Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready! in Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan

Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready!

Outty Ranking 35 3.0 · 3 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $25000

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35/100

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Is Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready! worth booking?

Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready! is a 1-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $25000 per person. It scores 35 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 3/5 rating across 3 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
35 / 100
Rating
3/5 (3)
Duration
1 hours
From
$25000 per person

Enter into a traditional Japanese kimono room to have an intimate experience watching a young geisha apply her traditional makeup and choose her outfit for her work. You will get an exclusive insight into the application

What you get

    About this experience

    Enter into a traditional Japanese kimono room to have an intimate experience watching a young geisha apply her traditional makeup and choose her outfit for her work. You will get an exclusive insight into the application of the infamous white makeup and also get to see all the beautiful accessories up-close and personal. Highlights: 1.Meet with authentic geisha 2.Exclusive insight into traditional japanese makeup techniques 3.Support the training of the young geisha by attending this experience

    What's included

    Included

    • Full makeup

    Not included

    • Private transportation

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Tokyo

    5 min walk from Exit 2 or 4 of Monzennakacho station. Very near to Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine. There is no sign outside the house, but Tomioka 1-26-7 is down a tiny lane to the left side and behind the yellow apartment bldg at 1-26-6.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    5 min walk from Exit 2 or 4 of Monzennakacho station. Very near to Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine. There is no sign outside the house, but Tomioka 1-26-7 is down a tiny lane to the left side and behind the yellow apartment bldg at 1-26-6.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 5 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Sayuki

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

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    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready!. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Barbara_M · November 2024

    Buyer Beware … Don’t Book This Event … Total Scam!

    I booked this over a month ago and paid in full. I received the confirmation and ticket with event time of 10:00 - 19:00. I wrote to Viator for separate times asking for the exact time of the event. I received the same email with the same starting times. At 14.30 on November 4, I arrived at the location listed on the ticket. I took a photo of the house and it is the same house as shown on the directions. I rang the doorbell four times and no answer. I tried to call the phone number listed on the instructions and the call couldn’t be completed. I waited outside for 1/2 hour and no one showed up so I left. This is a total scam and I want a full refund. No communication from this provider or Viator. Buyer beware! Very sad to have to write a bad review but this was something I was really looking forward to seeing and photographing.

    via Viator

    Slav_Marr · December 2019

    two faces of geisha

    Geishas are important part of japanese culture. In this event, you will enter the house, where some of such ladies live their daily life and you will see one of them preparing the make up, while another one will explain more about it. You will have a chance to ask what you were wondering, about their life, training, performance and so on. For those, interested in geishas and/or makeup related topics, it is a good opportunity to talk with them and see not only the white, professional face, but also the woman behind it. After geisha was ready with her makeup (this part took about an hour), we went to nearby bar to enjoy some time together with both geishas (reserve more time if you want to do this as well). We also had the chance to take pictures with them in front of nearby temple, that added to the experience.

    via Tripadvisor

    Jennifer S · September 2019

    Really an interesting process to see.

    We really enjoyed getting to see how a young geisha gets ready. Its far more inreicate than we thought. Time went way over the noted hour (hopefully that gets corrected for the next guest). Wish there was some more dialogue or interactive pieces while we were viewing to learn more about the process and culture. Happy we booked it.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    1 hours
    Free cancellation
    Non-refundable
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $25000 to $35000
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 35

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)71
    Review evidence (18% weight)20
    Booking momentum (14% weight)11
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)72
    Local standing (8% weight)20
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

    Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready!: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.

    How much does Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready! cost?

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    Prices start at $25000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready! take?

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    Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.

    Is Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready! worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 35 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready!?

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    No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.

    Is Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready! suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready!?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Watch the Young Geisha do their makeup and Get Ready! start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Tokyo?

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    Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Tokyo?

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    Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Tokyo?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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