10 Performances in Kyoto That You Shouldn't Miss

August 16, 2021 Rosalyn Ihle

The shrines and temples of Kyoto offer a rare link between modern life in the city and its very ancient past. The Shimogamo Shrine dates to the 6th century and seems suspended in time, its serenity and spiritual power still palpable. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, then see the life-sized Thousand Armed Kannon statues of Sanjūsangen-dō. Enjoy traditional geisha performances, then savor a tranquil meal at a restaurant overlooking the Kamo River.
Restaurants in Kyoto

1. The Last and Only Samurai Show

222 Shichijodori-Honmachi-Nishi-iru Higashiyama-ku Family Mart Sakatani Keihan Shichijo 2F, Kyoto 605-0993 Kyoto Prefecture +81 90-3867-3538 [email protected] http://www.samurai-okada.com/
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

The Last and Only Samurai Show

The Last and Only Samurai Show is consists of two parts, one is a brief lecture on Bushi-do, the way with Samurai,and actual real sword demonstration within 40 minutes. Samurai Joe Okada,54 years of tour guiding and over 2500 samurai shows since 1977. The Show can be booked at any day providing the availability. A minimum of 5 guests is needed for booking.

2. Miyagawacho Koan

6-374-1 Miyagawasuji Miyagawasuji Shijo Kudaru, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto 605-0801 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-708-3380 [email protected] http://koankyoto.com/
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5.0 based on 166 reviews

Miyagawacho Koan

3. Koan Hanare

150-2 Honeyacho, Nakagyo-Ku, Kyoto 604-8164 Kyoto Prefecture [email protected] http://jp.koanhanare-maiko.com/
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5.0 based on 149 reviews

Koan Hanare

Reviewed By Ko0625

I enjoyed having a chat with Maiko-san, learning about Japanese very traditional culture, and having special dinner! Joining Koan Hanare must be really amazing time when you visit Kyoto. You can play a traditional party game with Maiko-san as well. It's a really wonderful experience.

4. Gion Hatanaka, Kyoto Cuisine and Maiko Evening

505 Gionmachiminamigawa, Higashiyama-ku Gion Hatanaka, Kyoto 605-0074 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-541-5315 http://www.gionhatanaka.jp/maiko/index.html
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4.5 based on 64 reviews

Gion Hatanaka, Kyoto Cuisine and Maiko Evening

5. GEAR Theatre

56 Benkeiishicho, Nakagyo-Ku 1928 Bldg. 3F, Kyoto 604-8082 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-254-6520 [email protected] http://www.gear.ac/
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4.5 based on 393 reviews

GEAR Theatre

"GEAR” is the first non-verbal performance originated in Japan.The world-class performers of mime, breakin', magic trick, and juggle presents a lovely story of a toy named “Doll” transforming a human girl through the various communications with an android named “Roboroid.”This performance is set without any “words,” just being compounded with the action, dance, expression, music, and images satisfying all the senses. And also, this performance is filled with the exciting materials. Stage setting gives an illusion loosing the way in the factory, or feeling like blown off by a gust of wind. And the contemporary technologies like the projection mapping, sparkling full colored LED dresses, and specially customized laser beams with 16million colors present everyone inexperienced impressions. Since started in the April 2014, this performance had a long run of 3000 times and 240,000 audiences.

Reviewed By jphanover - San Francisco, United States

Our family didn't know what to expect when we signed up for this, but it was absolutely FANTASTIC! It was an unbelievable display of creativity, talent, and human energy on a unique stage and set, with awesome special effects. Beyond well done!!!

6. Kyoto Concert Hall

1-26 Hangi-cho, Shimogamo, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-0823 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-711-2980 http://www.kyotoconcerthall.org/
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Kyoto Concert Hall

7. Maiko theater

302-2 Daikokucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0832 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-741-8258 [email protected] http://maikotheater.jp/
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4.5 based on 76 reviews

Maiko theater

Maiko theater is a facility that you can enjoy a Maiko's dance performance and free conversations with her. You can watch Maiko’s dance performance and take pictures. It is the exclusive service in Kyoto! Please come to Maiko theater and spend quality time with them. You can take pictures as much as you want and have a chat with them! For reservation, please visit our official website: https://maikotheater.jp Please be aware that if you purchase tickets elsewhere instead of the Maiko Theater's official website, there is a possibility that they will be more expensive. We highly recommend you to book our tickets on our website. We are looking forward to seeing you.

Reviewed By xyzabc548 - Australia, null

Very entertaining Maiko performance. Wonderful opportunity to interact with Maiko in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. It was fun!! We would highly recommend it

8. Maiko Show

27 Yamatocho Yamato Ojidori 4-Jo Sagaru, Higashiyama-Ku Kyoto Granbell Hotel 1F Restaurant, Kyoto 605-0802 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-277-7330 [email protected] http://www.granbellhotel.jp/kyoto/maiko/
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Maiko Show

Kyoto real traditional "GEISHA" performance.

Reviewed By GrahamH387 - Antipolo City, Philippines

Its hard not to stare with open mouth, the girl was absolutely stunningly pretty and immaculately presented in her Kimono, and not a hair on her head out of place. The dance routines, 3 of them, were amazing to observe, the slight but subtle head movements and positioning. We got the opportunity to ask her questions via a translator which seemed to make the whole episode a little more personal. These girls give up a lot we take for granted in our every day lifestyles to pursue a life of tradition.

9. Maiko Show

721-1 Higashi Shiokojicho Karasumadori Shichi Jo Sagaru, Shimogyo-ku 3F Kyoto Tower, Kyoto 600-8216 Kyoto Prefecture +81 75-341-0280 [email protected] http://kyototravel.info/maikoshow
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3.0 based on 1 reviews

Maiko Show

MAIKO SHOW Nenue:3F KYOTO TOWER DATE: Every Monday,Wednesday,Saturday Until 28th December. TIME: 4:15PM~5:00PM RECEPTION: 4:00PM~ RESERVATION:<TEL> +81 753410280 <Website of Japanican > (>Tours>Keywords"Maiko") *On the day tickets are also available depending on the vacancy. <30 seats> Program:①Story of Maiko *We will explain about Maiko in English. ②Maiko Dance Performance ③Q&A Time *You can ask anything to Maiko-san. ④Maiko Dace Performance ⑤Fhoto Session With Maiko

10. Nogakudo Kashokaku

Ryogaemachidori Takeyacho Agaru, Nakakyo-ku, Kyoto 604-0905 Kyoto Prefecture http://www.kashokaku.jp/
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

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