Reviewed by: Neeuqia
It was simply amazing. The maiko-san prepared a tea ceremony with grace and poise followed by a fan dance.
The best part for me was when we got to speak to her and take photos.
She shared a lot about the maiko and geiko culture and traditions.
I still cant believe we managed to take photos with a real geisha.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/05/16 |
Activity Date: | 2016/04/18 |
Reviewed by: Valentina and Marina
We had a great time with Maiko! Watching tea ceremony and Maiko dance was very interesting and having a conversation with Tomitsuyo-san helped us to better understand the art of Geiko and Maiko! Thank you so much!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/04/18 |
Activity Date: | 2016/03/28 |
Reviewed by: Luchi Villarica
Among all our cultural activities in Japan, the tea time with Maiko is the most memorable. Although they only serve the guest one type of tea and traditional Japanese sweets per guest, the experience was still memorable. Guests first witness how tea is produced from scratch by the Maiko and this is followed by any traditional dance number. The Maiko's elegance and grace is perfectly showcased. Her business mother is also very adept at explaining basic facts about the Maiko and the Geisha's way of life. The last part of the tea time is an interview with the Maiko wherein guests can ask questions.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/04/06 |
Activity Date: | 2016/03/23 |
Reviewed by: David
We want to thank Veltra for their efforts to find a Maiko available to meet with us for the making of tea, dance, chat and photo opportunity. This was done at short notice and in peak season when other agencies were not able to help. The event itself was very memorable. It would have helped if the person who oversaw activities at the tea house explained what was going to happen and when we would know it would conclude.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/04/04 |
Activity Date: | 2016/03/31 |
Reviewed by: Rob Lowe
It has been one of my life ambitions to have a Tea Ceremony with a Geiko/Maiko in Kyoto and it exceeded my expectations in every way.
The booking system with Veltra was simple and easy although it took a few days to get confirmation of the booking from the venue itself.
The directions to the Tea House were perfect (especially required with the nature of the Gion area of Kyoto with so many small back streets) and the greeting by the Okasan of the Gion Tomikiku Ochaya (Tea House) was pleasant and informative and she gave us lots of information all through the time of the visit, in good English.
The Tea Ceremony and Dance by the Maiko (Tomitsuyu) was beautiful and exquisite and we had the chance to speak to her for some time after the formalities were over. Tomitsuyu spoke perfect English and was very patient and honest with all the 'obvious' questions we asked of her, which I am sure she has been asked many times before.
There were plenty of opportunities for pictures and videos during the entire visit, which were in fact encouraged by the Okasan and the whole experience was designed to ensure the customer was happy with the event.
The dedication that Tomitsuyu has and the training required to perform so perfectly is a credit to such a young girl and we were in slight awe of the commitment is takes to take such a path in life.
The whole experience will live with me for the rest of my life and was definitely worth the wait and I would recommend anyone who is interested in this to make it a priority during your visit to Kyoto. You will not regret it.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/02/15 |
Activity Date: | 2016/02/12 |
Reviewed by: Ozfamily
Our family of three had a wonderful experience with the Maiko - green tea and sweets were served in a traditional tea ceremony, our Maiko performed a beautiful dance, talked with us at our table about her life as a Maiko in Kyoto, and then allowed us to have photographs taken with her both inside and outside the venue. Our 13 y.o. son was fascinated and very impressed with the experience, as were we. Highly recommended!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/13 |
Reviewed by: 海老実
舞妓さんと色々お話しでき、お座敷遊びも体験できました。シンガポールからの友達夫婦も初めての経験に大興奮、大満足。
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Packages: | 旧プラン(現在はお申し込みいただけません。) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/12/31 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/28 |
Reviewed by: HHHH
We have small children and wanted to introduce them to both tea time and Maiko traditions. This was perfect. They could try things, or not, participate or not. they were engaged. Everyone loved this. It was worth the splurge.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/12/07 |
Activity Date: | 2015/06/13 |
Reviewed by: ぷちむ
外国人の友人と三人で体験しました。祇園会館近くのこじんまりした風情あるお茶屋さんで現地集合・解散です。舞妓さんは祇園東の富多愛さん。お茶屋に入ると見習いの女性(?)に京言葉で案内され、お茶菓子をもてなされます。ほどなく舞妓さんが登場。三人それぞれにお茶をたててくださいました。踊りも一曲披露していただき、歓談タイムでも楽しくお話できました。丁寧で可愛らしい舞妓さんで、外国人の友人はもちろん私も大満足の内容でした。
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Packages: | 旧プラン(現在はお申し込みいただけません。) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/11/28 |
Activity Date: | 2015/11/26 |
Reviewed by: Mark Anderson
I used VELTRA so that my partner and I could experience teatime with a Maiko (trainee Geiko) when we visited Gion, Kyoto. Finding Tomikiku, the actual teahouse, on the street was a little hard (a few pictures of the teahouse itself on the VELTRA site would be helpful), since all the signage is in Japanese, naturally, but once there the actual experience was incredible. The owner of the teahouse was a lovely lady who talked us through the ceremony and explained the history of the Geisha. The Maiko herself, by the name of Tomitsuyu, was elegant and refined, and, once she had come out of formal Maiko deportment, was a delight to talk with. My partner and I left the teahouse feeling we had experienced a bit of old Japan, something few others ever have.
