Poor show and experience
Posted Date: 2017/06/01
The show was too short, we expected it to be longer. The dinner was ok. Food similar to those offered in a Ryokan. We expected to have a more enjoyable eve. The sightseeing part was just ok.
Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus
Highlights
- A good introduction to the Kyoto maiko culture at a reasonable price
- Solo travelers are welcomed; last-minute booking is available.
- Easy to create your own itinerary combining with the daytime tours and activities
- Capture Memories of Your Kyoto Trip: Commemorative Photos with a Maiko
- Enjoy the illuminated Japanese garden and the night view at Higashiyama.
What to expect
Watch a maiko perform of traditional dance as you enjoy a sumptuous kaiseki style kyoto dinner. Snap a photo with the maiko after the show. Cap the tour with a lovely view of the city from Mt. Higashiyama.
*Please note that other than the audio guide in the bus, this tour is operated only in Japanese.
*This is not a private dinner, and the maiko will perform to recorded music in front of a large audience.
Spice up a trip to Kyoto with a basic introduction to a maiko dance show. While the graceful apprentice geisha dances, you can enjoy a traditional Kyoto kaiseki style meal at the beautiful Shozan Japanese Gardens.
After the performance, take a picture with the maiko. Wrap your night up with a visit to Mount Higashiyama, where you can see the bright lights of the modern day sparkle through the ancient capital beneath you.
About this experience
Schedule
- —Check-in at JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Terminal
- —Depart from the "OKOSHI" Bus (Kyoto Sightseeing Bus) Boarding AreaPlease be sure to exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a bus ticket at the KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Ticket window 10 minutes before the bus departure. It is necessary to have the bus ticket for boarding. Please make sure to arrive on time as the bus will depart as scheduled.
- —Shozan ResortShozan Resort is a vast Japanese garden famous for its seasonal scenery. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere as you walk around.
- —Kaiseki Style Kyoto Cuisine DinnerKaiseki style kyoto cuisine for dinner. Appreciate the exquisite appearance of the food as well as the fine flavors.
Please note drinks are not included in the tour fare. - —Maiko Dance ShowWatch as an elegant maiko performs a dance that features all the skills and refinement of an apprentice geisha. Make sure to take pictures with the maiko after the show!
Please note the performance itself will be held in Japanese only. - —Night View from Mount Higashiyama or Evening DriveGaze at the spectacular view of Kyoto from the top of Mount Higashiyama.
Depending on the weather, the night drive may be rerouted to a drive around the city. - —Drop-off location near the Kyoto Station・Keihan Railway Kiyomizu Gojo Station
・Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
・Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto
・Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit (Estimated arrival time: around 20:45)
・Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande
・Subway Kujo Station
・Subway Jujo Station - —Tour ends
- —※For hotels near Kyoto Station Nidec Kyoto Tower side, it’s convenient to use the Karasuma Exit.
- —Tour ends
Location and Directions
Check-in / Check-out
JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi
Reviews
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Too expensive for such a performance
Posted Date: 2019/11/04
The geisha was so amateur, she was shaking while dancing. Nobody explained the way we should eat the traditional food.
On the way back, the tour leader was just speaking Japanese and didn’t care about foreigners attendants. She was speaking Japanese all the way back, and sometimes they were laughing or clapping and we as foreigners just waiting for some explanations but nothing.
In my idea it was a dishonor to non-Japanese guest. The tour provider company should provide the same Facilities for a… The geisha was so amateur, she was shaking while dancing. Nobody explained the way we should eat the traditional food.
On the way back, the tour leader was just speaking Japanese and didn’t care about foreigners attendants. She was speaking Japanese all the way back, and sometimes they were laughing or clapping and we as foreigners just waiting for some explanations but nothing.
In my idea it was a dishonor to non-Japanese guest. The tour provider company should provide the same Facilities for all guests. In General it was an expensive activity with poor facilities!
On the way back, the tour leader was just speaking Japanese and didn’t care about foreigners attendants. She was speaking Japanese all the way back, and sometimes they were laughing or clapping and we as foreigners just waiting for some explanations but nothing.
In my idea it was a dishonor to non-Japanese guest. The tour provider company should provide the same Facilities for a… The geisha was so amateur, she was shaking while dancing. Nobody explained the way we should eat the traditional food.
On the way back, the tour leader was just speaking Japanese and didn’t care about foreigners attendants. She was speaking Japanese all the way back, and sometimes they were laughing or clapping and we as foreigners just waiting for some explanations but nothing.
In my idea it was a dishonor to non-Japanese guest. The tour provider company should provide the same Facilities for all guests. In General it was an expensive activity with poor facilities!
Food was cold
Posted Date: 2017/02/19
We enjoyed the show and the experience. But being winter, we didnt quite enjoy the meal preared because it was 80% cold.
