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Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Food was cold

Reviewed by: Penny

We enjoyed the show and the experience. But being winter, we didnt quite enjoy the meal preared because it was 80% cold.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/02/19
Activity Date: 2017/01/28

Private Maiko Dance Performance with Dinner or Snacks Plan in Kyoto

A perfect evening

Reviewed by: Catherine

We booked the evening not being so sure of what would be the evening since i think the description of the product is not good, you cannot be sure if it a party or dinner.
We spent a wonderful evening with our Maiko in a tea house which in Japan means a private club house.
Dinner was the high Kaseiki Kyoto cuisine, sake was pouring freely.
Our Maiko was delightful, she entertained us and was cute, funny and her dancing was exquisite.
I booked the translation services in order for us to fully appreciate the evening and it was worth every penny, since we could communicate with our Maiko and Peter was very knowledgeable of the Japanese culture.
Great value for money evening, away from the crowed evenings.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you very much for your review, and for choosing our tea house for your maiko experience.
We are glad to hear you enjoyed yourself!
We will continue to do our best to provide the best Kyoto-style hospitality,
and we hope you will have a chance to visit Kyoto again.

Kyohanamachi Kawamura


 

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Packages: Kaiseki Dinner and Maiko Entertainment Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/12/06
Activity Date: 2016/11/29

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Una bonita experiencia.

Reviewed by: Mercedes

Una actuación que recomendaría no perderse a cualquiera que visite Kyoto. Son bailes tradicionales japoneses y es posible que no a todo el mundo le guste pero creo que es algo que hay que conocer. La reserva de los asientos estuvo bien, lo malo que no puedes elegir asiento.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony and Performance Plan (First Come First Serve: Picture Postcard)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/24
Activity Date: 2016/11/05

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Must see feature

Reviewed by: Olga

This is traditional japanese thing you definitely want to see.
I personally love it.
You can watch it only here and only 10 days in a year, SO JUST DO IT.
On the other hand, tea ceremony is not the thing you want spend money on. It's not even ceremony: you just get matcha tea and small sweets.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/11/19
Activity Date: 2016/11/06

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Wonderful, enchanting experience

Reviewed by: Leilani W

The opportunity to see the Gion Odori was such a lovely and unique pleasure. The dance was beautiful, and the costumes and sets were spectacular. I highly recommend this to anyone wanting to see into the traditional and exquisite world of Geiko and Maiko.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony and Performance Plan (First Come First Serve: Picture Postcard)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/11/18
Activity Date: 2016/11/10

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Great experience!

Reviewed by: Grover

We enjoyed every moment of this tour. It was well organized. The Kaiseki dinner was delicious. It gave us a taste of various kinds of Japanese traditional food. The Maiko dance was beautiful and captivating. After the dance, we had a short stroll at the very beautiful Japanese garden which was very enjoyable! The last brief stop of the tour was going to the top of a mountain to see the night view of Kyoto which ended the evening perfectly. We just found we hadn't had enough of all of it!

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/12
Activity Date: 2016/11/04

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Great cultural experience!

Reviewed by: Grover

It's great that Veltra offered this service which allowed me to buy the ticket in advance. The tickets of this performance were actually only sold at the theater
As I bought it in advance via Veltra, I just collected my ticket at the entrance without worrying about the queue and out of tickets. The show was actually full house when I arrived there! So I highly recommended to buy ticket online in advance.
Before the show, there was a brief tea session in a big room with Maiko performing tea ceremony. The dance performance was like going back in time and totally immersed into Japanese culture!

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2016/11/12
Activity Date: 2016/11/03

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Seat

Reviewed by: Leika Ejiri

The show was perfect, but my seat had a partial view of it! I was disappointed because I paid the same amount as other people but couldn't enjoy 100% of the show.

  • View from my seat

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Packages: Tea Ceremony and Performance Plan (First Come First Serve: Picture Postcard)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/11/11
Activity Date: 2016/11/09

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

The essence of Gion

Reviewed by: Victoria

This is the meaning of it all, this is what the Geiko & Maiko are trained for. And this might be one of the very few opportunities that a tourist can see a Geiko perform. Not to be missed if you are in Kyoto during this period.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2016/11/11
Activity Date: 2016/11/09

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Definitely worth doing! :)

Reviewed by: Sarah

It was a really good experience, definitely worth doing. We had really good seats right at the front, and thoroughly enjoyed each performance. One of the highlights whilst staying in Kyoto.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/10
Activity Date: 2016/11/01

