• "Gion Corner" is a dedicated theater located next to Gion, where traditional Japanese performances are performed every day. Here you can enjoy seven traditional art performances including "Kyo Odori" performed by maikos.
• It is very popular among Japanese and foreign tourists and is a tourist attraction with a strong international flavor.
• The venue also has an exhibition area introducing the "Kyoto Five Flowers Street", which introduces the history of "Maiko" to arriving tourists in the form of videos, text introductions, and physical displays.

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- Attraction Introduction -

"Gion Corner" is located next to a private theater in Gion, where traditional
Japanese performances are staged daily. Here, visitors can appreciate seven
traditional arts, including "Kyo-mai" performed by maiko. Located within the
"Yasaka Kaikan" next to the "Gion Kobe Kabu Renjo Small Theater," it is
popular with both Japanese and foreign tourists, making it a well-known
international attraction. The area also features an exhibition area showcasing
"Kyoto's Five Gladiators," using videos, text descriptions, and exhibits to
introduce the history of maiko to visitors.

- Performance content -

Seven traditional art experiences (in Japanese)

• Regular performances

【Kyoto Dance】Originating in Kyoto, Kyoto Dance is an elegant and dazzling
dance performed by maiko and geisha (in Kyoto, geisha are called geisha)
dressed in beautiful costumes.

【Tea Ceremony】A way of art that involves boiling water, brewing tea, and
serving tea, presented in a stand-up style (while seated in a chair) that is
easily accepted by foreigners.

【Ikebana】is an art form that combines flowers with various materials and then
appreciates and evaluates them.

【Koto】A Japanese musical instrument that has been passed down since ancient
times. It has 6 strings. By wearing ivory on your fingers and plucking the
strings, you can play beautiful harmonies.

【Gagaku】A type of ancient Japanese music and dance that was performed in the
palace, shrines, and temples. Visitors can enjoy the music and dance at the
same time.

【Kyogen】A type of comedy that presents the realities of the past in a humorous
and comical way.

Bunraku is a traditional Japanese puppet show. In 2003, it was designated as a
UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage.

• Winter Performance

[Kyoto Dance] [Tea Ceremony] [Flower Arrangement] [Koto] [Gagaku] [Kyogen]

*No Bunraku and Noh performances will be cancelled from December 1st to March 12th. Instead, six different programs will be condensed into a single 50-minute performance.