Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus
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A good introduction to the Kyoto maiko culture at a reasonable price
Easy to create your own itinerary combining with the daytime tours and activities
Capture Memories of Your Kyoto Trip: Commemorative Photos with a Maiko
Enjoy the illuminated Japanese garden and the night view at Higashiyama.
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Absolutely Amazing Night Out Experience!
2024/06/16
Families
Kyoto Dream
A really memorable and amazing experience with this Maiko Dance and dinner tour. We were escorted to a beautiful and spacious dining hall at Shozan Resort Kyoto. It is an incredibly lovely resort with a beautiful Japanese garden. A traditional and a delicious Japanese dinner was served. (Menu: Saki dzuke “appetizer”, Ha sun “ha-sun assortment”, Otsukuri “sliced raw fish”, Ipoin “a dish”, Konami “small saucepan”, Agemono “fried food”, Gohan “rice”, Kounomono “pickle” , Mizumono “dessert”, While we were enjoying our dinner, a stunningly beautiful Maiko (her name is Kimisora, the meaning of her name is dream) came out onto the stage and performed a brief dance. Kimosora san talked about some geisha history and her own stories of how and why she becomes a Maiko. Kimosora san was fascinated about geisha and their stories when she was a kid and determined to become a geisha one day. She is a friendly and sweet and elegant lady. Her English is excellent. She also showed us her extraordinary beautiful kimono and her special makeup and hairdo. Surprisingly we were given an extra long Q and A time (at least 30 mins or so) with her and we could ask any questions. She answered every question attentively and precisely. At the end we could all take several photos with her. (A reminder to myself : never touch the geisha hands or their clothes and this is an absolute respect to a geisha). During the whole meeting I could also take many photos freely. Kimisora san gave us her name card at the end of the dinner. It was a really really wonderful and memorable evening. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who would like to meet a maiko in an extremely relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere. If I ever visit Tokyo in the future I would join this tour again. A great and joyful life experience. My best wishes to Kimisora san and thank you Veltra for making my dream come true.
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Kyoto
Available Sun, Wed, Fri, Sat
English, Japanese, Chinese
Pick-up not available
Dinner
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What to expect
Watch a maiko perform a traditional dance as you enjoy a sumptuous kaiseki Kyoto dinner. Snap a photo with the maiko after the show. Cap the tour with a lovely view of the city from Mt. Higashiyama.
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Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 70.01
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Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 70.01
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Child (Age 6-12)
USD 60.01
Overview
Evening
Available Sun, Wed, Fri, Sat
English, Japanese, Chinese
Without pick-up
Dinner
Inclusions: Dinner / Bus fare / English audio guide / Japanese-speaking guide / Chinese audio guide / Maiko Dinner Show / Korean audio guide / Garden entrance fee
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Start time :
17:20
Check-in at JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Terminal
17:30
Depart from the "OKOSHI" Bus (Kyoto Sightseeing Bus) Boarding Area (Approx.3.5hours.)
Please be sure to exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a bus ticket at the KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Ticket window 10 minutes before the bus departure. It is necessary to have the bus ticket for boarding. Please make sure to arrive on time as the bus will depart as scheduled.
Shozan Garden (90 mins)
Shozan Garden is a vast Japanese garden famous for its seasonal scenery. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere as you walk around.
Kaiseki Style Kyoto Cuisine Dinner
Kaiseki is a Japanese traditional multi-course dinner that consists of a series of small, artistically arranged dishes. Appreciate the exquisite appearance of the food as well as the fine flavors.
Please note drinks are not included in the tour fare.
Maiko Dance Show
Watch as an elegant maiko performs a dance that features all the skills and refinement of an apprentice geisha. Make sure to take pictures with the maiko after the show!
Please note the performance itself will be held in Japanese only.
Night View from Mount Higashiyama or Evening Drive (10 mins)
Gaze at the spectacular views of Kyoto from the top of Mount Higashiyama.
Depending on the weather, the night drive may be rerouted to a drive around the city.
20:25
Drop-offs at the designated hotels near the Kyoto Station
・Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
・Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto
・Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit (Estimated arrival time: around 20:45)
・Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande
・Subway Kujo Station
・Subway Jujo Station
※For hotels near Kyoto Station, it’s convenient to use the Karasuma Exit.