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Great tradition

Reviewed by: Nobody

Beautiful show of gheishas dancing singing and displaying beautiful kimonos and other costumes

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Packages: Tea Ceremony and Performance Plan (First Come First Serve: Picture Postcard)
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2016/11/08
Activity Date: 2016/11/06

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Great performance

Reviewed by: Bob

We went to the tea ceremony and geisha performance in Kyoto and thought both weee wonderful. The geisha doing the tea was stunningly graceful- beautiful to watch. Re the performance, the Kabuki in Tokyo had finished the October sessions and the place in Kyoto was still not open after renovations but this performance was fabulous alternative. Beautiful costumes, live musicians, well designed sets etc made for a dramatic performance- not just beautiful girls moving around to recorded music.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/08
Activity Date: 2016/11/06

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Wonderful experience in Kyoto!

Reviewed by: Carlos Eduardo

Everything was perfect. The tickets were reserved by the time we checked in and the place of the seats were very good (third row quite near to the stage).

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/07
Activity Date: 2016/11/01

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Beautiful performance

Reviewed by: Alina

It was very beautiful and interesting show. As foriegner I didn't understand anything from songs, but I want to mention orchestra, very beautiful melodies. I enjoyed the show. Thank you!

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Packages: Performance Only
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/07
Activity Date: 2016/11/02

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Great show, great seats!

Reviewed by: Stefan

As my heading states the show was great and the seats were perfect, we were sitting on the wing with a perfect eye level view of the stage.

  • View from the seat!

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/04
Activity Date: 2016/11/02

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

authentic performance

Reviewed by: A.Liang

We were very happy with the show and even more pleased we had the opportunity to be a part of the annual dance performance. The final act was beautifully done with Maikos and Geishas. The tea ceremony was quite rushed and did not resemble a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Overall a real authentic cultural experience, without any pictures as they were not allowed.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/11/03
Activity Date: 2016/11/01

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Enjoyed Maiko Performance!

Reviewed by: Ken and Karen

It was such a treat to see actual Maiko performance along with a nice kaiseki dinner. The evening tour of Kyoto was an added bonus. The Shozan Garden was beautiful!

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/10/23
Activity Date: 2016/10/16

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Beautiful place

Reviewed by: Erik Payne

The Shouzen Garden is so beautiful, especially at night. The maiko dance and kaiseki dinner were extraordinary. One word to sum it up- -unforgettable! Do go!

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2016/10/17
Activity Date: 2016/10/14

Kyoto Private Kaiseki Dinner at Traditional Restaurant with Maiko Dance Show

Private Maiko Dance

Reviewed by: Clara

Seeing performance by Geisha is a must do in Japan. In the past you need to know someone from the tea house to arrange such activity and a private dinner. It's very nice that we can book private performance and dinner with a Maiko (geisha trainee) via the internet nowadays with English translator. Highly recommended activity.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you very much for booking the dinner with us, we are glad to hear you enjoyed the experience!
We shall continue to strive to provide the best service possible for our guests.

Best Regards, Kyohanamachi Kawamura

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Packages: Dinner Plan
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/10/15
Activity Date: 2016/10/12

Traditional Shodo Calligraphy Lesson in Kyoto with an English-Speaking Teacher

A great cultural experience

Reviewed by: Sandra

We really enjoyed our calligraphy lesson, very well organised with great explanations in English with plenty of information about the cultural aspects of calligraphy in Japanese. Very achievable for all levels, and beautiful results to take home.

Reply from activity provider

Dear Sandra,

Thank you very much for writing a review for us. We are more than glad to know that you enjoyed the class and felt in that way. We also had a great time with five of you. We look forward to meeting you again someday, before long.

Warm Regards,
Kimi on behalf of Kiyomi

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Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/10/11
Activity Date: 2016/10/07

Machiya House Tour at Nishijin Tondaya in Kyoto

Fun Tea Time

Reviewed by: Sarah

My friend and I had a wonderful time. The hostess was super quick at getting the kimono on and having us ready to walk around. She was friendly and was very thorough when going through the history of the house and some of the meanings behind the tea ceremony. We had a great time despite the other couple we were doing the experience with being sour the whole time.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for coming to Tondaya. If you had inconvenient situation ,we are so sorry . Hope see you again !

