Authentic Maiko Experience＆Kyoto Dinner (Free drink) at Noh Stage

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

How This Experience Differs from Ordinary “Maiko Shows”

•Not a staged tourist performance

This is not a simplified show created for large crowds. It is an intimate cultural immersion that reflects the real rhythm and refinement of an authentic ozashiki evening.

•Created by someone deeply connected to the hanamachi Years of trusted relationships in Kyoto’s most exclusive flower districts allow the creators to reproduce details that outsiders would not know.

•Authentic interaction, not photo-op entertainment

Guests are invited into the conversational, playful, and highly nuanced atmosphere of genuine ozashiki hospitality—something impossible to imitate without deep cultural knowledge.

•Respect for traditional forms

The dance, etiquette, and presentation follow the standards used in real teahouse settings, preserving their integrity.

•Small, invitation-only format

Unlike commercial venues, this program is intentionally limited in capacity to maintain the intimacy

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Experience Kyoto's culture with a Maiko dance performance and Kaiseki cuisine. Enjoy traditional games, take photos with the Maiko, and savor a meal in a historic house. 【Schedule】 17:50 Doors open (If you arrive early, please relax in the 1st-floor café space.) 18:00 Gather on the 2nd floor of the Noh stage ・Free photo time on the Noh stage (socks or tabi required / no eating or drinking) ・Welcome toast and dinner start ・Entrance of the maiko and jikata (live shamisen) ・Dance: the maiko performs on the Noh stage to live shamisen ・Greetings & self-introductions (maiko / participants) ・Kimono and kanzashi introduction; Q&A ・Two-shot photo with the maiko on the Noh stage ・Conversation with the maiko ・Ozashiki games on the Noh stage (livened up by live shamisen) 20:00 End 【Highlights 】 Kyoto's Traditional Food Multiple Maiko dance performances Live shamisen with maiko Ozashiki game experience Kyoto-certified interpreter guide Take photo with maiko Unlimited drinks for 2 hours The experience tour is available with a minimum of two participants. Please enjoy this special evening of dance and conversation.

What‘s Included

Conversation time with the maiko

Two-shot photo with the maiko

meals & free drinks

Ozashiki games with the maiko

Enjoy the maiko’s elegant dance up close

Oversize luggage

Bare feet

Transportation expenses from your home to the venue

Options

Maiko Dance Performance and Kaiseki Cuisine

Reviews

5.00

11 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Geisha and dinner experience
Yuniar A,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a really great experience to finally see the geisha and have lot of interaction with them . We had a great time , would recommend everyone to have this experience
It was a great experience.
Navigator49046241562,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was also the first time I had ever seen a Maiko perform, and it was amazing to be able to talk to her so slowly. Thank you very much.
A wonderful experience that I will cherish ❤️
serenadU2934NJ,,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was so amazing! We saw 2 dance performances, took pictures, asked so many questions, played a game and had a delicious meal with the Maiko. She gave us a special present to remember her by and we had a great time. The staff was very kind and also translated all the questions and answers we had for us. I don’t think I’ll ever have another experience like this! I feel blessed to have been able to come!
The dances on the gorgeous Noh stage in front of me and the shamisen and singing by the geisha were wonderful.
Voyager64533936521,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The dance and performance on the Noh stage impressed me the most. They explained in detail about the costumes, such as kimonos and hair ornaments, how to make up, etc., and I was able to learn more about maiko and geisha. We also talked with maiko and played "konpira boat" in ozashiki and had a good time with sake.
Chatting with Maiko Mai
Getaway36363963764,,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful experience to talk directly with Maiko-san’s dance. It was a dream come true for us to pour beer over it. 😄
Elegance in motion:Geisha & Maiko
Cruiser26553235389,,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a unique opportunity and very unforgettable experience.Curious about Kyoto's hidden treasures?meet Maiko/Geisha, savor traditional Japanese cuisine and experience elegance like never before.try it now🤗
One of a kind experience
898allysak,,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
When in Kyoto, seeing a Maiko and Geiko up close is one of the experiences you must do. In this experience, I was able to see them perform live, and what's more interesting about this day is talking with them face to face, I learned more about their lives as Maiko and Geiko. I also had the chance to play with them on the stage! The experience was done with an English translator and she did a really great job!
A Rare Glimpse into Kyoto’s Maiko Culture
Sora29maldonado,,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an extraordinary and intimate evening of culture and refinement. The kaiseki dinner was beautifully prepared and delicious, offering me a real insight into Japanese cuisine. Yet, the true highlight was meeting geiko and maiko so personally. Witnessing their artistry, playing games, and sharing conversation with them felt like a once-in-a-lifetime privilege—a rare opportunity to experience Kyoto’s elegance at its finest.
a real taste of Kyoto’s tradition.
Traveler62900804429,,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Kyoto Maiko dinner was such a unique experience! The food was delicious, and the Maiko performance was truly special. We even got the chance to chat and play games with the Maiko, which made it feel very authentic and unforgettable.
Memorable experience
Seaside05661798508,,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The overall experience was fabulous. It was a dream come true to interact with Geisha. I highly recommend it if you’re around Kyoto. It’s worth every penny.