Description

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Atami has a long history of being a retreat destination and has attracted many VIPs. Atami still has the largest number of Geisha, more than 70, in Tokai region (central part of Japan).

This exclusive experience starts from learning the basics of Atami and Geisha, followed by enjoying a stage show performance, then photo-taking, followed by exclusive time to enjoy the hospitality and entertainment of professional Geisha. English-speaking guide accompanies the guests throughout this experience. This is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in a distinct Geisha culture of Atami.

To ensure attentive hospitality and entertainment, number of the participants is limited to maximum of 8 people.

This tour is operated on Saturday and Sunday from 10:15 (closed during summer). Private tour may be arranged if requested at least 4 weeks in advance of the tour date.

Itinerary

Time	Contents
10:15	Meet at Atami Geigi Kenban. Our guide to start the introduction/explanation.
10:30	Enter the Kenban building. Seated and guiding to continue.
11:00	Watch traditional dance stage show “Hana no Mai” (Join-in)
11:30	Photo-taking with performed Geishas (Join-in)
12:15+	Exclusive time for conversation & traditional game-playing with Geishas
13:00	End of the tour/experience. Dismissed at Atami Geigi Kenban

Highlights

Availability/ Operating Hours	10:15 – 13:00 on Saturdays and Sundays (except Summer)
Meeting Time	10:15
Meeting Place	Atami Geigi Kenban (Refer to the map below)
Time Required	Approximately 3 hours
Price	JPY 18,000 per person (Private Tour: JPY 60,000 up to 4 people, JPY 12,000 for an additional person up to 8)
Number of Persons	Booking accepted from 2 people (maximum 8).
What’s included	English-speaking guide, admission for dance stage show　“Hana no Mai”, 30 min of exclusive time with Geishas
What to bring	Wear socks and be ready to take off your shoes
Language	English
Wheelchair Friendly	No
Kids Friendly	Yes (6 and above)
Reservation	4 weeks in advance suggested
Payment Option	Online payment by credit card must be made in full at the booking.
Cancellation Policy	100% refundable up to 72 hours before the start time. Non refundable after that.
Notes	If there is no booking by the end of 3 days before the experience, the tour is cancelled. Booking can be made until 8 pm, one day before the tour date, unless the tour is cancelled or already full. After the end of the tour, our guide is happy to show the way to nearby sightseeing places. See the tour details and availability by visiting; https://www.curioustraveljapan.com/atamiizutours