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Kyoto Maiko Entertainment with Optional Meal

4.30· 132 reviews

Highlights

  • Don't miss the chance to meet real Maiko.
  • You'll get a chance to take photos with Maiko up close!
  • Maiko will give you a lucky charm called "Senjafuda".

What to expect

What is a Geisha?
A geisha is an entertainer highly skilled in traditional Japanese arts. These skills include traditional Japanese dance, musical instruments, and parlor games called ozashiki.

Geisha vs. Geiko
While most English speakers are familiar to the term "geisha," this word applies to entertainers based in Tokyo. In Kyoto, where geisha culture is most prominent, the term used is "geiko."

What is a Maiko?
A maiko is a geisha in training, often distinguished by colorful kimono and elaborate hair accessories she wears. An aspiring maiko can only debut after years of extensive training. A maiko also typically spends five or so years before graduating to become a geiko.

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    AN KYOTO Japanese Culture Experience

    135 Manjujicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Bellc Karasuma 2F

    AN KYOTO Japanese Culture Experience — 135 Manjujicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Bellc Karasuma 2F

Reviews

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A short but lovely visit with maiko
Posted Date: 2019/06/30
Jessie
This event takes place in part of a studio on the second floor of a building. There are stairs outside in front of the building that go up to the studio. We arrived early, as recommended in the program description, but ended up waiting for the previous program to finish before we could enter. Before entering the studio, you need to take your shoes off and leave them on a rack.

Once inside, there are some rows of benches facing towards a low "stage" on one side of the room. After everyone has take… This event takes place in part of a studio on the second floor of a building. There are stairs outside in front of the building that go up to the studio. We arrived early, as recommended in the program description, but ended up waiting for the previous program to finish before we could enter. Before entering the studio, you need to take your shoes off and leave them on a rack.

Once inside, there are some rows of benches facing towards a low "stage" on one side of the room. After everyone has taken their seats, the maiko enters. The English translator for the maiko was very good. The maiko introduces herself, and there is an opportunity to have your photograph taken with her and receive a slip of paper with her name stamped on it (in Japanese, of course). After everyone has their photograph, the maiko performs two dances. Then there is a question-and-answer session, and then the maiko explains the rules for a drinking game. She and the translator demonstrated the game once, and then the maiko will ask a series of volunteers to come up to the front to challenge her. If you lose, don't worry--you can choose to drink a cup of water instead of sake!

All of this takes place just over a half hour, but it didn't feel particularly rushed. The maiko was very courteous with answering questions and it was fun to play the game against her. I felt like many of the people in our audience were too shy to ask questions or volunteer, but I would encourage people to not be too shy and enjoy themselves!
Amazing esperience with families and friends
Posted Date: 2019/08/22
Amazing experience
beautiful experience, very funny fir the kids as well, not too long snd adeguate for family . Il pranzo con la maiko è stata una bellissima esperienza che ha coinvolto anche i bimbi con il gioco , durato un ora e mezzo tempo adeguato per i bimbi per carpire il loro interesse , è stato veramente molto interessante
A wonderful afternoon with a lovely performance by a Maiko!
Posted Date: 2019/11/29
Tammy Rak
Initially, I had booked the Saturday show but it was unavailable. Veltra was able to let me know and gave me a couple of different options to choose from as an alternative. I was able to change my reservation to the Sunday lunch. I would recommend paying extra for the front row and for the lunch. The lunch was a nice selection of Kyoto cuisine. Also, if you get sake, the Maiko will serve it to you. The Maiko was lovely and charming. Her performances were breathtaking and she was very thorough wi… Initially, I had booked the Saturday show but it was unavailable. Veltra was able to let me know and gave me a couple of different options to choose from as an alternative. I was able to change my reservation to the Sunday lunch. I would recommend paying extra for the front row and for the lunch. The lunch was a nice selection of Kyoto cuisine. Also, if you get sake, the Maiko will serve it to you. The Maiko was lovely and charming. Her performances were breathtaking and she was very thorough with her answers to out questions. It was also fun playing games with her. I had a wonderful experience and would definitely recommend it if you have a couple of hours to spare.
Disappointed.
Posted Date: 2022/11/07
A to Z
The meal was an ordinary catering service. The maiko, who said she had only been in the profession for five months, seemed to tremble in her fingertips and around her knees while dancing. I felt sorry for her. I think it would be better to include a note in the experience recruitment stating, "This will take place in a section of a building," as it would change the expectations of those who apply. After the event, when I chatted with other participants, it seemed they had a similar impression.食事はありふれた仕出し。入ってまだ5ヶ月と言ってた舞妓さんは、踊りの時には指先や膝付近が震えていました。可哀想な気がしました。体験募集の中で、「ビルの一画で行ないます」と断り書きを入れた方が、応募してきた方の期待の持ち方が違うと思います。終了後に他の参加者と雑談を交わしたら、同じような印象を持たれたようでした。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for participating. It seems that we were unable to meet your expectations, and we will review the content and information provided internally to ensure better guidance in the future. We appreciate your valuable feedback. Thank you.この度はご参加いただきまして、ありがとうございます。お客様のご希望に沿わない形となったようでございまして、十分なご案内ができるよう、社内で掲載内容等を見直しさせていただきます。貴重なご意見を頂戴しまして、ありがとうございました。
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It says that photography is allowed, but I left midway because I was not satisfied with the contract terms.
Posted Date: 2022/11/20
京都観光
The person in front spread their smartphone cover wide and blocked the aisle, with only about one-third of their upper body visible. I couldn't see the seated姿 at all.

