投稿者: AL R
We weren’t sure what to expect as I did this online before our trip. However, all the reviews are accurate - this was a great experience. The tea house is outside the main Geiko areas in Gion but it’s very easy to find. We ended up having a private event with our family of five and it could not have been better. Our Maiko was very sweet, spoke very good English, and performed a beautiful a dance and tea ceremony. Very happy we booked this event instead of others we saw elsewhere that had larger groups, unnecessary inclusions, or were much more expensive. Note this performance and tea ceremony were with an apprentice Geiko (Maiko) but it was perfect for our family to observe and learn more about such a fascinating and elegant element of Japanese culture.
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プラン: | Test Package |
参加形態: | 家族 |
投稿日: | 2019/06/06 |
参加日: | 2019/06/05 |
投稿者: ゆうころりん
以前都をどりを観に行った時は、お茶席でも舞妓さんの撮影ができましたが、今回は一番前の席になったのに、撮影禁止で残念でしたが、近くで観られて良かったです。お茶席の後休憩室ではお2人の可愛い舞妓さんの撮影ができたので、横に立って一緒に撮影することも可能です。メインの舞台は、お話もわかりやすく楽しめました。
をどり終了後すぐそばで5月の川床ランチも楽しめました。
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プラン: | 【舞妓さん撮影可能】茶券付特別席(12:30) |
参加形態: | 友達・同僚 |
投稿日: | 2019/06/02 |
参加日: | 2019/05/18 |
投稿者: Ecap
There was a wide range of kinomos and I was satisfied with the kimono. The hair styling was rushed and there was no choice of styles. The location was in an open area and there was no change room or sitting space. The place was busy with several people getting dressed and seemed quite disorganized. We wanted to do the extension for another 1 hour and it was clearly stated on the voucher that "Hourly extensions are available for JPY 1,000 for adults." However, they charged JYP 2,000/hour which was a surprise. For the price that I paid, I was not satisfied with the overall service quality and the miscommunication of the additional fees.
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プラン: | Rental from Hakodate Meijikan Branch (Return on the Day) |
参加形態: | カップル・夫婦 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/30 |
参加日: | 2019/04/29 |
投稿者: Brandon
The Kamogawa Odori performance is fantastic. It's incredible to see Geisha's perform - truly a once in a lifetime experience. The tea ceremony and photo-op were also very nice.
My ticket was in the first couple of rows, so I had a great seat the whole time. Everything is in Japanese (which I prefer due to its authenticity) but they had a program that had a short synopsis in English.
The performance itself was very well done with simple but beautiful set design and the iconic Geisha dress.
You absolutely need to 1) Travel to Kyoto and 2) Go to Kamogawa Odori (come in May!)
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea and Photo Op |
参加形態: | ひとりで |
投稿日: | 2019/05/29 |
参加日: | 2019/05/22 |
投稿者: mel
Priceless experience....Veltra make it easy and affordable for us....tq
You should try it!
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea |
参加形態: | 家族 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/29 |
参加日: | 2019/05/20 |
投稿者: ゆうこ
建物の中は京都らしい佇まいで、風情があり良かったのですが、茶道の先生?お店の方はせっかくのお着物の着付けは乱れており、小学生の子供と参加させて頂きましたが、その子供が先生のことを横柄だったと口にするほどでした。
毎日繰り返しのことになり流れ作業のようになられているのかも知れませんが、こちらとしては期待を込めて参加しておりますので少し残念でした。
対応が不十分に感じられたようで、残念に思います。当日は海外のお客様とご相席だったかと思いますが、マンツーマンのレッスンでしたら、おひとりおひとり、対応ができます。ご質問がないかどうかなど、日本語でもお聞きしたと思いますが、態度が横柄と思われたのは、非常に残念です。また、弊店は、茶道体験教室ですので、初心者の方向けの教室です。茶道のご経験があられる方で、体験以上のものを求められる場合は、経験年数が長く、日本人の方のみを対象とした教室をお勧めいたします。
また、ホテルや旅館やお茶会のサービスではなく、教室ですので、お客様に「こうしてください」と申し上げることもございます。その点、ご理解いただきたく思います。
レッスンを受けるより、サービスだけという場合でしたら、料亭等でされています、お茶席に参加されることをお勧めいたします。
お店の方というご認識のようですが、弊店では、裏千家専任講師の資格のある者が対応しております。
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プラン: | 【ご相席】茶道体験プラン(45分) |
参加形態: | 家族 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/28 |
参加日: | 2019/05/21 |
投稿者: smartie
This location is to easy to find and very close to another big tourist spot. The bus goes almost to the door. currently road works are making the bus routes all a little different so that does need to be noted. The ceremony it self was amazing. The lady that held the ceremony is a master of her craft and has an exquisite eye for detail. I would totally recommend. We booked the group Tea Ceremony as it was cheaper we only had one other person join our group of three.
