Osaka, Japan

Highlights

A private dining experience with a real life Geisha
Explore one of Kyoto’s traditional Geisha district
Indulge in the elegant dances and entertainment perfected for generations in Kyoto.

Description

Geisha have long been revered as expert entertainers and masters of traditional performing arts such as dance and shamisen. As part of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet real life geisha and see her perform while you'll dine and enjoy tea and performance within a famous secluded Japanese restaurant within the infamous Gion District of Kyoto.

Who This Experience Is Good For

We recommend this experience to everyone! It is a rare experience to watch even for Japanese people, so make the most of this golden opportunity.

Meet Our Local Host

Kyoto Hanasaki has been one of the most prestigious and popular Japanese restaurant within the biggest geisha district of Gion, and they have been accommodating group events with Geisha dances.

Itinerary

Start Time: 10:00 am Meet Ken in front of the entrance of “BLUE Motomachi”.
Walk 11 minutes to Ashiharabashi Station 
Ride 6 stops to Osaka Station with Osaka Loop Line (JR )
Walk 5 minutes to Osaka-Umeda Station  
Ride 10 stops to Kyoto-Kawarachi Station with Hankyu-Kyoto Line
Walk 12 minutes to the venue
Start of experience which include a full course menu and all you can drink course for 2 hours exactly while the performance will be in place by the geisha.
The Geisha will also perform the pouring of sake to you and answer questions of interest if you have any, feel free to order alcohol but there are juice and soft drinks available!
End time: 3:00 pm

What’s Included

Private audience with a geisha and you can ask questions about her profession.
Traditional Japanese Lunch Course 
All-you-can Drink including alcohol like sake and beer
Performance and photo opportunities!

What’s Not Included

Public Transportation from Accommodation to Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station (¥1,200 - Round trip)

Know Before You Go

The date will be subject to change depending on the Geisha's schedule, but once we confirm this we cannot cancel! 

Minimum Needed: 6 people
Maximum Capacity: 8 people
Booking Deadline: The booking is now locked and cannot be canceled as we will be charged 100%
Weather Dependent: No 
Difficulty Level: Easy
Special Clothing Required: No, but please feel free to wear a comfortable Japanese yukata (a more casual and lighter kimono-wear) for immersion! 
Special Dietary Restrictions: The food will contain seafood, gluten and soy. They will try to cater to your special needs as much as possible so please inform us as soon as possible.  The restaurant cannot change the menu on the day!
Extra Cash: For public transportation (¥1,200)
Ground Transportation: Not included, but we will be taking two trains all together
Additional Information: N/A
Liabilities: The liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by participants is not assumed by Remote Year or its affiliates