I participated with the understanding that I was in the very back seat.

The maiko did their job well. Thank you.

I was left dissatisfied with the response from the organizers about "if you pay an additional fee..." Even if I pay the extra fee, I would still be blocked, right?

Is it acceptable for the person in front, who is being gre… The person in front spread their smartphone cover wide and blocked the aisle, with only about one-third of their upper body visible. I couldn't see the seated姿 at all.

I participated with the understanding that I was in the very back seat.

The maiko did their job well. Thank you.

I was left dissatisfied with the response from the organizers about "if you pay an additional fee..." Even if I pay the extra fee, I would still be blocked, right?

Is it acceptable for the person in front, who is being greedy, to be satisfied while those behind cannot see?

I've taken the time to come here, and I've paid money, so I want to see the performance.

I left, citing "I want to do some sightseeing" as my reason, but it was a waste of time.

What is a "sen-sha-fuda"? I did not receive one. 前の方がスマホをカバーまで広げて
通路まで遮り続け
舞う姿も上半身3分の1程度。
座った姿は全く見えず。

最初に1番後ろの席という事を納得した上で参加しました。

舞妓さんはしっかりお仕事をされていました。
ありがとうございました。

運営側の『追加料金を払えば…』という対応に不満が残りました。
追加料金を払っても遮られたままでしょ？

後ろの人は見えなくても
前の欲張りな上客が満足すればよろしいでしょうか？

時間を割いてきていますし

お金は支払っていますので
舞う姿は見たいですよ。


『観光したいので』と理由をつけて退席しましたが時… 前の方がスマホをカバーまで広げて
通路まで遮り続け
舞う姿も上半身3分の1程度。
座った姿は全く見えず。

最初に1番後ろの席という事を納得した上で参加しました。

舞妓さんはしっかりお仕事をされていました。
ありがとうございました。

運営側の『追加料金を払えば…』という対応に不満が残りました。
追加料金を払っても遮られたままでしょ？

後ろの人は見えなくても
前の欲張りな上客が満足すればよろしいでしょうか？

時間を割いてきていますし

お金は支払っていますので
舞う姿は見たいですよ。


『観光したいので』と理由をつけて退席しましたが時間の無駄でした。

千社札？とは何でしょうか？
いただいていません。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for participating this time. If there are any actions that may inconvenience other customers, our staff will address them, and we will share this internally to ensure more attention is paid during the dance. Regarding the name tag, I understand that you left partway through, and due to the program's structure, it was intended to be handed to you by the maiko during the final photo session, so you may not have received it. Thank you for your valuable feedback.この度はご参加いただきありがとうございました。他のお客様のご迷惑となる行為がございましたら、スタッフからお声掛けさせていただいておりますが、踊りの際はより注意するよう社内でも共有させていただきます。千社札につきましては、お客様は途中で退席されたとのことで、プログラムの構成上、最後のお写真撮影の際に舞妓さんからお渡しいただいておりましたので、受け取られなかったかと存じます。貴重なご意見をいただきまして、ありがとうございました。
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I arrived at the meeting time, but it had already ended.
Posted Date: 2022/12/03
舞妓さん
I received a reminder email saying that the meeting time was pushed back by an hour, so when I arrived at that time, I was surprised to be told, "We're about to finish." This was a highlight of the trip I had reserved for my mother, and it was the last day. After checking, they said it was a mistake by the tour company's staff, not VELTRA. The staff on the phone apologized profusely, but this is the kind of mistake that a company like this should never make. I said I couldn't pay a cancellation … I received a reminder email saying that the meeting time was pushed back by an hour, so when I arrived at that time, I was surprised to be told, "We're about to finish." This was a highlight of the trip I had reserved for my mother, and it was the last day. After checking, they said it was a mistake by the tour company's staff, not VELTRA. The staff on the phone apologized profusely, but