So so
Posted Date: 2017/03/29
Not so impressed. If you just want to meet a maiko, it is okay. Nothing special. Food is average too. Select a better package!
It needed a better venue
Posted Date: 2017/05/20
The venue didn't allow people to see both dances by the Maiko. The food and staff were excellent but the room was an odd shape that blocked people eating from seeing part of the dance
Ok but not really tourist oriented
Posted Date: 2017/06/04
You will see a maiko and get dinner for a significantly lower price then most tours that do this.... but honestly I would go to geisha corner and just watch the show there and not join this tour if you were to ask me again. This is as the tour is in Japanese- I was prepared for this and did not mind it but still.... on the bus you are given a English hearing guide so you can understand and they point out different buildings as you drive but it is pretty dark throughout the tour so you can't real… You will see a maiko and get dinner for a significantly lower price then most tours that do this.... but honestly I would go to geisha corner and just watch the show there and not join this tour if you were to ask me again. This is as the tour is in Japanese- I was prepared for this and did not mind it but still.... on the bus you are given a English hearing guide so you can understand and they point out different buildings as you drive but it is pretty dark throughout the tour so you can't really see so much. The food was not tourist friendly, it was authentic Kyoto cuisine and it looked nice but there were very weird looking dishes with no English explanation.... so I did not eat 2/3 of it because I did not want to get sick with ingredients my body cannot handle (we are talking very strange unidentifiable ingredients). The maiko comes and does 2 dances, then you can take a picture with her and then she answers questions in Japanese. So the whole interaction with her is about 15 minutes long tops. Finally the gardens in the location were nice but overall not worth the 60 pounds just go to geisha corner and treat yourself to fancy nice dinner (that you can eat).
NO Services
Posted Date: 2017/11/11
It was 34 people in our group. The waiter and waitress were so busy catering to two groups of Japanese customers (about 20 people), they did not offer for us to order any drink. Our group was trying to get their attention to order some beverages but they did not walk over to us. The show itself is ok but I would not recommend this event.
Wish there was more of a Geisha show.
Posted Date: 2018/05/15
The food was based off of local Kyoto tradition and was a wide selection of food. There was a Geisha dance but it was only one Geisha and was a short performance which was disappointing. The place was nice and garden was pretty though.
Maillot dîner show
Posted Date: 2018/11/05
C était tres rapide. Et une photo pas plus, je n ai même pas pu prendre de photo avec mon fils.
The Maiko dance show was too short - only 15 minutes.
Posted Date: 2019/03/25
After an half hour bus ride to the venue, dinner was served following by a show with single maiko. It's a decent performance lasting 15 minutes. The photo taking session with maiko by individual guests took the longest time for the night's activities.
maiko dinner and show
Posted Date: 2019/05/23
food and show was good ,but we could have done with a intererpreter in english on bus and dinner
Glad I went
Posted Date: 2014/12/02
The tour fits the title, as you get to see the Shouzan Garden and watch maiko dance. It is worth the price. The guide kept things going at a good pace, with no wasted time. Additionally, the instructions sent in advance by Veltra were very helpful. I will book from them again.
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First hand experience with Maiko
Posted Date: 2015/09/11
Shozan Garden is on beautiful grounds. Kaiseki was interesting. Maiko danced during our dinner. Good first hand experience with Maiko.
Maiko dinner
Posted Date: 2016/04/18
It was a really interesting experience and evening. The Maiko performed a wonderful danse and the garden was really pretty. thank you
Good experience!
Posted Date: 2016/06/03
It was a good experience to meet a maiko but it would have been better if there's an option for an English tour.
Beautiful night
Posted Date: 2016/07/05
Everything was very well organised and hostess in the bus very kind..
The Maiko dance was very nice .. We took nice pictures..
The Garden was small but nice..
This is first time I bought my activities with Veltra and I'm very confident with them.. It is a very serious company.. I will go on buying their excursions whenever I'll travel.
The Maiko dance was very nice .. We took nice pictures..
The Garden was small but nice..
This is first time I bought my activities with Veltra and I'm very confident with them.. It is a very serious company.. I will go on buying their excursions whenever I'll travel.
Geisha Dinner
Posted Date: 2016/07/25
Easy to find met up location. Ride on bus nice. Dinner was cold! No real announcement of when the Maiko came in. Great pic of the Maiko dancing and a very nice pic of the Maiko. Nice view of the city. Over all not a bad tour.
Worth to see
Posted Date: 2017/05/01
The performance is good, dinner too. Garden is pretty to see. Night view is beautiful. Value for money.
A tiny taste of Japanese culture
Posted Date: 2017/05/15
Very well organized trip! Interesting dinner (traditional) and we enjoyed the maiko show.
BEAUTIFUL gardens!!
BEAUTIFUL gardens!!
The food was awesome!
Posted Date: 2018/05/05
Really enjoyed the show, the Maiko was so pretty.
