Maiko Dinner in Kyoto

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Overview

Enter the world of the apprentice geisha and taste authentic Japanese cuisine.

On this unforgettable tour, you'll have the chance to meet a maiko, an apprentice geisha. The experience includes a Japanese style dinner and maiko performance. You will be able to play traditional Japanese-style games with the maiko before taking pictures to immortalize this moment.

Itinerary

18:30

Meet at Kyoto Hot Spring Hatoya Zuihokaku Hotel lobby. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

Enjoy a Japanese diner and experience traditional Japanese culture. During this dinner, you'll watch a maiko performance, practice classic Japanese-style party games and you will be able to take pictures with the maiko.

20:30

At the end of the dinner please head back to your hotel or next destination independently.

Important information

What is included

  • English-speaking government-licenced interpreter

What is not included

  • Drinks
  • Additional food orders

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