15 Best Kyoto Geisha & Maiko Shows

“Absolutely amazing experience! We dressed up with plenty of help, took some photos and then began the tea ceremony experience. We learned so much and had An amazing time!”

“Kenta was very engaging and personable! He has a great respect for his community and the Geiko, Meiko history. The food and event was wonderful! I recommend the experience!”

“Really good up close and personal visit to see and learn about Geisha's. It was very informative and lots of photo opportunities to take photos of and with. Traditional show given too which was fabulous. Highly recommend.”

“When you want to pack a lot into a day in Kyoto, this is a great option. It’s authentic, it doesn’t compromise on quality, but it’s short enough to add to a busy itinerary.”

“I thoroughly enjoy the walking tour and the performance. You really get the essence of Kyoto only through tour like this! Highly recommend it!!”

“It was a very beautiful experience, both the guide and the maiko Kanoshizu-san did a wonderful job. It's about an hour long and worth watching!”

“We had ourselves and kids and we all had a great time. Not formal like a tea ceremony but you got to hear directly from the Maiko, play games with her and ask questions.”

“Really good! Just the place was not so easy to find, so you want to take a time for that.”

“This was the highlight of our time in Kyoto. The evening started with a walk around the area, pointing out some hidden gems such as the school timetable which we would never have found on our own. Then dinner at a local restaurant with Read…”

“We had a wonderful Tea Ceremony with a lovely Maiko. She graciously poured our sake and demonstrated the proper way of making and drinking the delicious Matcha tea. She responded thoughtfully to our questions and was very informative of the life of a Maiko and…”

“This was one of the best things we did in Kyoto. My wife loved it. The process felt very authentic to her and the kimono was elaborate and ornate. The makeup artist and stylist did a fantastic job and allowed her color and style choices.…”

“Both my sister and I enjoyed our Maiko makeover and photo shoot experiences. They are all so nice and friendly at the studio, and treated us well. The kimonos are so beautiful. We couldn’t believe how many steps were needed to put on a kimono…”

“What a unique experience watching the Kyomai dance! The Gion art museum is pretty special too…an enriching experience.”

“We loved the experience with the maikosan, the description of the Gion city and different district. Our guide was excellent.”

“Amazing experience. The Maiko’s performance was beautiful and graceful, and Ai was a wonderful guide. She explained everything clearly and made sure everyone enjoyed the show. It was a memorable way to experience Kyoto’s culture. Highly recommended—thank you, Ai!”