Miyako Odori Performance and Gion Walking Tour in Kyoto
ID: GYG1238368-1898580
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Enjoy a classic Kyoto spring experience with Miyako Odori performance tickets included, followed by a relaxed walk through the historic streets of Gion.
This 2.5-hour tour lets you watch Miyako Odori, a famous seasonal dance performed by maiko and geiko (apprentice and professional geisha). “Miyako Odori” means “The dances of the old capital” and has been performed every spring for over 150 years.
After the performance, your guide will take you on an easy-paced walking tour of Gion. With simple, clear English, you’ll learn about maiko training, daily life, customs, and why this tradition still lives on in modern Kyoto.
This tour is ideal for visitors who want to see an authentic performance and understand its cultural background, without difficult explanations or long lectures.
This is a walking tour, and all transportation during the tour is on foot.
Highlights
- This tour offers a rare chance to watch an authentic maiko performance.
- Before the performance, the tour includes a tea ceremony experience.
- With a knowledgeable guide, you can enjoy the performance and the Gion area.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Statue of Izumo-no-Okuni, Kawabatacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0076, Japan
INCLUDED
- Matcha(Tea Ceremony)
- Gion Miyako Odori Performance Ticket
- Licensed English-speaking guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation costs to the meeting point
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
