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Kyoto: Maiko Makeover and Photoshoot Experience (Women only)

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Kyoto: Maiko Makeover and Photoshoot Experience (Women only)
4.9  / 528 reviews

*Women only experience. Transform into a geisha with a traditional makeover and photo shoot in Kyoto. Choose from 200 kimonos and have your hair and makeup done by a professional.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Small group
Limited to 4 participants

Experience

Highlights

  • Feel like a geisha with a traditional makeover and photo shoot in Kyoto
  • Choose from 200 kimonos and have your hair and makeup done by a professional
  • Get a photo book with 3 pages and a USB with all the pictures from the shoot
  • Enjoy a free 10-minute photo session to take pictures of yourself
  • Add an optional 30-minute or 60-minute strolling experience

Full description

*Women only experience Since there are only female maiko in Gion, this is a women-only experience. Dress up in a traditional kimono and have your photo taken in a Japanese room. Choose from a selection of kimonos and have your hair and makeup done. Take home a photo book and USB with all your pictures. Choose your favorite kimono from a selection of 200. Get dressed in your kimono and have your hair and makeup done. Choose from a selection of wigs and have false eyelashes applied. Have your photo taken in a Japanese room. Take home a photo book with 3 pages and a USB with all your pictures. Have free time to take pictures by yourself for 10 minutes. ＊Men cannot experience

Includes

  • White make-up (optional)
  • Dressing in kimono from a selection of 100
  • False eyelashes (optional)
  • Natural wig or no wig option
  • Photography session in Japanese room
  • Photo book (3 pages, 203mm×145mm)
  • USB with all pictures
  • 10 minutes free time for self-photography
  • Outdoor photography
  • Additional photo prints beyond the included photo book

Not suitable for

  • Children under 12 years
  • Pregnant women

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothes
  • Socks

Not allowed

  • Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • Takes approximately 2 to 2.5 hours
  • Photographers will select the best pictures for you
  • Optional strolling available for an additional fee
  • Men cannot partake in this experience
  • If you are a pregnant, have skin diseases, or are intoxicated, you cannot participate in this activity

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 28 reviews

Review summary

  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Joni – United StatesSeptember 19, 2024  – Verified booking
This was a most a very enlightening experience. It’s hard to believe what it takes for a geisha to get ready to go outside. I am bragging about this experience to all my friends. Thank you for this activity.
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Jason Ko Boon – MalaysiaSeptember 29, 2024  – Verified booking
It was Simple & Straightforward and they were friendly. The only thing is the Location is not Easy to find. It is Opposite the Public Restrooms in a hidden traditional doorway.
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Dana – United StatesSeptember 25, 2024  – Verified booking
Fantastic experience! Highly recommend! It was so much fun!
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Product ID: 711316

Activity provider:Maiko Transformation Studio Shiki・Rental Kimono Shiki Sakura

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