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Kyoto Kounji Temple: 90-min Geisha (Maiko) Experience
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Kyoto Kounji Temple: 90-min Geisha (Maiko) Experience

1.5 hours
Kyoto
€177.54/person
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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) Lost, stolen or damaged tickets can't be refunded Be aware that the approval of reschedules, amendments or refunds are subject to availability Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all
  • Admission to: Koun-ji Temple
  • English / Japanese-speaking guide
  • Refreshments

Not included: Hotel pick up and drop off; Transport; Other personal expenses; Tips and gratuities

Meeting point: Address Koun-ji Temple Address: 59 Nanzenji Kitanobocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8446 Please refer to the map for assistance

Ticket: Voucher type - Present your mobile voucher - Present your voucher in the app

Overview

Our 90-minute Geisha (Maiko) Experience Event takes place at Kounji Temple, a 13th century Zen temple and Japanese garden located conveniently by Nanzenji Temple. This temple is ordinarily closed to the public, so don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! What to expect: Two traditional dances Learn and play two traditional Japanese parlor games (zashiki) with the maiko! Take pictures with the maiko in a traditional Japanese tatami room! Entry to ordinarily closed Kounji temple and garden Q&A with English-speaking guide/interpreter Small group size (max 10 participants) What is a Maiko? Maiko are apprentice geisha, easily distinguished by their colorful clothing, makeup, and elaborate hairstyles!

Highlights

Watch two traditional dances!
Play traditional Japanese parlor games with a Maiko!
Take photos with a Maiko in a temple and Japanese garden!
Meet one of only fifty active working Maiko in Kyoto!
Enter a 13th century Zen temple ordinarily closed to the public!
Small group size (max 10 participants)
90 minutes — plenty of time to get to know the maiko, ask questions, play traditional Japanese parlor games, and take pictures!
English-speaking guide and interpreters!

What's included

Admission to: Koun-ji Temple
English / Japanese-speaking guide
Refreshments

What's not included

Hotel pick up and drop off
Transport
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

Meeting point

Address Koun-ji Temple Address: 59 Nanzenji Kitanobocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8446 Please refer to the map for assistance

Kōunji Temple

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 48 hours' notice.

Additional info

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Photos are allowed throughout the show, but please refrain from taking videos. Uploading pictures of/with the maiko to a personal or private social media accounts is allowed, but we kindly ask that you refrain from posting pictures to large influencer or business social media accounts. Please wear or bring socks, as you’ll be asked to remove your shoes before entering the temple. Please refrain from bringing large luggage and bags. Please be respectful and refrain from touching or grabbing the maiko, her clothing, or her hair, including during photo time.
Departure: Meet the operator at 12:45. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Koun-ji Temple, Enter the temple, Maiko show begins and lasts 90 minutes. [Return] 14:30 - 14:45, at [Gates of Koun-ji Temple,]() Day {num}
Participants must be aged 10+ to participate in this activity
There is no luggage storage facility at the venue Prohibitions & Limitations Videography / Flash photography is/are strictly prohibited inside the attraction Pets are prohibited What to bring Socks
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Booking limitations Unfortunately, this venue is not wheelchair accessible.

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