Kyoto: 2-Hour Maiko Makeover and Photo Shoot
ID: GYG64846-91156
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Dress like a real maiko, an apprentice geiko, and pose like one too. Have your hair styled with a wig and traditional makeup applied and then be photographed in a studio to capture this unique experience in Kyoto. Share the photos with friends and family.
On this special 2-hour activity, learn about the life and art of the maiko, or apprentice geiko. Maiko are female performing artists who wear traditional makeup, hairstyles and costumes.
They work in the Gion area and perform various Japanese arts such as classical music, dance and games. The maiko are apprentices and are between 15 and 20 years old. You don’t have to be in this age range to participate in the Yumeyakata Maiko Makeover project, however!
The professional staff will apply your makeup, use a wig, and dress you extravagantly to look like the real thing. They'll also show you the proper maiko poses for beautiful pictures.
The package includes studio photography, so you’ll have souvenir photos to show your family and friends.
Highlights
- Be made up and dressed like an exact replica of a maiko
- Have pictures taken during the makeover
- Learn to pose and walk like a traditional maiko
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Bring your own makeup tools if you would like to reapply after your experience
Bring your contact lenses case. You are required to take out your contact lenses temporarily while your makeup is being done
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Meet at the kimono rental shop.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