The only thing that marred the experience was that, perhaps through no fault of her own, the owner of the teahouse had double-booked the experience through another operator. She was very sorry and asked if we would mind sharing the experience with the English family who arrived shortly after us. Since it was an experience of a lifetime we didn't feel we could turn them away, so they joined us.
My point in explaining that occurrence is that when I explained this to VELTRA they were incredibly understanding and sorry, refunding us half of the cost of the experience. I've rarely had customer service so good, anywhere, so if you are thinking of using VELTRA, perhaps for the first time, and you're not sure, don't be: this is a company that looks after its customers well. I know, having looked at their other experiences, that I will be using VELTRA again.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/11/03 |
Activity Date: | 2015/10/19 |
Reviewed by: Steve Freeman
Great trip, very organised and informative. We had a brilliant experience, the guide was excellent, knowledgeable, told us all the local history and where best to go. Keiko was very polite, friendly and kept us very safe on the roads. We highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting Kyoto. What a beautiful place to visit.
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Packages: | Standard Plan |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/09/24 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/22 |
Reviewed by: KuangYueh
It is like
If you have an icon
You will do just like me
Being supportive
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/09/16 |
Activity Date: | 2015/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Enchanted
Once in a lifetime experience in old Gion, Kyoto. The simple setting was perfect. The Maiko prepared tea for us, danced, and played a drinking game. Enchanting. We talked with her afterwards......just a lovely experience
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/08/31 |
Activity Date: | 2015/08/05 |
Reviewed by: KuangYueh
My sister
Hope You Could
Stay longer and better
No matter
Where you stand
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/08/31 |
Activity Date: | 2015/08/29 |
Reviewed by: Meera
Not only were we the only two people at the tea house, but we had the maiko and tea house owner all to ourselves to chat with!!!
The maiko herself was so friendly. She performed a tea ceremony with such grace, with an accompanying explanation from the tea house owner. She then performed a small dance (again, an interpretation for the dance was offered by the tea house owner).
We then had time to just talk to the maiko. She was not only obliging to take pictures, but she made a genuine attempt to speak as much English to us. She seemed to enjoy talking about her favorite music, books and activities - she even taught us a few traditional dance moves!
Everyone was very welcoming, and the tea and sweets were delicious! I would recommend this to anyone who is fascinated with maiko and geiko culture, as it's sure to impress every time!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/08/16 |
Activity Date: | 2015/08/14 |
Reviewed by: 田中利男
台湾の大切な友人と参りました。
彼女はもちろん私も初めての体験なので、前日から気もそぞろの状態でした。
当日は、女将の温かなおもてなしを頂戴するなど和やかな雰囲気のもと、お茶屋の歴史などについてお話を頂戴し、徐々に気持ちがほぐれていきました。
そして、富多愛さん(舞妓さん)の点てていただいたお抹茶をいただき、舞を堪能し、更にはお話しもできるなど、本当に価値のある豊かな時間を過ごすことができました。
富多愛さんと彼女と一緒に写した写真は宝物です。また、秋に伺います。
有難うございました。
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Packages: | 旧プラン(現在はお申し込みいただけません。) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/07/31 |
Activity Date: | 2015/07/30 |
Reviewed by: 鈴木律
現地に着いた時、「本当にこの場所なのかな?」と不安になりました。勇気を振り絞ってベルを鳴らすと、とても腰の低い女性が出迎えてくれました。最初色んな興味深い(お茶とか)説明をしてもらい、いざ舞妓さん登場!いやぁ、きれいでした!お茶をたててもらい、その後舞(?)を披露。その後はしばし雑談や「金比羅船々」でお遊び。写真も自由に撮影できましたし、とても有意義な時間を過ごせました。じつは彼女、グーグルでも名前が出る程の有名人でした。いやぁ、楽しかった!!
