Samurai and Oiran Dance Show and Interactive Cultural Experience

Tokyo, Japan
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

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

  • Original English-language guidebook
  • Transportation to the meeting point is not included.。

What to expect

Follow our staff through the beautiful Japanese temple garden and along the peaceful approach to a traditional tatami room. Along the way, enjoy the seasonal scenery and atmosphere of Japanese culture.

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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Additional information

  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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