Gion’s shows give you maiko and geiko dance without the price of a private dinner. Several pair the performance with a walk through the district first, so you’ve seen the teahouses before you watch the dance.
Explore Kyoto’s Gion district with a cultural walk, watch Maiko performances, and enjoy authentic meals. An enriching, small-group experience for culture lovers.
Most Popular★ 5.0“This was one of our highlights of our trip to be this close to a Geisha and learn about the history and culture behind it. We got to take pictures, sit and eat with her and watch her perform. AWE-mazing!!! We’re asked not to share…”
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518 reviews3 hours - 210 minutesFrom $108by Ken's Tours Kyoto
Unveil the mesmerizing world of Geisha in Gion, Japan. Discover their captivating arts and immerse yourself in a cultural journey like no other.
★ 5.0“Highly recommend! Wonderful experience exploring geiko and maiko history and culture in a small group of eight. When the elegant maiko arrived, we enjoyed an engaging Q&A that gave real insight into her world. Ken, our excellent guide, explained, translated, and hosted beautifully.”
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483 reviewsFrom $121.37by Ken's Tours Kyoto
Discover Kyoto’s cultural heart with the Geiko Maiko Dance & Gion Museum tour—featuring graceful performances, exquisite exhibits, and authentic insights into Gion traditions.
★ 4.6“It was amazing, the duration of the show is about 15 minutes, including 2 dances. After you can stay at the museum as long as you want”
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415 reviews15 minFrom $25by Gion Kagai Art Museum
Nowhere else can you immerse yourself in the captivating world of geisha culture with an exclusive show and traditional Japanese game experience.
★ 5.0“This was a bucket list item fulfilled. I always been fascinated by the Giesha and wanted to attend a show and see them live. We enjoyed the Maiko show thoroughly and I even got to play a game with the maiko and beat her as…”
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129 reviewsFrom $124.21by GuideMe Japan
Experience Kyoto’s elegant geisha culture with a live Kyomai dance at Gion, plus explore traditional exhibits — all for just $20 and about 20 minutes of your time.
★ 5.0“It was the perfect duration of performance for us. About 20 min long and the geiko museum was very informative for who want to spend more time knowing about geiko and Maiko traditions. And each show accommodates about 40-50 people, so everyone can see the…”
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65 reviewsFrom $20by Gion Kagai Art Museum -Kyomai Dance Performance by Maiko Geiko- Kyoto
Discover Kyoto’s Gion district with a small-group tour featuring a Maiko show, cultural insights, and a traditional fan game for an authentic experience.
★ 5.0“Ai was such a lovely guide. She showed me spots I didn't find even after doing my own research. And the maiko show was amazing and fun. I will cherish this memory forever.”
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65 reviews2 hoursFrom $108by GuideMe Japan
Walk Gion with a local guide, learn about geiko traditions, then meet a maiko for a dance, questions and a Japanese meal or tea.
★ 4.9“What a wonderful experience, throughly enjoyed and would highly recommend this tour”
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16 reviewsFrom $109.09