EVENTS & FESTIVALS

EVENTS & FESTIVALS

Hakone Geisha Event

Hakone is one of the most famous places to see and meet Geisha. There are events throughout the year to give visitors a chance to see, interact, and experience this amazing part of Japanese culture and history.

1. Geisha Café & Bar Hana(芸者カフェバーはな)

Opened in January 2025, Geisha Café & Bar Hana is a unique venue operating exclusively at night. During the day, the space serves as a training hall for geisha, but in the evening, it transforms into a charming café and bar.

Geisha personally serve drinks and food, offering guests an opportunity to enjoy conversation with them. The menu features carefully selected items, including the “Geisha Blend” coffee, as well as sake, wine, and more.

Opening Hours: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Closed: Sundays & Mondays

 

2. FURATTO GEISHA(ふらっと芸者)

At the Hakone Geisha Association’s training hall, you can enjoy an authentic geisha experience, including traditional geisha performances and interactive games.

Immerse yourself in the elegance of fan dances, playful parlor games, and the warm hospitality of real geisha. Don’t forget to take a commemorative photo with them in their stunning kimono!

[Flat Geisha Experience Details]

Experience: Chat and take photos with geisha, enjoy their dance performances and traditional games.
Schedule: First & third Saturday of each month
Time: 8:00 PM (40-minute session)
※Doors open 30 minutes before the performance.
※Additional charges apply for reservations outside the 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM time slot.
Admission Fee:
Adults (16+): ¥3,000
Children (6–15): ¥2,000
Infants (0–5): Free

3. The Hakone Geisha Dance(箱根をどり)

Once a year this special event showcases a famed local dance performed by the local geisha at the Geisha Kenban house in Hakone Yumoto. This traditional display of music, culture, and dance lasts 30 minutes and will have three different start times during the day.

The event is scheduled for June 14, 2025, and the show will last for 30 minutes.

If you need updated information, please visit https://geisha.co.jp/
or email us: yuukyaku@hakone.or.jp(Hakone DMO)