Thank you very much for coming to Tea Ceremony here. Yes, here is very close to Golden Pavilion, Kinkakuji temple.I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed the tea ceremony!
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プラン: | Standard Tea Ceremony Experience |
参加形態: | 家族 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/28 |
参加日: | 2017/11/03 |
投稿者: June
This was a wonderful experience. The venue was very easy to find. We were warmly welcomed and shown to our seats. The cold tea was very refreshing. The geisha performance was very well executed and I loved the live music. The games were really fun and the geisha made everyone feel at ease. Make sure you wear or bring socks since you will have to remove your shoes when you arrive.
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プラン: | Standard Plan |
参加形態: | 家族 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/27 |
参加日: | 2019/05/25 |
投稿者: Someone
I wasn't sure about VELTRA... But everything went perfectly! Email confirmation arrived quickly; Easy to show the coupon printout and swap for tickets; Accurate location instructions.
The show itself was extremely impressive, in a beautiful theatre space, and absolutely authentic. Besides tourists, there were LOTS of locals all dressed up to enjoy a quality performance.
I would 100% recommend using VELTRA's service if you want to see traditional Japanese theatre - so much easier than the official theatre website.
One caveat: dialogue is all in Japanese. If that bothers you, you need to broaden your mind.
Oh, and the barrage of souvineers beforehand was a little unexpected - But nothing that could possibly diminish the overall experience.
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea |
参加形態: | 友達・同僚 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/26 |
参加日: | 2019/05/24 |
投稿者: Daniel,san
Cette représentation était spectaculaire et très intéressante du point de vue culturel! À voir absolument !
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea |
参加形態: | カップル・夫婦 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/26 |
参加日: | 2019/05/24 |
投稿者: Tokyo Visitor
The experience was as billed, dancing, singing and games. The hosts were professional and friendly. With only six people it was a personal experience. Worth the cost.
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プラン: | Standard Plan |
参加形態: | 友達・同僚 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/26 |
参加日: | 2019/05/18 |
投稿者: KatFisher1208
I absolutely loved my experience! This is a must do if you're in Kyoto. My advisor was super thorough and explained everything to me. They do the dressing and makeup in the traditional manner. They take photos of you and make sure they come out beautifully.
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プラン: | Garden Plan |
参加形態: | ひとりで |
投稿日: | 2019/05/24 |
参加日: | 2019/03/09 |
投稿者: Urvi Ambavat
The samurai sword dance lesson was a really fun and great experience. The instructor did pay special attention to every participant and made sure we learnt and understood. The staff was very polite. We also dressed in amazing costumes which gave us an authentic feel. We clicked lot of pics and got prints of our photos as a token from the staff. It's a must have experience when in Kyoto.
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プラン: | Introductory Sword Dance Lesson |
参加形態: | カップル・夫婦 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/24 |
参加日: | 2019/04/30 |
投稿者: Fil
Great experience! A real geiko and maiko show in pontocho
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea |
参加形態: | カップル・夫婦 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/24 |
参加日: | 2019/05/20 |
投稿者: Virginia
I really enjoyed this experience. A large group of attendees were served tea and a tea sweet while a beautifully dressed maiko performed the tea preparation part of the tea ceremony. Then we could take pictures of two maiko. The performance included a play and a series of dances that were beautifully performed in gorgeous costumes. Even though I don't speak Japanese, I still had a pretty good idea of what was going on from the dance movements. I had an excellent seat. Wonderful experience.
