Top Kansai Shows & Performances

Get more out of time in Kyoto with this exciting cultural experience in Kyoto’s Kagai district. Visit the Gion Kagai Art Museum—with admission included so you don’t have to wait in ticket lines—and enjoy the special opportunity to watch “geiko” and “maiko” sing and dance during a live performance in the atmospheric banquet room.

• Looking for something to do in Kyoto in the evening? Experience unforgettable live entertainment at DRUM TAO THEATER KYOTO. • One of Kyoto's most memorable evening experiences. Many visitors describe DRUM TAO as a highlight of their trip. • See what international guests have to say on our official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drumtao_kyoto/ • A uniquely Japanese stage production combining taiko drumming, traditional instruments, dynamic movement, costumes, lighting, and visual effects. • A non-verbal performance of approximately 50 minutes, making it easy for international visitors to enjoy. • HIBIKI is an energetic and interactive show with audience participation, while YUME offers an immersive journey through dream and fantasy. • During HIBIKI, selected guests may be invited on stage to play taiko with the performers. • Conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit. • Reserved seating included. • One drink included.

◆Beautiful Dance by Maiko Enjoy the elegant dance of Maiko up close. Alongside your meal, the Maiko’s delicate and captivating dance performed right in front of you adds an extra layer of elegance to your special experience. ◆Traditional Games Ozashiki asobi (Traditional Games) offers a rare opportunity to deeply experience Kyoto’s culture. Through traditional games, we create a joyful and memorable time, making your experience even more special. ◆Omakase Course Menu We offer a luxurious course menu featuring carefully selected Kyoto vegetables, fresh seafood, and Satsuma Wagyu beef. Chef Tominaga combines the creative freedom nurtured in New York with the traditional techniques refined in Kyoto, crafting each dish with great care. We promise a special moment to enjoy the seasonal flavors throughout the year.