this is the kind of mistake that a company like this should never make. I said I couldn't pay a cancellation fee for something like this, and after discussing it among themselves, they called me back and said they would arrange for a maiko to come again if I was still in Kyoto. I had to change my plans on short notice and decided to have it redone in the evening. When I arrived, there was one woman there, but there was no apology, and I was taken to the room with the maiko. The maiko was very nice, and it was a fun time as an event, but her kimono was plain, which made me think it was because she was called in suddenly. It's a small thing, but I really felt sorry for my mother, who was looking forward to this. Even when leaving, there were no words of apology. I will never use this company again, nor would I recommend it. It's the worst. 集合時間が1時間遅くなったというリマインドメールが来たので、当日その時間目指して行ったら「もう終わりますが」と言われてビックリ。母のために予約していた旅のハイライトでした。しかも最終日。先方が調べたら、ベルトラではなく催行会社従業員のミスとのこと。電話口のスタッフは平謝りでしたが、この手の会社が1番やっては行けないミスです。こんなの聞いたことない、キャンセル料なんて払えないと言うと、スタッフで協議した上で電話があり、まだ京都にいるなら舞妓さんを呼び直すと言って来ました。予定を急遽変更し気を取り直し… 集合時間が1時間遅くなったというリマインドメールが来たので、当日その時間目指して行ったら「もう終わりますが」と言われてビックリ。母のために予約していた旅のハイライトでした。しかも最終日。先方が調べたら、ベルトラではなく催行会社従業員のミスとのこと。電話口のスタッフは平謝りでしたが、この手の会社が1番やっては行けないミスです。こんなの聞いたことない、キャンセル料なんて払えないと言うと、スタッフで協議した上で電話があり、まだ京都にいるなら舞妓さんを呼び直すと言って来ました。予定を急遽変更し気を取り直して夕方にやり直して貰う事に。到着すると女性が1人居ましたがなんの謝罪もなく舞妓さんの居る部屋に通されました。舞妓さんは大変良い方でイベントとしては楽しい時間でしたが、お着物が地味で、急に呼ばれたからかなと思わざるを得ませんでした。些細なことですが、本当に楽しみにしていた母が気の毒でなりません。帰るときも、ひとことも謝罪の言葉はありませんでした。2度とこの会社は利用しませんし、おすすめしません。最低です。
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Reply from the operator
We sincerely apologize for the errors in our communication. We also regret that our staff's apology on the day was insufficient. The maiko who was scheduled to participate initially came as planned, so the kimono was the same. We deeply apologize for the inconvenience caused, especially since you were looking forward to it. We will strengthen our internal confirmation system and work on staff training and preventing recurrence.この度はご案内に誤りがあり、大変申し訳ございませんでした。
また当日スタッフのお詫びが十分ではなく、誠に申し訳ございません。
当初ご参加予定回の舞妓さんにそのままお越しいただきましたので、お着物は同じものとなっておりました。
楽しみにしていただいておりましたところ、ご迷惑をお掛けすることとなりまして、改めて深くお詫び申し上げます。
社内でも再度確認体制を整え、スタッフへの指導並びに再発防止に努めて参ります。
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Disappointed.
Posted Date: 2023/01/04
がっかりさん
I reserved an SS seat (front row, 1,500 yen per person).

In the front row, there are three seats labeled A, B, and C from the right side of the stage, and we are in seat C. The stage is directly in front of seats A and B, so it’s not very visible from seat C.

Moreover, there is an aisle between seats B and C, which staff must use to serve the back row, so they frequently walk through that area. When trying to take photos or videos of the maiko, the staff keeps crossing in front of the camera. Alt… I reserved an SS seat (front row, 1,500 yen per person).

In the front row, there are three seats labeled A, B, and C from the right side of the stage, and we are in seat C. The stage is directly in front of seats A and B, so it’s not very visible from seat C.

Moreover, there is an aisle between seats B and C, which staff must use to serve the back row, so they frequently walk through that area. When trying to take photos or videos of the maiko, the staff keeps crossing in front of the camera. Although the staff tries to avoid getting in the way, they often end up in the frame.