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea and Photo Op |
参加形態: | ひとりで |
投稿日: | 2019/05/24 |
参加日: | 2019/05/22 |
投稿者: Helen Adams
We will not forget this performance. It was exciting to watch from beginning to end. The performers, the show direction, the sets were all fantastic. The costumes were magnificent. There was a small downside, and that was the tea ceremony was very rushed. We were herded in and herded out, and this made us wonder why this was significant in any way.
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea and Photo Op |
参加形態: | カップル・夫婦 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/23 |
参加日: | 2019/05/21 |
投稿者: Bintara
We had a good time at the show. It was a small theatre and the show was not particularly grand, but it was a really nice and cosy performance. Loved it!
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プラン: | Special Seat with Photo Op |
参加形態: | 家族 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/21 |
参加日: | 2019/05/19 |
投稿者: Andie
The overall experience went well. This is basically the traditional Japanese play, it only happens in a few days in May, and it's not very touristy. Most people going were actual locals, dressed in kimono. There were a few tourists, dressed more casual, but very few.
We knew that we wouldn't understand any of it. But the play itself, more the second part with the traditional dancing, was very pretty, and didn't involve much dialogue.
The tea ceremony was very rushed, and you are expected to eat the sweet and drink your tea very fast, and couldn't enjoy properly the act of the geisha actually "preparing" it.
Overall, I am glad we did it, and it was an experience to remember. But if you expect a long tea ceremony, please go elsewhere. This one was no more than 5min.
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea and Photo Op |
参加形態: | カップル・夫婦 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/20 |
参加日: | 2019/05/18 |
投稿者: Erik and Alison
The tea ceremony was rushed and a non-event but the tea was real macha with a delicious cake. You keep the cake plate as a souvenir.
We did the photo op after the tea ceremony - it was OK.
The performance is outstanding and well worth the price of admission. Very professional, exquisite costumed and live orchestra.
Highly recommend this if you are in the Gion area.
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea and Photo Op |
参加形態: | カップル・夫婦 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/19 |
参加日: | 2019/05/17 |
投稿者: Karen C
If you are lucky enough to be in Kyoto while this is on, go! Fabulous!
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea |
参加形態: | ひとりで |
投稿日: | 2019/05/17 |
参加日: | 2019/05/15 |
投稿者: Then0madneverrests
It was one of the best cultural experiences. Even though i dont understand Japanese I enjoyed it thoroughly. You can buy the English synopsis of the play at the theatre itself. I faced no problem and I just went to the ticket counter and exchanged the voucher.
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea and Photo Op |
参加形態: | ひとりで |
投稿日: | 2019/05/16 |
参加日: | 2019/05/14 |
投稿者: マネージャー!
京都の風物詩の鴨川踊りを初めてでよかった。舞子、芸子さんのきれいなこと。なかなか、本物の舞子、芸子さんを見れないので、同席の女性も感動されていました。
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プラン: | 茶券付特別席 |
参加形態: | 友達・同僚 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/14 |
参加日: | 2019/05/12 |
投稿者: Johanna
This was a really good experience. Our hostess was very kind and she explained everything very well. It was nice that we were invited to make tea ourselves as well. It was a pity that the adress was very difficult
to find. That was the reason that we arrived 20 minutes too late. But we were happy that we could still experienced the tea ceremony in a short
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Dear Johanna de Baat
We are tea ceremony Ginza Chazen.
Thank you very much for visiting Ginza Chazen.
I hope you enjoyed Tea ceremony experience.
I am glad if your Tea ceremony, one of the Japanese traditional culture,
experience become something pleasant to look back on.
All of staff are sincerely hope to see you again.
Thank you and best regards,
Ginza Chazen
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プラン: | Standard Tea Ceremony Plan |
参加形態: | 家族 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/14 |
参加日: | 2019/05/02 |
投稿者: Unexpected
We understood the Web page to be offering a demonstration of the Sado (tea ceremony) by Maiko. This was not to be. What we dis see was a superb performance of Maiko dances and period orchestra with voices performing a tribute to Japan's new era just commenced the week we were in Kyoto. Awesome talent and display of Maiko skills in song, dance and artistry of the animated gesture. The 182nd annual performance by this group. A mempry to treasure.
