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Maiko Performance in Kyoto with Matcha or Bento

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1.5 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 15 guests
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Japanese, English

Enjoy a traditional performance by geisha apprentices while munching on beautifully arranged bento boxes or Japanese sweets with matcha.

Highlights

  • Attend a traditional performance lead by maiko dressed in stunning kimono

  • Some savory treats from the bento box or beautiful Japanese sweets won't hurt

  • The rare chance to get close to a maiko artist

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Experience a vision of sumptuously-dressed performers wearing elaborate kimono and a layer of white makeup, with graceful moves from an ancient past. Maiko are apprentice geisha, called “geiko” in the Kansai area, yet they are already very professional artists who have mastered the arts of dancing, singing, and playing shamisen.


Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is studded with temples and shrines, and is home to Japan old town, Gion, known as one of Kyoto’s geisha districts. This is the ideal spot for attending such a beautiful show. With small hands poking out of long sleeves, dainty micro-steps under heavy kimono, and vibrant hair accessories, the group of performing maiko will enchant you with an otherworldly experience.


While you sit back, hooked and happy, you’ll be served some delicious bites. Participants can either choose to munch on a beautifully arranged Japanese bento lunch box (Wareshinobu plan), or some traditional snacks and sweets perfect for a cup of matcha tea (Ofuku plan).


Both maiko and geiko are rarely seen walking outside of their Okiya lodgings, so stumbling upon one is quite rare for tourists. Take the chance to know more about their traditional culture after the performance, during the English presentation. Finally, you’ll get closer to maiko with some face-to-face time for questions and answers, and take photos together.


This experience is a whirlwind of sensations and vivid colors that will set your head spinning and leave you with beautiful memories, and a souvenir!

What You Get

A traditional performance
Japanese hand-towel souvenir
Japanese sweets paired with matcha or a bento lunch box
Any additional food or beverages

Good To Know

  • There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In this case, you will be offered a full refund 7 days prior to the performance date.
  • During the performance, you will not be able to take photos. Please be respectful of the maiko.

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • Enter the Maiko theater for a gorgeous experience.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Experience Location

One of Kyoto’s major historic districts, Higashiyama is home to Kiyomizudera Temple, a UNESCO world heritage site. Immerse yourself in traditional Japanese architecture in the streets of Higashiyama, which are lined with local specialty shops selling everything from handicrafts like pottery to tasty Kyoto sweets and pickles. Higashiyama Ward is also home to Gion, a geisha district which contains luxurious Japanese restaurants, lively izakayas, and tea houses.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
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