Kyoto · SHOW
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Every shows worth your time in Kyoto, gathered in one place and put in order. Read down from the top: price, length and the fact that settles it are all here.
Explore Kyoto Gion on a small-group walk, meet a Maiko for Q&A, and choose lunch, tea, or dinner with the geisha arts.
“Akari was an amazing guide with tons of information and was able to answer every question that group or I had! Could not recommend more!”
Gion night walk plus a 45-minute maiko meet-and-dance show, with Kabuki, shrine, and temple stops in Kyoto.
“Kenta was a fabulous tour guide with a clear passion for the geiko culture and spreading knowledge and love of it to visitors from overseas. The tour itself was varied, engaging, and culminated in having tea and meeting a meiko-san who performed two lovely dances for us all. Absolute highlight of our trip to Japan, can't recommend any more highly!”
Watch a rare Kyoto maiko perform in an intimate setting, with Q&A, photos, and a traditional game, plus green tea and expert guidance.
“Good show. We enjoyed it !!!!! Maliki was very personable. Good for kids kids enjoyed the snack at the end”
Watch Kyoto Samurai Kenbu sword dancing with English narration, then try a short katana and fan lesson at Sanjo Station.
“Excellent. A lot of fun. Interactive. Learned a lot and enjoyed. Would recommend to others. We were in a small group. Length of time was perfect.”
Meet a Kyoto maiko for two short dances, a bilingual Q&A, and a photo. Then browse Kyoto Handicraft Center goods after the show.
“a really interesting experience, the guide was amazing and helpful in understanding the tradition of a maiko San. and the maiko San in herself was truly amazing.”
Kyoto’s GEAR non-verbal theatre blends Kabuki acting with high-tech stage tricks in a 90-minute silent story for all ages.
“Fantastic experience all round, would give 6 stars if possible! Went in expecting it to be awesome but somehow turned out even better!! Also gifts and discounts for my partner on her birthday month! One of the best things we have done in Japan!”
GEAR Non-Verbal Theatre in Kyoto is a 90-minute futuristic, non-verbal performance with breakdancing, mime, juggling, magic, LED costumes, and tech.
“I had a wonderful evening watching this performance. The theater is small so you are close to the performers and the action. And yes there is a lot of action. And humor and cleverness and beauty. A good show for all ages.”
Small-group Gion tour with a maiko show, tea and snacks, Q&A time, and a friendly game with an apprentice geisha.
“The tour and show will be remembered as one of our favourite tours. Leaning about the art of the Geisha and how many years they train to become a Maiko is true dedication. We really enjoyed the show.”
A 2-hour small-group Gion walk plus a close-up maiko dance and a traditional fan game with tea in Kyoto.
“The overall experience was amazing. Soichiro was an excellent and very knowledgeable guide. Thank you to everyone for giving us the incredible opportunity to witness a Maiko performing. It was one of the highlights of our honeymoon.”
Kyoto Maiko show close-up: dance, Q&A, photos, traditional game, tea and snacks. Optional Kitano Tenmangū shrine walk.
“we loved everything of it. Very kind host and all of our questions answered.”
One hour in Gion, Kyoto for a live maiko show with tea and a snack, a Japanese game, Q&A, and photos at the end.
“In a staged setting. Intimate private space with tome to ask lots of questions. Host also communicated well.”
A one-hour Kyoto traditional music show where you watch, learn, and actually play shamisen, koto, and wadaiko with expert guidance.
“Fun and great information. The hands on portion was cool too! It was cool to see them play the instruments, sing, and allow us to participate in some songs. The hands on part was fun where we were able to play the instruments and guideRead more”
A private Kyoto Wazuma magic show in Gion paired with Uji matcha, served in an intimate tea room with English guidance.
“truly magical experience with Tamaki & masaya. Recommending for everyone in Kyoto!”
Kyoto maiko geisha show with a small group, English guide, and Q&A. Watch dances and learn daily life in 90 minutes.
“This was such a giving and lovely experience! Ken and the maiko, hugomio was great company, very happy to share about the history, culture and personal experiences of life as a maiko! Absolutely a must while in Kyoto! I would recommend all to have this experience!”
