Gion Tour & Maiko or Geisha Dinner with Licensed Guide Discount Tickets

Overview

Immerse yourself in the charm of traditional Japanese culture with this exclusive 4-hour tour. Explore Gion on a 90-minute guided walk with a licensed guide and learn about the district’s rich history, customs, and traditions. After sightseeing, your guide will accompany you to enjoy a beautifully presented Kaiseki meal and spend time with a Geisha or Maiko in an authentic Kyoto setting. Unlike other tours with shows made specifically for overseas visitors, this tour lets you experience what it’s really like to dine with a Geisha or Maiko. There are no flashy shows or fast dances—just the wabi-sabi of real Kyoto. You can ask questions, speak with the Geisha/Maiko, and join in classic ozashiki asobi (traditional Geisha games). Important Notes: 1: Per local custom, guests are asked to purchase one drink for the Maiko or Geisha. 2: Only one Maiko or Geisha will be arranged for your experience; selection is not available. 3: Please note that music is pre-recorded and not performed live.

Pickup Information

This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs.

Language Offered

Japanese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

Inclusion

Kaiseki dinner at Gion Hayakawa

Meet up with guide on foot at Kyoto Station or local Kyoto Hotel

Maiko or Geisha performance

Licensed English-speaking guide

The first 2 drinks

90 minutes guided tour *walking tour

Exclusion

Date cannot be changed post booking

Any meeting place outside of Kyoto city (Osaka, Nara, Tokyo, etc.)

First two drinks are included in the tour price, but the third onward, there is a charge

Any other personal expenses

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

• 0% refund if cancelled 0+ days before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

You will be seated on the floor for the meal. Should you have back problems, please inform us at the time of booking.

Start time: Your start time for the experience may vary. The estimated time for the experience will be about 90 mins from the tour start.

Please note that bare feet are not permitted. Kindly bring socks.