Even though it’s the front row, I felt like this seat doesn’t really qualify as an SS seat. The AB seats in the second or third row are much better. I suggest that the organizing company reconsider the pricing and arrangement of the seats, or at least make the seating layout clear at the time of booking. SS席（最前列　1人１５００円）を予約。
最前列は舞台から向かって右からA・B・Cと3席あるが私たちはC席。
舞台はABの間の正面にあり、C席からはあまり見えない。

しかもBC席の間が通路になっており、後方席の配膳のためにスタッフが必ずそこを通ります。
舞妓さんの写真や動画を撮ろうとしてもスタッフが何度も横切る。
一応、スタッフは避けるそぶりは見せるが、結構カメラに写りこんでくる。

最前列ではあるがこの席でSS席なの？と感じました。
２、３列目のAB席のほうがよほどましです。
催行業者は席の料金設定や席の配置を再検討、若しくは… SS席（最前列　1人１５００円）を予約。
最前列は舞台から向かって右からA・B・Cと3席あるが私たちはC席。
舞台はABの間の正面にあり、C席からはあまり見えない。

しかもBC席の間が通路になっており、後方席の配膳のためにスタッフが必ずそこを通ります。
舞妓さんの写真や動画を撮ろうとしてもスタッフが何度も横切る。
一応、スタッフは避けるそぶりは見せるが、結構カメラに写りこんでくる。

最前列ではあるがこの席でSS席なの？と感じました。
２、３列目のAB席のほうがよほどましです。
催行業者は席の料金設定や席の配置を再検討、若しくは席の配置が予約時にわかるようにしては。
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Reply from the operator
We sincerely apologize for the situation regarding your seating on the day of your visit. We will review the seating arrangement and pricing internally. Additionally, we will reassess the timing and method of service, and strengthen staff training. Thank you for your valuable feedback.当日のお席についてご納得いただけない状況となりまして、誠に申し訳ございませんでした。席の配置や料金につきまして、社内で検討させていただきます。また、配膳につきましても、タイミングや方法を見直しまして、スタッフ指導も強化して参ります。貴重なご意見いただきまして、ありがとうございました。
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Maiko are wonderful.
Posted Date: 2018/01/29
かな♪
If the seats surround the maiko, everyone can see easily from the front row, but here it was cramped with five people in each of the three rows. Additionally, the front row required an extra 200 yen.
Also, keep in mind that you will be making your own tea based on the maiko's example, and the interaction with the maiko is limited to just two people, so it might feel a bit pricey.席が舞妓さんを取り囲むようなら皆が最前列で見やすいが、ここは1列５人で３列というぎゅうぎゅう詰だった。さらに最前列は追加２００円。
また、お手前は舞妓さんをお手本に自分で点てる、舞妓さんとの遊びは２人だけ、ということを理解して臨みましょう。そう思うとちょっと高いかなぁ。
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Everything is fine except for how to order the seats.
Posted Date: 2018/04/30
Junkob
The content met my expectations, which was great. I requested to sit in a special seat for an additional ¥200, but the person in charge was not aware of it, and on the day of the event, my family of four ended up sitting in separate seats. There was only one special seat left, so I purchased it. I wish we could have sat together. It's disappointing.内容的には期待通りで良かったです。 ¥200を追加すると特別席に座ることができるとのことでVertraにお願いしましたが担当の方が把握しておらず、当日は家族4にんがバラバラの席に座ることに。特別席は一席だけ残っていたので購入しました。出来れば一緒に座りたかったです。残念。
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I would like the staff at Jinmatsu-an to use a microphone for explanations so that everyone can see the maiko up close.
Posted Date: 2018/09/03
MMM
At Jinmatsu-an, you have to pay 500 yen for seats close to the maiko, which felt unfair. I wish all the seats were chairs so that everyone could see the maiko up close. There was dissatisfaction with being seated far from the maiko and not being able to see them closely. It felt a bit profit-driven to have to pay 500 yen for that. I would also like more time for questions. Additionally, I would prefer if a microphone were used for explanations, as it was hard to hear. In short, I hope the compan… At Jinmatsu-an, you have to pay 500 yen for seats close to the maiko, which felt unfair. I wish all the seats were chairs so that everyone could see the maiko up close. There was dissatisfaction with being seated far from the maiko and not being able to see them closely. It felt a bit profit-driven to have to pay 500 yen for that. I would also like more time for questions. Additionally, I would prefer if a microphone were used for explanations, as it was hard to hear. In short, I hope the company makes more efforts to ensure customer satisfaction. 甚松庵では舞妓に近い席は500円払わないといけないので、
不公平感があった。全ての席を椅子にして、全員が近くで舞妓を見れるようにして欲しい。席が舞妓より遠く、近くで見れない不満が残った。500円払わないといけないところなど、少し儲け主義なような気がした。質問の時間をもっと取ってほしい。また、説明はマイクを使って欲しい。声が聞こえにくかった。つまり、お客さんがもっと満足するよう企業努力してほしい。
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It depends on the seat.
Posted Date: 2021/08/14
CHIE
I couldn't see the maiko very well. When I asked a question to the maiko, my voice couldn't be heard, so I ended up asking through the microphone. I thought it might be better for the maiko to use the microphone when answering as well, to ensure it was communicated clearly.舞妓さんがあまり見えなかった
舞妓さんに質問した時、私の声が聞こえなくてマイクごしに質問する形になりました
舞妓さんが答える時もマイクを使ったほうが伝わって良いかな、と思いました
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for participating in the lunch experience with the maiko. We also sincerely appreciate your valuable feedback. We have received similar comments from others, so we will work on improvements based on your suggestions. We look forward to your participation again when you visit Kyoto.

