The first of the annual Geisha performances in Kyoto, the Kitano Odori is performed by Geiko from the Kamishichen area. It contains three parts, a short play, a series of dances and the Kamishichiken serenade.It began in 1952 to celebrate the anniversary of the founding of nearby Kitan Tenmangu shrine. They have two performances per day at the Kamishichiken Kabukai. Tickets range from 4,300 to 4,800 yen depending on the inclusion of tea service and are available from travel agents and online.
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| Venue: | Kamishichiken Kaburenjo Theater |
| Entry: | ¥4,300 – ¥4,800 |
| Weather |
Typical weather at this time
High: 19 ℃ Low: 6 ℃
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| Access: |
0.6 km from Kitano-Hakubaichō Station Kitano Line (B9) 1.2 km from Tōjiin Station Kitano Line (B8) |
| Web: | http://www.maiko3.com/
Link in Japanese |
| Area: | Kyoto |
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