Maiko Makeover Experience in Kyoto : Couple plan


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Pricing Info:

Duration: 2 hours

Departs: Kyoto, Kyoto

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

【OUTLINE】

Let's take pictures of the two of you as a maiko and a samurai!

You can have a experience to be a maiko and a samurai experience in a real teahouse (place where geiko entertain their guests) in the Gion district which is established in the Taisho Era (1912-1926).

The main sightseeing spots in Kyoto Higashiyama are within a 10-minute walk so when you leave the teashop, you can see the Kyoto-like townscape.

You don't need to prepare anything. Please leave everything to the staff.

You will receive four 2L-size (127×178 mm) photos, two L-size photos, and a USB containing all the data.

【HIGHLIGHTS】
・Change into a beautiful maiko and a cool samurai
・Pictures will be taken in a tatami room in a Japanese house
・Receive four 2L-size (127×178 mm) photos, two L-size photos, and a USB containing all the data.


What's Included

Hair and makeup & One Japanese hair ornament (women only)

Kimono rental

Photography (4 2L-size pictures, 2 laminated pictures, USB)

What's Not Included

Make up products to use after the Maiko makeup is removed (Women only)


Traveler Information

  • TRAVELER: Age: 0 - 120

Additional Info

  • Gender:1 female (maiko), 1 male (samurai)
  • Height:145㎝ and above (Both Men/Women)
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Participation requirements :10 years and above (Both Men/Women)
  • Regular temperature checks for staff

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.


What To Expect

The place of the experience is only a 1-minute walk away from the South Romon gate of the Yasaka Shrine. It used to be a real teahouse (the place where geiko entertains their guests) in the Gion district established in Taisho Era (1912-1926). The main sightseeing spots are within a 10-minute walk from the shop. When you come to the shop you will be turned into a maiko and a samurai. Women will put on special underwear for a kimono and then Japanese makeup will follow. And last you can change into your favorite gorgeous kimono. You can then select a Japanese hair ornament that matches your style. Men can choose their favorite kimono and obi and turn into a cool samurai. The photoshoot is in a tatami room in a Japanese house. Our professional and experienced photographer will take your best photos. You can take pictures with a traditional red umbrella together. After the photoshoot, your makeup, clothes and wig will be taken off. Receive the album and that is all for the experience.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free






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