Discover the authentic grace of Japan’s geisha culture through an intimate evening of traditional entertainment and seasonal cuisine. This experience allows you to choose from renowned restaurants across nine cities—Nagoya, Gifu, Kanazawa, Tokyo, Niigata, Akita, Fukuoka, Sapporo, and Matsuyama—each with its own history, atmosphere, and regional geisha tradition.

Your selected venue will host an unforgettable night featuring elegant dance, lighthearted ozashiki games, and refined hospitality. Paired with a beautifully crafted kaiseki meal and free-flow drinks, this is a rare opportunity to experience the authentic artistry and warmth of Japan’s geisha.

Optional hands-on craft activities, unique to each region, offer a deeper connection to the local culture and its centuries-old craftsmanship.

Regional Geisha Traditions (Choose Your City)
Please indicate your preferred city for the geisha experience at the time of booking. The restaurant will be selected by us based on availability and suitability.
If you would like to add an optional craft experience, please let us know when booking. We will discuss the details with you after your reservation is confirmed.

• Nagoya – Influenced by samurai culture, Nagoya’s geisha are known for refined elegance and poised performances centered on jiuta-mai (classical song-dance accompanied by shamisen) and hauta (short, light shamisen songs distinct from the longer and more formal nagauta).
• Gifu – Linked with the Nagara River’s cormorant-fishing culture. In summer, geisha performances on yakatabune boats create a uniquely atmospheric experience.
• Kanazawa – Home of the celebrated Kaga geigi, admired for their high artistic standards and exquisite Kaga Yuzen kimono.
  Tokyo – The capital’s geisha, especially in Shinbashi, blend sophistication with a diverse repertoire of classic and modern styles.
• Niigata – Once a flourishing port, Niigata remains one of Japan’s largest geisha communities. Furumachi geigi emphasize not only dance and song but also refined arts like tea ceremony and calligraphy.
• Akita – Known for their graceful beauty and refined, snowcountry elegance, Akita’s geisha incorporate local folk traditions such as the Akita Ondo.
• Fukuoka – Warm, cheerful, and welcoming, Fukuoka’s geisha express the lively spirit of Hakata through performances inspired by local festivals and traditional folk songs.
• Sapporo – The only geisha district in Hokkaido, preserving tradition within a modern city. Their performances often combine classical Japanese dance with Western-influenced touches for a unique East–West blend, and they also offer engaging, experience-based programs tailored for visitors.
• Matsuyama – Rooted in the history of Dogo Onsen, Matsuyama’s geisha are known for elegant dance and connections to literary culture, including haiku and calligraphy.

Featured Restaurants by City

• Nagoya: Hachishokan, Kawabun, Gajouen
• Gifu: Suikintei, Itoya
• Kanazawa: Tsubajin, Ootomorou
• Tokyo: Asada
• Niigata: Ikinariya, Nabedachaya
• Akita: Hamanoya, Akita Cultural and Industrial Facility Matsushita
• Fukuoka: Chikae, Sakurazaka Kanzanso
• Sapporo: Suginome, Nakamuraya Ryokan
• Matsuyama: Hanahimerou, Yamatoya Honten

Optional Cultural Craft Experiences
(Available on the afternoon of your experience or the following morning; arrangements vary by city.)
Examples include:

• Nagoya: Arimatsu tie-dye, Owari cloisonné, pottery
• Gifu: Mini Mino-washi umbrella crafting, lantern painting, Mino ware pottery
• Kanazawa: Kaga Yuzen dyeing, gold-leaf decoration, Kutani ware painting
• Tokyo: Edo kiriko glass cutting, wagashi making, ukiyo-e printing
• Niigata: Lacquerware gilding, chopstick crafting, washi lamp making
• Akita: Kawatsura lacquerware decorative painting, cedar craftwork, Namahage mask coloring (traditional demon figure)
• Fukuoka: Hakata textile coaster making, Hakata doll painting (ceramic clay figurine), Washi paper crafts (small accessories)
• Sapporo: Silver ring crafting, pottery, glassblowing
• Matsuyama: Bamboo basket weaving, Hime-daruma doll crafting, silver jewelry making