Japanese Cultural Experience Anこの度は舞妓さんと一緒にランチ体験にご参加いただきましてありがとうございました。
また、貴重なご意見をいただき誠にありがとうございます。
他の方からも同じようなご意見をいただいておりましたので、頂いたご意見を基に、社内で改善を図ってまいります。
京都へいらっしゃる際には、またのご参加をお待ちしております。

日本文化体験 庵an
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It doesn't feel like an ochazuke experience.
Posted Date: 2022/11/28
クンチャン
You have to wait outside until the designated time. Since you wait on the road, it's fine to arrive just in time, but it's a bit of a tricky location as it's on the second floor of the building. The lunch bento arrived, and the catering staff was at the reception. The maiko also arrived by taxi about ten minutes earlier. The seating consists of simple tables and chairs, with four people per row, and indeed, the seats closer to the maiko are better if you pay a higher amount.

Once the bento was br… You have to wait outside until the designated time. Since you wait on the road, it's fine to arrive just in time, but it's a bit of a tricky location as it's on the second floor of the building. The lunch bento arrived, and the catering staff was at the reception. The maiko also arrived by taxi about ten minutes earlier. The seating consists of simple tables and chairs, with four people per row, and indeed, the seats closer to the maiko are better if you pay a higher amount.

Once the bento was brought to the table, the event started somewhat casually. The people who were there to experience the tea ceremony began, while those there for lunch started eating on their own, and then the maiko's tea ceremony began. After the ceremony, there was a Q&A session with the maiko, followed by a commemorative photo session with her. I wondered about the traditional games, but it turned out that the event was already over.

It ended surprisingly quickly. 時間迄外で待たされます。道路上で待つからギリギリで行ってもいい位ですがビルの２階だから少しわかりにくい場所ではありました。ランチの弁当が届き仕出し屋さんが受付していました。舞妓さんも10分位前にタクシーで乗り付けました。座席は簡単なテーブルと椅子席一列4人でやはり前の方が舞妓さんに近く金額をあげれば良い席になります。
テーブル席に仕出し弁当が運ばれて何となく開始して、お茶のお手前だけ体験する人達に合わせて、ランチの人はなんとなく勝手に食べ始め、舞妓さんのお手前が始まりました。お手前終わると舞妓さんへ… 時間迄外で待たされます。道路上で待つからギリギリで行ってもいい位ですがビルの２階だから少しわかりにくい場所ではありました。ランチの弁当が届き仕出し屋さんが受付していました。舞妓さんも10分位前にタクシーで乗り付けました。座席は簡単なテーブルと椅子席一列4人でやはり前の方が舞妓さんに近く金額をあげれば良い席になります。
テーブル席に仕出し弁当が運ばれて何となく開始して、お茶のお手前だけ体験する人達に合わせて、ランチの人はなんとなく勝手に食べ始め、舞妓さんのお手前が始まりました。お手前終わると舞妓さんへの質疑タイム、その後舞妓さんとの記念撮影して、アレお座敷遊びは？と思いましたが、もう終了との事でした。
びっくりする位早く終わりました。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for participating this time.

