Limited time offer! Please enjoy authentic Kyo-mai, Geisha and Maiko performance in Kyoto.
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16:00 Performance
Ticket Validity : Ticket is valid only on the departure date.The Highlight
- Only available on 2026/11/12－2026/11/18!
- Enjoy the nearly 120 minutes of the Maiko and Geiko (Geisha) dance performance.
The Experience
History of "Kotobuki-kai" Kamishichiken traces its origins back to the Ashikaga (Muromachi) period, when seven teahouses (mizu-chaya) were built in front of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine using timber left over from the shrine's reconstruction. Since then, it has endured numerous hardships and trials through the rise and fall of shogunates and the changing of rulers.
In more recent history, in December of the 4th year of the Kaei era (1851), when the Tokugawa Shogunate granted new official licenses for teahouse operations, it instructed each hanamachi (geisha district) to form an association called a nakama. Consequently, Kamishichiken was named Kotobuki Nakama, Gion-cho was named Sakae Nakama, Nijo Shinchi was named Higashi Nakama, and Shichijo Shinchi was named Izumi Nakama. This was the beginning of what is known today as the guild or union.
Nijo Shinchi petitioned the Shoshidai (Shogunal Deputy in Kyoto) in the 19th year of the Kyoho era (1734) and operated in the area east of the Kamo River near Nijo as a branch of Kamishichiken, but it was unfortunately abolished in the 20th year of the Meiji era (1887).
During that period, licensed teahouses indicated their official status by displaying their respective characters—Kotobuki (寿), Sakae (栄), Higashi (東), or Izumi (泉)—on noren (curtains) during the day and on andon (lanterns) at night.
After World War II, when the Onshukai (performance showcase) was promptly revived as a study workshop for a new era, the character Kotobuki (寿) from Kotobuki Nakama was adopted to name the restarted performance series—hence the origin of Kotobukikai.
Enjoy beautifully choreographed dance performance and the atmosphere!
Itinerary
- 15:30Theater opens 30 min before the performance.
- 16:00Enjoy beautiful performance by Geiko and Maiko! (Admission included/120 min)
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
Schedule: 120 minutes performance will be held daily at 16:00 between 2026/11/12-18.
- The venue opens approximately 30 min. before the performance starts.
Eligibility:
- All participants must be 7 years old or older.
- This is ticket only, not a tour.
- Drinking alcohol during the show is not allowed.
- Please note that bringing large luggage to the theater.
- Theater do not have parking facilities available. We recommend using public transportation.
Important Booking Information
Customer Guidelines:
- You will receive a final information email from KTIC titled:【Tour Date】- Booking Confirmation & Important Notice - HIS【Tour Reservation Number】. Please read it carefully and ask questions if necessary.
- Please arrive at the theater 30 minutes prior to the performance time.
- The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
- Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the theater on time (no show).
- Please personally take responsibility for your valuables. Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.
Cancellation Policy
- Non-refundable (0% refund)