When Karrie and I headed towards Kyoto my head was filled with ideas about seeing a Maiko or Geisha. Last time I was in Kyoto the previous February 2014 I wasn't able to catch one in Gion. Due to my work schedule I couldn't go to the area where the traditional tea houses were during 'tea time' to catch them en-route to their destination of the evening.
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| The narrow streets ascending and descending around temples a plenty. |
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| During the summer there were tonnes of people everywhere but I cannot blame them the weather was lovely in the beginning of June. |
The prices were a bit higher than I would have imagined. Though with the amount of work that they put into getting you to look like the real deal it was worth it.
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| I had so much fun! After sitting quite a while (over an hour for hair and make up) it was time to stand in a line to get dressed. The ladies that were dressing the make shift Maiko's were quick and efficient since there are so many layers. There would be no way that I could remember. Inside Kyoto (General Information) Kyoto Maiko (Inquire for more information) Kyoto Project (Approximate prices and packages) |
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| Don't forget to eat some yummy food from Kyoto! |
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| Boys can dress up as Samurais and it is much cheaper. |
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| Matcha everything! |
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| Remember to get the package with the professional photos :P Enjoy Kyoto! |