Regarding the experience on the day of participation, it was divided into two parts: the first half included the tea ceremony, questions, and photo sessions, while the second half featured dancing and games. There were participants from multiple courses, so it is difficult to say for certain, but based on the conversation, it seems that you may have left partway through. With participants from different courses, it is not unusual for someone to exit midway,… Thank you for participating this time.

Regarding the experience on the day of participation, it was divided into two parts: the first half included the tea ceremony, questions, and photo sessions, while the second half featured dancing and games. There were participants from multiple courses, so it is difficult to say for certain, but based on the conversation, it seems that you may have left partway through. With participants from different courses, it is not unusual for someone to exit midway, and the staff may not have noticed.

In the future, we will review our announcements to ensure that everyone can enjoy the experience in a clear manner. Additionally, we will provide another reminder about the second half of the program at the end of the first half, and we will ensure that our staff confirms the program details with any guests who choose to exit. この度はご参加いただきまして、ありがとうございます。
ご参加日の体験ですが、前半と後半に分かれておりまして、お点前、質問、写真撮影の前半のコースの方、踊りや遊びの後半のコースからの方、前半後半両方にご参加の方がいらっしゃりました。複数のコースの方がいらっしゃいましたので、はっきりと分かりかねますが、お話しの内容からしますと、お客様は途中で退室された可能性がございます。複数のコースの方がいらっしゃる場合、お客様が途中退出されても不自然ではございませんので、スタッフも気が付かずにいたかと存じます。
今後… この度はご参加いただきまして、ありがとうございます。
ご参加日の体験ですが、前半と後半に分かれておりまして、お点前、質問、写真撮影の前半のコースの方、踊りや遊びの後半のコースからの方、前半後半両方にご参加の方がいらっしゃりました。複数のコースの方がいらっしゃいましたので、はっきりと分かりかねますが、お話しの内容からしますと、お客様は途中で退室された可能性がございます。複数のコースの方がいらっしゃる場合、お客様が途中退出されても不自然ではございませんので、スタッフも気が付かずにいたかと存じます。
今後、進行のアナウンスを見直し致しまして、皆様にわかりやすく楽しんでいただけるよう改めて参ります。また前半終了時にも再度、後半プログラムの案内をさせていただきまして、退出されるお客様にもプログラム内容の確認を行うよう社内で徹底させていただきます。
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The pillars of the building are obstructing the view.
Posted Date: 2023/07/08
らいび
The pillar was in the way.
I arrived a bit early and got in at the top, but there were already attendees from the previous program, and we ended up on the side. Additionally, the front seats required an extra fee. We also ended up with a group of students who stood right in front of us while we were sitting. Of course, there was no warning.柱が邪魔でした。
また、少し早めに行ってトップで入りましたが、すでに前のプログラム入場者がいて、端の方になり、前の席は別途料金がいりました。また、学生の集団と一緒になってしまい、私たちが座ってる目の前で立たれました。もちろん、注意はありませんでした。。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you very much for your participation.
We sincerely apologize for the lack of attention from our staff.
We will strive to improve, including the seating arrangements.
Thank you for your valuable feedback.この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。
スタッフの注意が行き届いておらず大変申し訳ございませんでした。
座席配置等含め改善できるよう努めてまいります。
貴重なご意見ありがとうございました。
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It was better than I imagined!
Posted Date: 2023/07/15
sary912
I live in Kyoto and often have the opportunity to visit Gion and the geisha districts. This time, a friend from out of town wanted to meet a maiko, but since a real okiya experience costs several hundred thousand yen, I made a reservation for a beginner-friendly option. Surprisingly, the maiko's dance, the tea ceremony, and the traditional games were all very enjoyable and highly recommended for first-timers. Plus, it's affordable, so feel free to give it a try!私は京都在住の者です　日頃から　祇園や花街に行く機会がありますが
　今回は地方からの友人が　舞妓さんに会いたいと言うものですから　本物のお座敷では数十万の費用が掛かりますので　初心者向けということで予約しました　ところが　案外と舞妓さんの踊り　茶道のお点前　そしてお座敷遊びなどなど　初めての方の入門編としてとてもお勧めです　おまけに安価ですので　お気軽に、、、、
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for participating this time.
We are glad to hear that you were satisfied!
We look forward to your participation again in the future.この度はご参加いただきましてありがとうございました。
ご満足いただけたようでなによりでございます！
ぜひまたの機会がございましたらご参加をお待ちしております。
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Options if there are no other places available.
Posted Date: 2024/05/05
Msdoraemon
The explanation from the microphone was loud (a common opinion among 13 customers). I wonder why it couldn't be done in English since the maiko spoke softly when addressing us. Although we didn't participate, most of those who experienced the matcha ceremony proceeded without proper explanations, leaving them confused. It hardly felt like a traditional cultural experience. As someone who has practiced tea ceremony for many years, I hope they can find ways to "convey" the true purpose of tea cere… The explanation from the microphone was loud (a common opinion among 13 customers). I wonder why it couldn't be done in English since the maiko spoke softly when addressing us. Although we didn't participate, most of those who experienced the matcha ceremony proceeded without proper explanations, leaving them confused. It hardly felt like a traditional cultural experience. As someone who has practiced tea ceremony for many years, I hope they can find ways to "convey" the true purpose of tea ceremony rather than just scratching the surface. It was nice that we were able to take a group photo. マイクの説明がうるさい( 13人のお客様共通の意見　舞妓さんに話しかける時は少しソフトなのでなぜ英語でできないのか疑問。　私たちはしませんでしたがお抹茶体験の方のほとんどは何をどうして良いのか適切な説明がないままさっさと進行しわけわからない　伝統文化体験とは到底言えない感じでした。
茶道を長年している者として　表面的ではなく真の茶道の目的を「伝える」よう工夫して欲しい。
グループ写真取れたのは良かったです。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for participating this time. We will share your feedback regarding the host and staff's responses internally and strive for improvement. We look forward to your participation again in the future. Thank you for your valuable comments.この度はご参加いただき、ありがとうございました。
司会、スタッフの対応につきましては社内で共有し、改善に努めてまいります。
またの機会のご参加をお待ちしております。
貴重なご意見ありがとうございました。
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No question corner.
Posted Date: 2025/10/11
もと
There was no Q&A session with Maiko. Even though I arrived on time, it seems to have been canceled. It feels a bit different!舞子さんとの質問コーナーがなかった　時間通ﾘﾆ来ているのになくなってしまった何か違う感じがする　　　　！
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This is a tour where you can easily meet adorable maiko (geisha apprentices).
Posted Date: 2018/12/05
ふとっさん
This is a tour where you can meet adorable maiko at the lowest price. After having tea, you can take a coveted two-shot photo. If you have time, I think it would be great to participate.可愛い舞妓さんに最安値で会えるツアーです。
お茶を飲んだ後はあこがれの2ショツト
時間があえば参加するといいと思います。
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I think it's a good activity, but it needs improvement.
Posted Date: 2020/03/25
quoli
The dinner with the maiko was good, but I was quite concerned about the lack of hospitality from the management.

