Private Experience with Two Geisha
Enjoy an exclusive gathering arranged for your group with two geisha.
THE EXPERIENCE
A Private Evening with Two Geisha
Designed exclusively for your group, this private geisha experience brings together Japanese dining, traditional performance and conversation in the intimate setting of a ryotei in Asakusa.
Two geisha from Tokyo hanamachi districts such as Asakusa, Shinbashi, Mukoujima or Omori Kaigan join your gathering for traditional dance, music and conversation. An English interpreter supports communication throughout the experience.
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
A More Personal Geisha Experience
Japanese Dining
Enjoy an elegant Japanese dining course in a traditional Asakusa ryotei.
Performance & Conversation
Experience traditional dance and music while also having time for meaningful conversation with the geisha.
English Interpretation
An English interpreter supports communication and helps guests engage more deeply throughout the experience.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Included in Your Private Experience
Included
- Elegant Japanese dining course
- Private experience with two geisha
- Authentic geisha performance and entertainment
- English interpreter
- Photo opportunities with the geisha
Not Included
- Transportation to/from the venue
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Good to Know
Availability
Available Tuesday through Sunday, subject to availability. This experience is not available on Mondays.
Online Booking
Online booking must be completed at least 5 weeks before the experience date. For dates within 5 weeks, please use the Questions form; our team will check availability.
Dinner & Lunch
The dinner experience is 2 hours. Lunch may also be available upon request.
Age Requirement
The dinner experience is open to guests aged 6 and above. Children under 6 cannot be accommodated.
Seating
Chair seating is provided by default unless otherwise specified at the time of booking.
Non-Smoking
All seats are non-smoking. Designated smoking areas are available outside the venue.
All-you-can-drink Option
For groups of 10 or more, a nomihodai all-you-can-drink package is available for ¥2,900 per person, payable in cash at the venue. Please inform Japan Awaits at the time of booking if you would like to add this option. It is not available for groups of 9 or fewer.
BOOKING INFORMATION
Payment & Cancellation
Payment
All bookings are payable via Stripe (Booking Checkout) or Flywire.
Booking Confirmation
Your private booking is subject to venue and geisha availability. Our team will confirm the final arrangements after booking.
Moderate Cancellation Policy
30 days or less
25% cancellation fee
21 days or less
50% cancellation fee
14 days or less
100% cancellation fee
Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a geisha?
Geisha are professional entertainers who dedicate years to mastering traditional arts such as singing, dancing and playing musical instruments. They traditionally entertain guests during dining gatherings at establishments such as ryotei and ryokan.
Geisha culture has been part of Japanese history since the Edo period and remains a highly traditional and exclusive world. Traditionally, arranging the services of a geisha often requires an introduction or referral through an existing customer or venue. This experience offers guests an opportunity to encounter this cultural tradition through dining, performance and conversation.
What is the difference between geisha, geiko, hangyoku and maiko?
Geisha are fully trained professional entertainers. In Kyoto, professional geisha are commonly known as geiko.
Hangyoku are apprentice geisha in Tokyo, while maiko is the term commonly used for apprentices in Kyoto. Apprentices are still in training, whereas professional geisha have spent years developing their skills in traditional performance and entertainment.
An apprentice may occasionally be introduced during an event together with a senior professional geisha.
What makes this a private geisha experience?
This experience is arranged exclusively for your group rather than as a shared gathering. It includes two geisha, Japanese dining, traditional performance and entertainment, conversation, and English interpretation.
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