Reviewed by: Bervin Cheong
I was given a foldable chair to sit in while other had regular seats in the theatre. I understand that I was not the only one given such a seat but it indicated that the theatre oversold their tickets? And given that I purchased my ticket one month in advance, I don't see how it should come to that. Veltra, as the go between, you should really look into the matter, or at least drop the booking from your site – as it reflects badly on you to be listing activities that don't meet a certain standard for paying customers. The show was great though.
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| Packages: | Performance Only |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/04 |
Reviewed by: Tony
Performance was excellent but was treated like maximazing turnover - tea ceremony too fast and on a personal level having book most expensive options well in advance was disappointed to be on an end row -on an additional hard chair unlike the the more comfortable seats in the auditorium - so my 3 reflects the efforts of the artists not the management
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| Packages: | Tea Ceremony Plan |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/03 |
Reviewed by: jnypny
Have been to Kyoto before but never saw a dance performance. It was fantastic and the seats were very good too. I really appreciated being able to get them from the US before the trip -- I expect they would have been sold out by the time we were in Kyoto, especially as we had 7 people attending. Thanks, Veltra!
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| Packages: | Performance Only |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/03 |
Reviewed by: miiiiiiiiina
It was a very beautiful annex, and I was able to enjoy delicious sukiyaki! The maiko were lovely, and it was a precious experience to see them dance up close. I was significantly late for my reservation, but they were very polite and accommodating. I would definitely like to use this place again if I have the opportunity. Thank you!
とても綺麗な別館で、美味しいすき焼きをいただくことができました!舞妓さんも可愛らしく、近くで踊りを見ることができて貴重な体験でした。予約の時間に大幅に遅れてしまったのですがとても丁寧にご対応いただきました。また機会があれば是非利用したいです。ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 特選和牛すき焼きコース |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/24 |
Reviewed by: Kim
I booked this for 2 people even though I was going alone, because it was the only way the website would accept the reservation. The day of the tour I had my hotel contact them to update my hotel pick up info, which also updated the number of guest. I was pleasantly surprised that they refunded the second ticket. The food and location were amazing, as was the meetings with the maiko and watching them dance. I wish there was a translator during your meeting with them. Since there wasn't, I only spent about 3-5 mins with each maiko whereas the tables of Japanese guests spent as much as 15 minutes with each of them. Otherwise, it was amazing.
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| Packages: | Beef Shabu Shabu Hot Pot Course |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/24 |
Reviewed by: Ism Shovan
This experience is truly unforgettable :)
Amazing food, amazing performance, amazon country. A Must Do if you're in Kyoto.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/26 |
Reviewed by: Stuart
I thought this was a great experience...I was really only here for the maiko dance, even though I enjoyed the meal & gardens.
I really enjoyed talking to the maiko after the dance and feel that it's something I'll really remember from my trip!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/11 |
Reviewed by: All
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).
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/01 |
Reviewed by: Ariel
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.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/19 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
We had a very pleasant experience for that night, the dance show was good and the hotel they took us for dinner was in a very nice setting with a nice Japanese Garden. However, it was very dark to take pictures. The night view on the peak in Kyoto summarize our trip nicely.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Anthony
Very detailed and specific directions helped easily locate and sort out the tickets which was great for us english speakers. The whole experience was worth it. The maiko was unforgettable to meet, the staff very helpful and the night view was spectacular.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/05/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Kit
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
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/05/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/27 |
Reviewed by: Soraia
Very well organized trip! Interesting dinner (traditional) and we enjoyed the maiko show.
BEAUTIFUL gardens!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/23 |
Reviewed by: Nori
I loved this. The Dinner was delicious and the show was mesmerizing, the Maiko was so cute! I definitely recommend this, great value for your money :)
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/15 |
Reviewed by: Monica and Thomas
The overall experience was great. Highlight of our journey. The location was gorgeous, food wonderful and the maiko really nice and friendly. We felt transported into the past. Will definetly do it again!
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| Packages: | Lunch Plan |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/05/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/02 |
Reviewed by: Alan Hon
The performance is good, dinner too. Garden is pretty to see. Night view is beautiful. Value for money.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/05/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Paul and Marie
We booked the private Maiko dinner to end our day long tour of beautiful Kyoto. What a wonderful experience. We were escorted to a private tea house where we were warmly met and welcomed. We were placed in a beautiful room with tatami seating and lovely Japanese screens. This was booked as a completely private experience which made this all the more special. We were soon met by a lovely Maiko who entertained us with three lovely dances. Just gorgeous. Following her performance, she joined us in conversation while we enjoyed a most delicious authentic kaiseki dinner and sake! The two hours went by all too fast! Via our private guide who served as our interpreter, we all enjoyed the company of this poised young lady. She embodied Japanese culture at its best! This was truly a one-of-a-kind experience; definitely the highlight of our trip to Japan. This opportunity should not be missed!
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| Packages: | Dinner Plan |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/19 |
Reviewed by: Scott
We weren't sure what to expect with this dinner as it's a very reasonable cost we had low expectations, however were very pleasantly suprised. The hosts at Shozan were very friendly and accomodating and the food was lovely and traditional.
The arrival of our Maiko was announced and she danced so beautifully allowing the the rare opportunity for a photo with her even a few questions, followed by a walk in the gardens.
The bus tour allowed us an insight into places for us to visit in the following days.
Thanks for a great evening!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Clive
Out of my expectation for that value of money. for the price you are unable to find the service in Gion and i was surprised by all the events organised by them.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/05 |
Reviewed by: Sharmila
The Maiko dinner and show was Exquisite.
If travelling to Kyoto it must not be missed as the meal was a reflection of perfect Kyoto cuisine and to meet and see a Maiko performance is a lifetime experience.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/24 |
Reviewed by: Val
We were very pleased with the wonderful dinner set out ready for our arrival. I am vegetarian but could not organise prior notice, so the hostess explained the food types and which were suitable for me. Three of our party are elderly and stools were quickly provided for them. The Maiko was exquisite and performed two dances with opportunity for photos at the end. The walk through the gardens was like a magical forest.
We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and highly recommend as an insight into Japanese culture
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/04/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/08 |
Reviewed by: Annie
Not so impressed. If you just want to meet a maiko, it is okay. Nothing special. Food is average too. Select a better package!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/29 |
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 |
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.
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| Packages: | Kaiseki Dinner and Maiko Entertainment Plan |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/12/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/29 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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.
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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 |
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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