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Tour Kaneyu with Akita Maiko!

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Meet and take pictures with Akita Maiko and learn more about former restaurant Kaneyu!

Tour Kaneyu with Akita Maiko!

Maiko are traditional Japanese entertainers. Come meet Akita Maiko in Noshiro City at former restaurant Kaneyu. Take pictures and talk with the maiko as you tour Kaneyu and learn more about its history and Japanese culture.

For an additional cost, visitors can also opt for the “lunch with Akita Maiko” plan which features a delicious meal with regional dishes.

Details

Price
1 Maiko and Kaneyu guide: 33,500 JPY (includes a 1-hour tour and Maiko dance)

2 Maiko and Kaneyu guide: 61,800 JPY (includes a 1-hour tour and Maiko dance)

3 Maiko and Kaneyu guide: 90,100 JPY (includes a 1-hour tour and Maiko dance)

--- Costs for the lunch plan ---

2 Maiko: 92,600 JPY (covers 2 hours, a tour and dance. Meals must be paid separately.)

3 Maiko: 136,300 JPY (covers 2 hours, a tour and dance. Meals must be paid separately.)
Regular Holidays
Year-end & New Year Holidays (29 Dec - 3 Jan)
Business Hours
9:30 - 16:30
Activity Length
1 ~ 2 hours
Things to bring
When visiting Kaneyu, especially during the winter months, we highly recommend bringing warm socks. With tatami mat floors and the Japanese custom of removing shoes indoors, cozy socks will keep your feet toasty and allow you to fully enjoy the traditional Japanese experience.
Date / Time
Mon. ~ Sun. visitors can choose from the following time slots: 10:30~, 11:30~,12:30~, 13:30~(not available for the lunch plan)
Operation period
Year-round
Meeting Place
Kaneyu
Parking
Free Parking
Notes / Other
Please reserve through email or phone at least three days in advance.

Business / Company / Operator Details

Name
Kaneyu
Address
13-8 Yanagimachi, Noshiro, Akita Prefecture
URL
https://www.kaneyu.jp/
Email
kaneyu@shirakami.or.jp
Telephone
(+81) 185-55-3355 (only Japanese speakers available)
Business hours
9:30 ~ 16:30
Closed
Dec. 29 ~ Jan. 3

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