Hello Unexpected,
Thank you for bringing our attention to this matter. After confirming with the provider, we were told that the tea plan comes with free tea before the show begins, but that a tea ceremony will not be held. We have updated our page to reflect these changes.
We are grateful for your honest review. We value our customers' opinions and reviews like your help us improve our services. We hope you had a lovely time in Japan and we hope you consider booking with us again the next time you travel.
Sincerely,
VELTRA.com
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プラン: | Special Seat with Japanese Tea |
参加形態: | 友達・同僚 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/13 |
参加日: | 2019/05/05 |
投稿者: Kevin
There was no issue in finding the location and to get the ticket at the booth with the voucher from Veltra. I purchased Special Seat without the tea ceremony.
Thereafter, we were ushered into a hall where the tea ceremony was held. I did not know it was that when I was in the queue. When they serve tea, they realized that I didnt purchase with it and they asked me to purchase a separate ticket for it (though it was in my intention to opt out). There was no briefing during the tea ceremony as to what was supposed to happen in the process.
After that we went into a room while waiting to enter the performance hall. Although I bought a special seat unfortunately I was given the second last row of the hall. There were staff walking around with signs in Japanese which I figured later they were renting out translator machines. The group of staff while walking around with those did not mention anything in English nor were there any signs in English whatsoever.
The performance was split into 2 sections. The first was like a drama and it was difficult to enjoy the show without translation. The srcond brief was more on dance and it wad quite beautiful.
Staff could be more conversational in English throughout. A lot of foreign tourists were lost in their way from the tea ceremony to the performance as well.
Hello Kevin,
Thank you for leaving a review.
We sincerely apologize for the tea ceremony mix-up. We have since relayed your comments to the provider. Please rest assured that we are taking steps to ensure that the same mistake does not happen again.
As for the devices that you saw, those are actually audio devices that provide explanation of the scenes in Japanese. As they only cater to Japanese people, the signs were written in Japanese only.
Again, thank you for taking time to write us a review. We value our customers' opinions and reviews like yours help us improve our services.
We hope you had a lovely stay in Japan.
Sincerely,
VELTRA.com
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プラン: | Special Seat |
参加形態: | ひとりで |
投稿日: | 2019/05/13 |
参加日: | 2019/05/03 |
投稿者: Chiara C
Everything went fine, my Maiko makeover experience was outstanding, thanks a lot !
Dear Chiara C
Thank you for your message.
If you enjoyed at our shop, we are very happy.
I hope you had a wonderful experience in Kyoto.
And please keep your beautiful Maiko pictures as a nice memories!
Thank you very much.
Have a nice trip!
Maiko henshin studio Shiki
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プラン: | Maiko Studio Photo Shoot Plan |
参加形態: | ひとりで |
投稿日: | 2019/05/08 |
参加日: | 2019/04/29 |
投稿者: ylis
Cool experience! Many people look at me!
Although i feel better customer service can be provided, because the makeup remover and wearing of the interior clothes can be confusing. And most times left alone not knowing what is going on. For people interested in this, it is good to choose the package to paint your face, because the experience is completely different and it make your trip more worth it.
Another thing to take not, the removing of makeup process is pretty long. When the whole event is over, husband, man or friends waiting for woman to finish changing, please be patient, prepare for 45-60mins for the women to be done changing off
Dear ylis
Thank you for your message.
We are very glad you spent the special time at our studio.
Maiko is one of the traditional Japanese culture.
But kimono is very tight, wig is very heavy, and make up takes a long time, so you have to take a long time to remove it. However I think this transformation experience will be one of special memory for you in Kyoto.
If you have a chance to visit to Kyoto again, we would like to see you someday.
Thank you very much.
Have a nice trip!
