Gion Maiko Tour: Explore Kyoto's Traditional Streets

Discover Gion’s maiko culture with a local guide, stroll traditional streets, and dine in a Kyoto-style restaurant. Unveil secrets of maiko history.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gion-Shijo Station - We will meet here
  • Gion - During our tour, we will stroll through the enchanting streets of Gion, one of Kyoto’s most iconic districts, renowned for its traditional wooden machiya houses and preserved historical charm. As we wander through this cultural hub, your knowledgeable guide will illuminate the mystique surrounding…
What's Included
  • Photos during the tour
  • English-speaking guide
  • All-you-can-drink
  • Maiko Performance
  • Kyoto Style Course Meal
Additional Information

In the birthplace of maiko, Gion, stroll through the traditional streets of Kyoto while learning about the maiko culture from a local guide. After gathering at Gion Shijo Station, the tour will involve walking through the beautiful traditional machiya architecture and streets of Gion, the birthplace of maiko. A local guide will provide explanations…

Location
Kawabatacho
Gion Shijo Station, right outside of Exit 5, in front of Izumo no Okuni Statue Your guide will be holding a board saying "Magical Trip
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Michaelcv4372xf
Mar 25, 2025
Brilliant experience - Great tour, leaned a lot from the guide and experience, the food was high quality with good service and the Maiko was very entertaining!
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Bonnie
Mar 24, 2025
Would do this again and again! Loved it!!! - This experience was more than I had hoped for. Before dinner/leading up to it Josh took us on a tour of the Geiko district and showed us their school, theater, agencies, and told us about the history and architecture of the buildings. He was friendly and knowledgeable and we learned so much! When the Geiko came and spent time with us it was incredibly special and she was gracious and charming. Josh was an excellent translator. It was a beautiful night to remember!!!
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Ckennedy2468
Mar 20, 2025
Lovely Maiko Experience in Kyoto - This was an absolute highlight of my Kyoto trip. I’ve been to Japan three times and be never had the chance to the participate in a Geisha experience. The guide, Hikari was so knowledgeable on the history of the Geishas or Geikos as they are called in Kyoto. Halfway through the dinner, a Maiko - Geiko in training came in the room. She performed two dances, played a game and allowed us to take photos with her. Through Hikari, we were allowed to ask questions about her life and career. If you have the chance to book this tour, do not hesitate, it’s well worth it. The food in restaurant is so delicious too!
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Yauyau17
Mar 20, 2025
Highly recommended tour for those seeking to meet a real Maiko or Geiko! - Amazing experience in historical Kyoto, meeting with a Maiko, seeing her perform, playing a game with her and learning about her life as a Maiko. We also had a wonderful Kaiseki meal in a traditional restaurant and a brief tour of the Gion area. Many thanks to Hikari, who guided and took care of us. Highly recommended tour for those seeking to meet a real Maiko or Geiko! *****
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P6613tnmarineg
Mar 19, 2025
Wonderful! - This is my favorite ride during my trip to Japan. We were able to taste delicious typical dishes then we spent a great quality time with a maiko. She answered all our questions and entertained us. I didn’t see time pass. We had to stop because the restaurant was closing. I recommend this tour with my eyes closed!!
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Andreabh7124cm
Mar 18, 2025
Outstanding Japanese Cultural Experience - This was an amazing experience. The guide was very knowledgeable and took us on a walking tour. Then we went to the restaurant where we had an 8 course meal. We had an opportunity to meet and chat with a Meiko through an interpreter. The meiko was very engaging and interesting to speak with.
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Tour02394401054
Mar 13, 2025
Unique experience in Kyoto - Amazing experience! Traditional Japanese dinner with an amazing guide Josh and a graceful Maiko. Highly recommend!!
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Darcyjcm
Mar 7, 2025
Excellent tour - highlight in Kyoto - Excellent tour with a very friendly and knowledgeable guide. Our evening with the Maiko was the highlight of our time in Kyoto! Wonderful memories Thanks!
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Lsmilburn2019
Mar 5, 2025
Once in a lifetime experience! - One of the best parts of our trip to Japan! This is a dying way of life, so having the opportunity to watch a geisha (geiko) (yes, we got a geisha, not a Maiko!) dance in real life and have an hour to talk with her and ask questions was amazing! Our guide was fantastic too - her English was incredible and so was her knowledge of geisha culture and its evolution. The food is fine, but not the reason to book this experience. Don’t miss this.
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M8783nsshannonb
Mar 25, 2025
Great insight into traditional Japanese culture - Dinner with Maiko and traditional dinner was a lot of fun. Ti was a great guide and host and the Maiko entertainment was mesmerizing. The food at the restaurant was quite good (quite a few courses so come hungry!) and the drinks were free flowing. My favorite part of the evening was playing games with the Maiko. Great activity, especially if you are looking a traditional cultural experience.
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