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Packages: | 旧プラン(現在はお申し込みいただけません。) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/07/10 |
Activity Date: | 2015/07/08 |
Reviewed by: beate
祇園のお茶屋さんの二階、華やかさはないものの風情があり、わずかな時間お茶屋文化に触れることができました。
お薄のお点前と舞を披露いただいた後、舞妓さん(富多愛さん)とお話しできました。舞妓さんの生活や風習についてお話は興味深いものでした。気節ごとに着物、帯はもちろんかんざしのモチーフも決まっているそうです(添付写真は7月の団扇)。
便利で快適が優先の世の中で、伝統文化を守っていらしゃる方たちの存在をまじかに見ることができ、貴重な経験をさせていただきました。
お座敷遊びも初体験。楽しかったです。
お座敷でも玄関先でもたくさん写真を撮らせていただきました。
外国の方も喜ばれるでしょうが、むしろ細やかなディティールやバックグラウンドを感じることができる日本人にこそお勧めしたいです。
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Packages: | 旧プラン(現在はお申し込みいただけません。) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/07/10 |
Activity Date: | 2015/07/07 |
Reviewed by: Hns
We weren't expecting anything other than a tea session so we were totally caught by surprise when we reached Gion Kaikan and were asked if we would mind being part of a documentary on maikos for Tokyo's TV Asahi! The house mother was incredibly warm and hospitable and the maiko was very beautiful and entertaining. She also indulged our questions and played a little game with each of us at the end. The whole experience was amazing from start to finish. It's a privilege to be able to book such experiences given the exclusivity of maikos and geikos. Well worth every cent spent!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/04/13 |
Reviewed by: おかちゃん
日頃お茶屋さんとは全く縁がない京都の人間14名でお邪魔しました。
2階のお座敷で待つこと暫し、舞妓さんがしずしずと姿を見せました。その歩く姿、立ち振る舞いの美しさに圧倒されました。まず最初にお茶をたててもらいましたが、やはりその所作には見入るばかりでした。舞妓さんの華やかさと所作の様式美を目にして、気分がどんどん高揚していきます。
「祇園小唄」の舞を見せていただいた後に、フリートークの時間がありましたが、私たちはそれを機に堅さが徐々にほぐれて和やかな時を過ごすことができました。舞妓さんもこの時には、私たちが尋ねる舞妓やお茶屋に関するあらゆる質問に、丁寧にそして笑顔を浮かべながら答えていただき、とても和やかな時間を過ごすことができました。
最後に簡単なお茶屋遊びを教えてもらって、しばらくその遊びに興じました。さすがに舞妓さんはお茶屋遊びのプロ、誰も歯が立ちませんでした。
お茶屋を後にする時には私たちの姿が見えなくなるまで舞妓さんにずっと見送っていただくなど、最後の最後までおもてなしを感じることができました。
ありがとうございました。
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Packages: | 旧プラン(現在はお申し込みいただけません。) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/03/09 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/02 |
Reviewed by: kamota
It would be too tough on us to walk around all the way. We had a nice breakfast at a cafe off the main road, and then took a break at nearby the main temple gate, having bought red-bean rice balls from a famous store which will usually is sold out in the morning. It was very fun. I think we covered quite a lot of ground.
By the way, more information on the bike parking lots would be appreciated.
<Translated by Veltra.com>
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/02 |
Reviewed by: MITと愉快な仲間たち
観光してもらうのなら本場京都の舞妓さん・芸妓さんを観てもらいたい!、
そう思って調べるうちに本ツアーに巡り合うことができました。
一般的に、一見さんお断り、費用がかかる、がネックですが本ツアーではそれらを踏まえて
どなたでも受け入れていただけました。
お茶に始まり、踊り、質問タイム、遊び、記念撮影(ツアー中は撮影自由でした。素晴らしい!)