Maiko henshin studio SHIKI
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プラン: | Maiko Stroll Plan |
参加形態: | カップル・夫婦 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/08 |
参加日: | 2019/05/03 |
投稿者: Luchi Villarica
Staff don't speak English well however they do make an effort to make you feel comfortable during the makeover session. They know enough phrases to explain the make-up being applied and what to do during the dressing up. The photographer is very good in instructing small movements in order to get the right shot. Clients however don't get to choose the shot to be printed as this is under the discretion of the photographer. All shots can be viewed but clients have to purchase a CD worth 2000yen + tax which I find to be on the pricey side. Overall, the experience still is one of the highlights of my Japan trip.
Thank you for visitng AYA! We are glad to hear that you had fun with this experience.All staff are glad that you all enjoyed it. We are looking forward to meet you again! Hope you had a blast in Kyoto. Arigato!
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プラン: | Indoor Plan |
参加形態: | 友達・同僚 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/08 |
参加日: | 2016/03/23 |
投稿者: Anna
I'm from Kyoto but I've always wanted to try a maiko makeover.
The staff were all very nice people and helped so much!
Thank you.
They did my makeup so well and it was really great. They ask you if you would prefer a "cute look" or a "beautiful look" and do your makeup style for whichever you choose. They can change the look with eyebrow makeup and eyeliner. I chose the "cute look" makeup.
You can choose from so many kinds of kimono and kanzashi! While I asked the staff several questions like "what color of kimono do real maiko wear?" I chose my kimono. As for my kanzashi, I chose June's flower, the hydrangea.
The photographer was also wonderful and made me feel much less nervous with the fun conversation we had. I recommend taking the photos in the garden which has a different atmosphere from the room.
While walking around, a lot of travelers took photos with me! It was really embarrassing, but on the other hand, it made me happy!
The changing room is very large and they have face wash, shampoo, lotion, hair dryers, towels, contact lens solution, so you don't need to bring anything.
I showed my mother and grandmother the photos I took on the day of the makeover and they loved them!
Next time I want to bring my friends from other prefectures and from overseas to do this with me. Thank you for making it a great experience from start to finish.
(Translated from Japanese by Veltra.com)
Thank you for visitng AYA! We are glad to hear that you had fun with this experience.All staff are glad that you all enjoyed it. We are looking forward to meet you again! Hope you had a blast in Kyoto. Arigato!
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プラン: | Test Package |
参加形態: | ひとりで |
投稿日: | 2019/05/08 |
投稿者: Lorna from London
This was amazing and is a " must - do . The girls in the studio are lovely and make the event special for you . They speak good English too . The end photos are amazing . The professional photographer made this 65 year old's skin look like a 25 year old again ! A really fantastic experience . Cannot recommend it highly enough .
Thank you for visitng AYA! We are glad to hear that you had fun with this experience.All staff are glad that you all enjoyed it. We are looking forward to meet you again! Hope you had a blast in Kyoto. Arigato!
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プラン: | Indoor Plan |
参加形態: | 家族 |
投稿日: | 2019/05/08 |
参加日: | 2017/04/11 |
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さまざまな日本文化体験ができるツアーをご用意しています。茶道・華道・書道・伝統楽器・太鼓などの伝統的な日本文化から、メイド喫茶のような最新の日本文化まで、幅広い種類のツアーがありますよ。 外国人に日本文化を紹介するために外国人とのご参加の他、日本を再発見するための日本文化の学習や趣味として、日本人の方のご参加もおすすめです。茶室での本格的なお茶の体験や、舞妓さんとのお座敷遊び体験が人気です。
Thank you very much for visiting us when you were in Hakodate.and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and un necessary stress that we have caused due to our fault.
Our staff charged you for wrong amount.
We have processed through VELTLA a refund of 1,000yen which is the amount that you were overcharged due to our error.
Please wait for a while.
Please be advised that we do normally charge 2,000yen for the 1 hour extension.
However, during the time you have visited us, we were offering a special price of 1000yen only for customers who booked online through VELTLA.Our staff was not properly informed about this discount due to our oversight and my poor management.
We are grateful to you for bringing this issues to our attention and will definitely reevaluate the quality of our service,and make every effort to improve our service so that type of error do not get repeated.