Authentic Geisha Performance with Dinner in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japanby Japan Awaits
- 2 hours
- Up to 15 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: Japanese, English
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Overview
Experience an authentic geisha performance with an elegant Japanese dinner, hosted by an English interpreter at a traditional ryotei (Japanese restaurant). The Geisha Experience with Japan Awaits is a 2-hour cultural dinner designed for a small group, recreating the traditional ozashiki (geisha gathering). Guests will enjoy performances by certified geisha (or geiko, as known in Tokyo) from renowned hanamachi districts such as Asakusa, Shinbashi, Mukoujima, or Omori Kaigan. The evening includes traditional dance, music, and meaningful conversations with geisha—facilitated by an English interpreter for a richer, more immersive experience.
What's included
- Elegant Japanese Dining Course
- Authentic geisha performance and entertainment
- Chair seating is default unless otherwise specified
- English interpreter
- Photo opportunities with geisha and commemorative moments
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
- 1
Stop 1
Traditional restaurant (ryotei) in the Asakusa area of Tokyo
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- PLEASE FILL OUT THE TOUR FORM: After your booking, you will receive a link to the Geisha Form (within 24 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Geisha Form is completed accurately at least 10 days before your tour date.
- Chair seating is default unless otherwise specified
- Children must be age 10 or older and accompanied by an adult
- Private dinner events for your group are available upon request (if selected option).
- Pending Approval: The dinner may need a minimum of 6 to 8 people to book. When you make a booking, you will be placed on a waiting list until more people have confirmed their booking for the same date, or you will be asked to reschedule to a different day to attend this tour. Confirmations regarding your booking will be sent at least 5 days before your activity date.
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- For events with less people, the company may still proceed with the event and in which only one geisha will attend.
- Depending on availability (especially during peak season), there may be only one geisha attending the event. In addition, the venue may change depending on availability and group size.
- Non-Smoking: All seats are non-smoking; there are designated areas outside for those who would like to smoke.
- If you want to do private geisha event, we recommend booking 2 geisha for more than 5 people.
- Operating Days (Please select your preferred date accordingly)
- Join-in: Tue and Sat (March–April only)
- Private: Any day except Mon (subject to availability), year-round
- All-you-can-drink Option: For groups of 10 or more people, nomihodai (all-you-can-drink) is available at 2,900 JPY per person, payable in cash at the venue. At the time of booking, please let Japan Awaits know that you would like to include nomihodai (all-you-can-drink). For groups of 9 or less people, nomihodai is not available.
- Moderate Cancellation Policy:
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event
- How far in advance should I book?
- Preparing an event requires some time, especially if reservations for restaurants or other venues are required. We recommend making a reservation as early as possible. Ideally, it should be 3 months before your travel date, or 1 month before the travel date at the very least. We may not be able to arrange your event in time so your booking request may be cancelled and you will receive a full refund.
- The Geisha Experience is a group dinner for about 6 – 20 guests
- Wheelchair Accessibility: Shansuya, where the Geisha dinner will take place, is a traditional Japanese restaurant (ryotei) with an architectural design reflecting classic Japanese style. Please note that the venue does not have an elevator, and guests will need to navigate approximately two or three floors to reach the dining room.
- Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or inquire about a custom experience today.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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