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[KKday Exclusive] Kyoto, Japan | An Orthodox Tea Ceremony Experience with a Maiko
[KKday Exclusive] Kyoto, Japan | An Orthodox Tea Ceremony Experience with a Maiko
[KKday Exclusive] Kyoto, Japan | An Orthodox Tea Ceremony Experience with a Maiko
[KKday Exclusive] Kyoto, Japan | An Orthodox Tea Ceremony Experience with a Maiko
[KKday Exclusive] Kyoto, Japan | An Orthodox Tea Ceremony Experience with a Maiko

[KKday Exclusive] Kyoto, Japan | An Orthodox Tea Ceremony Experience with a Maiko

Japan-Kyoto
Duration:2 hour(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Book now KKday Exclusive! A tea ceremony experience with a maiko. Maiko originated in the Gion area of Kyoto. It is called Maiko in Japanese and is one of the representatives of the most traditional Japanese culture. It will no longer be a dream to meet a real maiko face to face. You can wear a Japanese kimono, interact with a maiko in person, and experience the tea ceremony culture together.
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Product Info

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- Features of the itinerary -

・Wear a kimono and experience the most authentic Japanese tea ceremony!
・Special bonus: Accompanied by a professional guide, 30-minute walk in Gion ・Close contact with real maikos, you can chat and take pictures


－ Travel Information－

・Meeting time: 14:30 / 15:30
・Meeting address: 576, 3F, south side of Gion-cho, Higashi-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Prefecture
・Travel length: about 120 minutes ・Usable target: only 4 years old and above ・How to get there: Keihan "Gion Shijo" Station Exit 6, walk for about 3 minutes


－Itinerary introduction－

"Maiko Experience Hall" reproduces the scenes of ancient Japanese people swimming under the cherry blossom trees, enjoying tea, flowers, and maiko. Not only can you wear Japanese kimono (yukata in summer), you can talk with real maiko up close, take pictures, etc. Interaction, as well as classic maiko performances and tea ceremony experience, make your trip to Kyoto unique!


-An Introduction-

・Tea Ceremony Experience with a Maiko ①Wear an elegant kimono (yukata in summer), with hair accessories and hair braiding ②A real Maiko demonstrates the tea ceremony process and etiquette (English translation accompanied)
③Experience the spirit and meaning of Japanese tea ceremony in person ④Enjoy wagashi, matcha and other snacks ⑤Teach tea ceremony in a special Edo tea room ⑥Interact, talk and take photos with maiko ⑦Appreciate traditional maiko performances minute walk to Gion


- Important Information -

・This experience is only available for those aged 4 and over. Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one parent.
・If you have special food allergies, please make a note when ordering.
・Photography is allowed in the museum.
・On-site participation will be accompanied by an English interpreter.
・Participate in "Special Bonus: Accompanied by a professional guide, 30-minute walk in Gion", you can go out in kimono and yukata.


－ Exchange method－

Present the KKday e-voucher to the on-site staff

What You Can Expect

Duration: 2 hour(s)

1 Day

  • Meet a Japanese maiko face to face
    Meet a Japanese maiko face to face
  • Demonstrate the tea ceremony process and etiquette by a real maiko
    Demonstrate the tea ceremony process and etiquette by a real maiko
  • Learn the tea ceremony and taste authentic Japanese traditional matcha.
    Learn the tea ceremony and taste authentic Japanese traditional matcha.
  • Wear an elegant kimono and experience the spirit of the Japanese tea ceremony for yourself
    Wear an elegant kimono and experience the spirit of the Japanese tea ceremony for yourself
  • Interact, chat, and take photos with maikos
    Interact, chat, and take photos with maikos
  • Guided tour of Maiko Experience Hall
    Guided tour of Maiko Experience Hall
  • Collection of Maiko Experience Hall
    Collection of Maiko Experience Hall

Important Info

Includes/Excludes

  • Kimono rental
  • Tea ceremony teaching
  • Matcha, wagashi
  • English translation
  • maiko show
  • Other expenses not mentioned

Reminders

  • Please arrive 10 minutes in advance according to the scheduled session. If you are late for more than half an hour without reason, it will be deemed as a cancellation of the experience and no refund will be given. Please note.

  • The wagashi to be paired with matcha on that day will be determined by the tea room owner according to the season and cannot be specified.

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

Validity Period

  • The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Meeting Point

Location Name: assembly point

Address: Geisha Experience Gion MAIKO CHAYA 576-3 Gionmachi Minamigawa Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Japan

Experience Location

Location Name: experience location

Address: Geisha Experience Gion MAIKO CHAYA 576-3 Gionmachi Minamigawa Higashiyama Ward Kyoto Japan

Cancellation Policy

  • For cancellations 4 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
  • For cancellations 2 to 3 day(s) before the selected date, a cancellation fee of 60% will apply
  • For cancellations 0 to 1 day(s) before the selected date, a cancellation fee of 100% will apply
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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