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|---|---|---|---|---|
Kyoto: Kabuki Dance Performance viewing experience | 2 hours | 5.0 (1) | $130 | |
Kyoto Temple Geisha or Maiko Dance, Zen Garden & Tea Experience | 1h 30min | 4.9 (134) | $149 | View |
Kyoto: Maiko Tea Ceremony & Maiko Dance Show on Noh Stage(1hour) |
Experience the authentic artistry of Kabuki and classical Japanese dance up close in a serene Kyoto temple, away from the typical tourist crowds. Unlike large-scale theater productions viewed from a distance, this intimate experience brings you face-to-face with a professional traditional dancer: • Welcome with Tea & Sweets: Begin your visit with authentic matcha and Japanese sweets. • Deep Cultural Insights: Learn about the history, storytelling, and philosophy behind Kabuki and traditional dance forms. • Live Intimate Performance: Watch 4-5 classical dance pieces up close, showcasing intricate movements and the expressive artistry of traditional dancing fans. • Q&A & Photo Session: End with personal interactions with the performer, with time for commemorative photos inside the historic grounds. *Note: Gather at Saishu-ji (10 min walk from Gojo Station). To accommodate temple rituals, the venue may occasionally shift to a nearby equivalent temple with advance notice.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 3.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Kyoto: Kabuki Dance Performance viewing experience lasts about 2 hours.
Prices start at $130 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 12:00 PM.
Children aged 0–11 pay from $97, adults from $130.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is The temple entrance is a traditional wooden gate located on Aino-machi Street , right between Gojo and Rokujo streets. You will see "Ayako Tenmangu Shrine" directly across the street from our entrance. Please look for our welcoming sign at the wooden gate and walk straight inside. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by 京都伝統文化交流会.
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