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Packages: Machiya Townhouse Tour, Kimono Dressing Experience and Tea Ceremony
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/09/23
Activity Date: 2016/09/12

Morning Tour to Uji and Byodoin Temple with a Tea Ceremony from Kyoto

Reviewed by: Jiankun

It was a good and informative trip. A bit of history and culture learning. The tour guide was knowledgeable and helpful. Wish it had been longer.

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Posted on: 2016/09/05

Summertime Riverside Dinner in Kyoto with Maiko at Momijiya (2025/7/1~2025/9/21)

Nice show

Reviewed by: Lumi

Well orhanised. Noce show, good food.great location
Thank you!

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Packages: Seiryo no Sato[Moon Course]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/07/28
Activity Date: 2016/07/20

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Geisha Dinner

Reviewed by: OPadus

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.

  • Maiko and Me

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2016/07/25
Activity Date: 2016/07/17

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Beautiful night

Reviewed by: Maria Carmen

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.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2016/07/05
Activity Date: 2016/07/03

Summertime Riverside Dinner in Kyoto with Maiko at Momijiya (2025/7/1~2025/9/21)

Highly Recommend

Reviewed by: Karen Q

we had a great time at the dinner. Recommend to come in June as you will see fireflies if the weather is good. Food is great and the service is amazing. Very worthwhile!

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Packages: Beef Shabu Shabu Hot Pot Course
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/06/13
Activity Date: 2016/06/10

京都高雄 もみぢ家 川床ディナープラン 納涼川床料理+舞妓さんの京舞鑑賞日あり(2025/7/1~2025/9/21)<川床席確約/送迎あり/高雄>

The long-awaited riverbed cuisine. 憧れだった川床料理

Reviewed by: ETT

I was able to realize something I had always wanted to do: enjoy riverbed dining in Kyoto. I was so excited to participate, especially with the presence of maiko. It takes about 30 minutes by car from downtown Kyoto. It's a bit far, but my anticipation was building.

When I took my seat, the dishes were already prepared. They were cute and incredibly delicious, and I found myself eating them eagerly. While enjoying the meal, the maiko appeared and performed a couple of dances! It was moving! You can also take photos with the maiko.

During my visit, it was the season for fireflies, so they turned off all the lights for a moment, plunging us into darkness. I was able to see a few fireflies in the distance! Since it was a summer night, there were a few bugs, but that's to be expected. Let's enjoy that as part of nature! Overall, I was truly satisfied! I definitely want to go again.

京都で川床料理、いつかずっとやってみたかったことが実現できました。
しかも舞妓さんもいるなんて。。と期待に旨を膨らませて参加しました。
京都市内から車で30分くらいかかります。ちょっと遠いですが、期待に胸が膨らみます。
座席に着くと既にお料理が用意されていました。かわいくてとても美味しい料理で、夢中で食べてしまいました。お料理を楽しんでいると舞妓さんの登場です。2曲程踊ってくれました!!感動です!舞妓さんと写真撮影もできますよ♪その後は私の行った時はホタルがいる時期だったので一瞬証明を全て落として真っ暗にしてくれます。数匹ですが、遠くの方にホタルを見ることができました!夏の夜なので虫さんは少し多いですが、しょうがないですね。。
それも自然なので楽しみましょう!総じて本当に満足しました!また是非いきたいです。

  • 入り口

  • お料理!すごく美味しかった1

  • 川床

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Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2016/06/11

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Good experience!

Reviewed by: Lyanne Chua

It was a good experience to meet a maiko but it would have been better if there's an option for an English tour.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2016/06/03
Activity Date: 2016/05/29

Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Maiko dinner

Reviewed by: gaelletipaka

It was a really interesting experience and evening. The Maiko performed a wonderful danse and the garden was really pretty. thank you

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2016/04/18
Activity Date: 2016/03/27

[SOLD OUT]Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Lovely Geisha Performance

Reviewed by: Nan

I wanted to be sure to see a geisha performance while I was in Kyoto, and I was lucky that this one was on while I was in town. It was perfect. There were 6 different short dances. The costumes were beautiful, there was live singing, the location was very convenient, and the venue was good. The tea ceremony was like the "fast food" version, as they needed to get everybody in and out quickly to accommodate an entire theater full of people in the 1 hour before the show. But it was fine. No need to get there an hour early. 15 minutes is probably enough, and you'll still have time for your "fast food" tea ceremony. And they give you the plate as a souvenir. No photography is allowed, so I can't post any pictures.

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Packages: Tea Ceremony Plan
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2015/11/13
Activity Date: 2015/11/10