と盛りだくさんの内容でたいへん良い思い出になりました。
富菊のお母さん、富つゆさんこの度のホスピタリティに感謝申し上げます。。
お二人の英語が非常にお上手で、海外のお客さんがより一層喜んでいました。
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Packages: | 旧プラン(現在はお申し込みいただけません。) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/02/01 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/30 |
Reviewed by: nashi
I (Japanese) and two of my non-Japanese friends participated in the plan.
A house mother explained a tea ceremony in English, but other than that, she expected me to interpret.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2014/12/08 |
Activity Date: | 2014/11/28 |
Reviewed by: kamota
歩きでの観光は限界がありますので、今回の自転車での観光は快適でした。道を少し入った所の喫茶店でモーニングをしたり、午前中には売り切れてしまうというおはぎを購入して、山門の駐輪場に自転車をとめて、おはぎでほっと一息!
楽しかったです。
結構走りました。あっ!でも駐輪場の情報がもう少し欲しかったです。
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Packages: | 銀輪(ハイクラス) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2014/12/01 |
Activity Date: | 2014/11/23 |
Reviewed by: 桂k.k
55歳になったので、高校の同級生5人で京都旅行。京都らしい企画をと思い、幹事の私は何かないかと探していたのですが。どこもちょっとお値段が…。これは良かったです、お茶の後、祇園小唄の舞を鑑賞。ゆっくりお話しして、記念の写真もとり放題。最後はお見送りまでしていただきました。料金も安い、ちょっと古いお茶屋さんですが、堪能しました。
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Packages: | 旧プラン(現在はお申し込みいただけません。) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2014/10/18 |
Activity Date: | 2014/09/23 |
Reviewed by: M3IS
This was our 1st trip to Kyoto and we were eagerly seeking cultural experience with the famous Geiko (Geisha) and tea ceremony. It was definitely a right choice as we could have the tea ceremony in a traditional tea house, with a Maiko making tea and danced for us, and played traditional dinner games with us. We also have plenty of time to take photos with the Maiko, individually and in group. We were also given plenty of time to ask the Maiko and the tea house lady, "the way of Maiko/ Geiko", which is very insightful to Japanese culture. The Maiko that we had was very pretty and danced very well, and as formal as they might look, she was actually very friendly indeed. The kids loved it too, especially the game part. Worth every dollar and would rate it as a must do activity in Kyoto.
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Packages: | 4 people |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2014/10/01 |
Activity Date: | 2014/09/29 |
Reviewed by: Renata
The tour was really good! we enjoyed it very much. The only thing I'd say is that for a moment there, the English translator stepped out of the room leaving us to talk to the maiko in Japanese. I think she did that because she saw I could speak a little Japanese, but my mother, who didn't, was kind of lost - I had to try to make conversation with the maiko and translate it myself for my mother. But it was only for a few minutes and I'm sure you can ask for the translator to stay with you the whole time. The explanations were very thorough and interesting and they answered every question we had. They were really kind and nice. we enjoyed it very much! I recommend!!!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2014/09/20 |
Activity Date: | 2014/08/28 |
Reviewed by: London Visitor
A great experience that I would recommend to others. An opportunity to learn more about this historic way of life.
The time was well managed and gave us time to watch the Maiko perform and talk to us.
The Maiko we met had excellent English.
My advise would be, take photos but also give yourself time to enjoy the experience. It is unusual to be able to visit in a traditional tea house. Other friends who have been to Kyoto are quite envious of this opportunity.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2014/05/04 |
Activity Date: | 2014/04/08 |
Reviewed by: Andrew
Very insightful into the history and lifestyle.
Would definitely go again :-)
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2014/02/23 |
Activity Date: | 2014/01/31 |
Reviewed by: けんさん
会社の観光旅行のスケジュールの一つとして、利用させていただきましたが、女将さんの人柄も良く、また舞妓さんも綺麗で本当に一生懸命対応して頂き、みんなとても喜んでいました。ありがとうございました。今度は海外からのお客様が来られた時にも是非案内したいと思いました。
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Packages: | 旧プラン(現在はお申し込みいただけません。) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2014/02/16 |
Activity Date: | 2014/01/20 |
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