◆ Difficult to see the stage
Since you are seated, I think the cheapest seats are quite hard to see from. Because you are not sitting on the floor, your view is very limited. However, despite purchasing the cheapest seat, I was upgraded to the next tier due to overbooking by the management, which allowed me to see somewhat better. Without this, I think I would have given it 2 stars.

◆ … The dinner with the maiko was good, but I was quite concerned about the lack of hospitality from the management.

◆ Difficult to see the stage
Since you are seated, I think the cheapest seats are quite hard to see from. Because you are not sitting on the floor, your view is very limited. However, despite purchasing the cheapest seat, I was upgraded to the next tier due to overbooking by the management, which allowed me to see somewhat better. Without this, I think I would have given it 2 stars.

◆ Staff passing by during the maiko's performance
The stage for the maiko was narrow, and next to it was the kitchen, where staff were moving around to get drinks while the maiko was performing, which was very distracting. There was a partition for the kitchen, but it was a shame that they didn't find a way to avoid passing right next to the maiko.

◆ Question time was not engaging and rather rude
After the maiko's performance, they jumped straight into a Q&A session without any explanation from the maiko, which left us unsure of what to ask, and it felt like my tour guide and I were awkwardly trying to come up with questions. Additionally, when asking about the origins of the foreign guests, the maiko responded with "Where?" to someone from Wales, and the host made a confusing comment saying, "The maiko doesn't know Wales, but she knows Scotland," which was both irrelevant and unclear. It was disappointing that, despite coming to Japan, the hospitality was lacking, and as a Japanese person, it made me feel a bit sad. 舞妓さんとディナーの料理は良かったのですが、運営側のホスピタリティに欠けていたので、結構気になりました。