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If you exit from the Central Exit of JR Kyoto Station, it will be on your left hand side (or on your right hand side if you exit from the Shinkansen Central Exit). The bus stop is located in front of the Isetan Department Store. If you are coming by subway, please use Exit 6 at Kyoto Station.
Before boarding, please exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a seat assignment ticket at the ticket counter. You will not be able to board with just the voucher.Location, direction and description
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Please refer to the file below for directions to the boarding point for the Okoshi Bus (in English).
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Please refer to the file below for directions to the boarding point for the Okoshi Bus (in Korean).
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Please refer to the file below for directions to the boarding point for the Okoshi Bus (in Simplified Chinese).
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Please refer to the file below for directions to the boarding point for the Okoshi Bus (in Traditional Chinese).
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- Infants ages 0-5 may join for free, but they will not be getting a separate seat on the bus. If you wish to have a separate seat for infants ages 0-5, please book them as a child.
- Please exchange your voucher for a bus ticket at the bus stop 10 minutes before the bus departure.
*Please note that you will not be able to board with just the voucher. - Please make sure to cancel or change your reservation through VELTRA's My Page.
[In case of cancellation]
My Page > Order history > "Cancel this booking"
*If you cancel after 20:00 the day before, please be sure to contact the emergency contact (reservation center) listed on the voucher by the departure time on the day.
[In case of changes]
My Page > Order history > "Change this booking"
Other requirements
- Vegetarian meals are not available.
Required items to bring & attire
- VELTRA voucher (either printed or displayed on a smartphone or tablet)
Additional notes
- The activity provider is not liable for any accidents that may occur while participants are off the bus.
- Tour schedule is subject to change due to traffic and/or weather conditions.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the bus.
- The Night View may be changed to a drive through the city depending on weather or traffic conditions.
- This tour is operated only in Japanese with some audio commentary on the bus in English, Chinese and Korean.
- The tour starts at JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi Bus Terminal. Joining the tour from Shozan Garden or the middle of the tour is not permitted.
- Drinks are not included in the activity fare and will need to be purchased on site.
- You will be sharing the bus with other Japanese guests.
- Please note that the night view observation at the top of Higashiyama may be changed to a city drive due to weather conditions or traffic circumstances.
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between the booking confirmation date to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of JPY 100 per participant.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Reduction in the number of participants up to 7 days before the participation date: 100 yen per participant.
*Please note that there is no fee for changing the date.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between the booking confirmation date to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of JPY 100 per participant.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Reduction in the number of participants up to 7 days before the participation date: 100 yen per participant.
*Please note that there is no fee for changing the date.
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Restrictions
- Infants ages 0-5 may join for free, but they will not be getting a separate seat on the bus. If you wish to have a separate seat for infants ages 0-5, please book them as a child.
- Please exchange your voucher for a bus ticket at the bus stop 10 minutes before the bus departure.
*Please note that you will not be able to board with just the voucher. - Please make sure to cancel or change your reservation through VELTRA's My Page.
[In case of cancellation]
My Page > Order history > "Cancel this booking"
*If you cancel after 20:00 the day before, please be sure to contact the emergency contact (reservation center) listed on the voucher by the departure time on the day.
[In case of changes]
My Page > Order history > "Change this booking"
Required items to bring & attire
- VELTRA voucher (either printed or displayed on a smartphone or tablet)
Other requirements
- Vegetarian meals are not available.
Additional notes
- The activity provider is not liable for any accidents that may occur while participants are off the bus.
- Tour schedule is subject to change due to traffic and/or weather conditions.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the bus.
- The Night View may be changed to a drive through the city depending on weather or traffic conditions.
- This tour is operated only in Japanese with some audio commentary on the bus in English, Chinese and Korean.
- The tour starts at JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi Bus Terminal. Joining the tour from Shozan Garden or the middle of the tour is not permitted.
- Drinks are not included in the activity fare and will need to be purchased on site.
- You will be sharing the bus with other Japanese guests.
- Please note that the night view observation at the top of Higashiyama may be changed to a city drive due to weather conditions or traffic circumstances.
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Maiko Dance with Dinner & Kyoto Night View Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus
Watch a maiko perform a traditional dance as you enjoy a sumptuous kaiseki Kyoto dinner. Snap a photo with the maiko after the show. Cap the tour with a lovely view of the city from Mt. Higashiyama.
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