Meet a Kyoto geisha or maiko for a private tea ceremony and dance. Exclusively for your party, with kimono wearing and dressing included.
Share a tea ceremony and traditional dance with a Kyoto geisha or maiko in a private room, with English interpretation. A memorable experience for couples, families and special occasions.
Your room is private; other areas of the venue are shared with other guests.
Choose your kimono with dressing assistance included for the ceremony and performance. No separate kimono rental booking is needed.
A geisha or maiko demonstrates the traditional ceremony, with an interpreter to help you follow each step.
Prepare your own bowl of matcha using traditional utensils and enjoy seasonal Japanese wagashi.
Enjoy a short dance in a traditional Japanese room, with explanations of the clothing, movements and symbolism.
Ask questions about Kyoto geisha culture and take commemorative photos with your host after the performance.
Our English-speaking staff introduce the traditions and help you communicate with the geisha or maiko.
Meet our staff and choose your kimono before entering the private room for your session.
Watch the demonstration, enjoy wagashi and learn to prepare matcha with guidance from your host and interpreter.
Watch a traditional performance, then ask questions and capture a memory together at the designated photo time.
Geisha events have a special cancellation policy. Please read the Cancellation Policy before booking.
The building is a registered tangible cultural property in Japan.
MAIKOYA has multiple branches. Please confirm this address before your visit. Arriving at another branch may shorten your time with the geisha.
Yes. The tea ceremony and performance take place in a private room for your party. Other areas of the facility remain shared spaces.
Please allow approximately 90–120 minutes, including kimono dressing. Your appointment time is the start of dressing; the tea ceremony usually begins around 30 minutes later.
Yes. Kimono wearing and dressing assistance are included in this private plan for your tea ceremony and performance. You do not need to book a separate kimono rental. Please contact us in advance if you have questions about fit or comfort.
You can take commemorative photos with the geisha or maiko after the ceremony and performance. Please follow the host’s guidance during the session. Please do not film the full ceremony or dance; ask permission before taking short personal videos at the designated photo time.
No. Chairs and tables can be provided upon request. Please let us know if you would prefer this seating.
Children aged 7 and older may participate. Children under 7 cannot enter the tea ceremony venue.
Please contact us in advance with your dietary requirements so that we can discuss the wagashi served during your visit.
Experience the enchanting world of geishas in Kyoto at Geisha Show & Experience GION MAIKOYA, located in the heart of Gion, just steps from Hanamikoji Street. Our historic, government-protected teahouse, complete with a beautiful Japanese garden, offers authentic geisha encounters reminiscent of the 1800s, providing a unique glimpse into this captivating tradition. Maikoya offers a variety of immersive cultural experiences, including captivating geisha shows, elegant geisha tea ceremonies, unforgettable geisha dinner shows, and insightful private Gion tours exploring the history of geiko and maiko. Conveniently located near popular Higashiyama attractions like Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Yasaka Shrine, and Sannenzaka, Maikoya is the perfect destination for those seeking an enriching cultural experience. Whether you're looking for geisha tickets, want to learn more about geisha in Kyoto, or simply wish to experience the atmosphere of a traditional geisha tea house in Gion, Maikoya provides an unparalleled opportunity to connect with Japanese culture.
ADDRESS ( google map ): 100, Rokurocho, Matsubara-dori Yamatooji Higashiiru, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
email: gion@maikoya.com