◆舞台が見にくい
座って見る状態なので、一番安い席はかなり見えないと思います。床に座った状態でないので、視野がとても限定されます。ただ、一番安い席を購入したのにも関わらず、運営がオーバーブッキングしたため一つ上の席になってなんとか見れて良かったです。これが無ければ☆２をつけていたと思います。

◆舞妓さんの演目の横をスタッフが通り過ぎ
舞妓さんの舞台が狭く、その隣が厨房であり、舞妓さんが演目をしている横… 舞妓さんとディナーの料理は良かったのですが、運営側のホスピタリティに欠けていたので、結構気になりました。

◆舞台が見にくい
座って見る状態なので、一番安い席はかなり見えないと思います。床に座った状態でないので、視野がとても限定されます。ただ、一番安い席を購入したのにも関わらず、運営がオーバーブッキングしたため一つ上の席になってなんとか見れて良かったです。これが無ければ☆２をつけていたと思います。

◆舞妓さんの演目の横をスタッフが通り過ぎ
舞妓さんの舞台が狭く、その隣が厨房であり、舞妓さんが演目をしている横でお酒を取りに行くスタッフが横で動いていて目につき、とても気になりました。厨房自体には仕切りがありましたが、その仕切りを工夫すればわざわざ舞妓さんの横を通らずに済むのに、残念でした。

◆質問時間が盛り上がらないどころか失礼
舞妓さんの演目の後に、舞妓さんの説明がないまま質問コーナーを入ってしまうため、何を質問していいか困ってしまい、私やツアーガイドが気を使って質問しているような状態でした。
また、外国人の出身を聞く際、ウェールズから来た人に対して、舞妓さんが「何処？」って答えてしまったり、司会が「舞妓さんはウェールズは知らないけどスコットランドは知ってました」というフォローする相手も内容も意味不明なことを言っていて、せっかく日本に来たのにおもてなしできてなくて、日本人としてちょっと悲しい気分になりました。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for participating this time. Regarding the points you raised, we have promptly reviewed the seating arrangement and staff movement. We will also focus on staff training, including the emcee, to ensure our customers have an enjoyable experience. Thank you very much for your valuable feedback.この度はご参加いただきまして、ありがとうございました。ご指摘いただいた件につきまして、席の配置やスタッフの動線等を早速見直しさせていただきました。
またお客様に楽しんでいただけますよう、司会を含めスタッフ教育にも力を入れて参ります。貴重なご意見いただきまして、どうもありがとうございました。
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I'm glad I went.
Posted Date: 2020/12/27
もみじ
Due to the COVID-19 restrictions on the number of participants, there were about 10 to 12 attendees. I requested a seat in the front row, but since the venue itself isn't very large, I think sitting in the second or third row would have been fine as well.コロナで人数制限をされているせいか、参加者は10〜12でした。1番前の席を指定したけど、会場自体が広くないので、2〜3列目でも良かったのかなと思いました。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for participating this time. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with the maiko. We sincerely look forward to your next visit.この度はご参加いただきまして、ありがとうございました。
舞妓さんとのお時間を楽しんで頂けたようで、スタッフ一同うれしく思います。
またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。
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Conversation with a maiko.
Posted Date: 2025/02/08
grace
On the day of the event, I was the only Japanese person there. It seemed like the foreigners were having a great time. The organizers were desperately trying to liven up the venue, but the maiko seemed disinterested.

Originally, maiko are people you meet in a traditional setting, and it felt unfortunate that they were brought out to such a place. Since traditional experiences can be quite expensive and are not accessible to the general public, I suppose that's why such an arrangement was made. W… On the day of the event, I was the only Japanese person there. It seemed like the foreigners were having a great time. The organizers were desperately trying to liven up the venue, but the maiko seemed disinterested.

Originally, maiko are people you meet in a traditional setting, and it felt unfortunate that they were brought out to such a place. Since traditional experiences can be quite expensive and are not accessible to the general public, I suppose that's why such an arrangement was made. While it was a blessing for someone like me who can't go to a traditional setting, I couldn't help but think about the pride of the maiko. 当日，日本人は私だけでした。外国人の方が多いので，お楽しみのようでした。
主催者は必死で会場を盛り上げておられましたが，舞妓さんは白けておられました。
本来，舞妓さんはお座敷でお目にかかる方で，あのような場所に引っ張り出されることが気の毒でした。なかなかお座敷はお高いので，一般は体験できないため，あのような設定をされているのでしょう。お座敷に行けない私のような者にはありがたいですが，舞妓さんのプライドを考えるとどうかと思いました。
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