabuki Theater facing the Shijo street
Dates: Daily
Return point: Concludes at the restaurant

End point

Departure Point: Minamiza Kabuki Theater
Address: Shijo Ohashi Higashizume, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, 605-0075
Directions: In front of the main gate of Minamiza Kabuki Theater facing the Shijo street
Dates: Daily
Return point: Concludes at the restaurant

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant meals not included (free for Infant as long as they belong to adults guests)
  • Due to the nature of this tour to introduce authentic and noble traditions, which are not open to the public, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who do NOT respect our traditions with the proper manner. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
  • Minimum drinking age is 20 years in Japan

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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