This 7-day journey is designed for travelers drawn to Japan’s classical performing arts. Moving from Tokyo to Kyoto, the itinerary pairs live Kabuki and Noh performances with the neighborhoods, theatres, and traditions that shaped them, offering a rare look at an art form still performed today much as it was centuries ago.

In Tokyo, explore historic Asakusa and Senso-ji Temple, see the handprints of celebrated Kabuki actors at Asakusa Public Hall Star Plaza, cruise the Sumida River to the serene Hamarikyu Gardens, and attend a Kabuki performance at Kabukiza Theatre with an English earphone guide. In Kyoto, stand where Izumo no Okuni first danced beside the Kamo River, wander the wooden teahouses of Gion Shirakawa and Hanamikoji, take part in a tea ceremony, and watch a Noh and Kyogen program at the historic Kongo Noh Theatre. The journey closes with the Golden Pavilion of Kinkakuji, the geisha district of Kamishichiken, and a Maiko dance performance.

With guided sightseeing, reserved theatre seats, and thoughtfully paced scheduling, this tour offers a comfortable and deeply rewarding way to encounter Japan’s living stage traditions — especially ideal for travelers who want context and expert commentary alongside each performance.

Why This Tour Stands Out

• Attend both a Kabuki performance in Tokyo and a Noh and Kyogen program in Kyoto, with reserved seats arranged for you.
• Visit the places where these traditions began, from Kabukiza Theatre to the birthplace of Kabuki beside the Kamo River.
• Travel with a knowledgeable guide who provides context and pre-performance commentary, so nothing is lost in translation.
• A perfect choice for travelers with an interest in theatre, history, and traditional Japanese culture.

Limited Departure Dates

Because performance schedules are set by the theatres, this tour operates on the following departure dates only:

・October 7 (Wed) – October 13 (Tue), 2026
・November 4 (Wed) – November 10 (Tue), 2026
・November 18 (Wed) – November 24 (Tue), 2026
・December 9 (Wed) – December 15 (Tue), 2026
・December 16 (Wed) – December 22 (Tue), 2026

Please contact us early, as seats for each departure are limited.

Tour Pricing

Tour prices do not include airfare, guide tips, meals, or transportation to/from airports.

*Exchange rate used: 1 USD = 160 JPY

Group size is flexible—please contact us for details.

Please note that prices may also vary during high-demand periods, including:
・Autumn foliage season
・Long holiday weekends

Final pricing will be confirmed based on travel dates and availability.

Itinerary

Day 1 | Tokyo

Relax at your hotel and settle in after arrival.

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel in Tokyo

Day 2 | Tokyo

• Visit Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise Street (Tokyo’s oldest temple, with a lively traditional shopping street)
• Visit Asakusa Public Hall Star Plaza (handprints of famous Kabuki actors set into the pavement)
• Sumida River Cruise from Asakusa to Hamarikyu (approx. 40 mins)
• Visit Hamarikyu Gardens (former shogun’s seaside garden with a teahouse on the pond)
• Explore Ginza Area on foot

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel in Tokyo

Day 3 | Tokyo

• Visit Tsukiji Outer Market (bustling market of fresh seafood and street food stalls)
• Kabuki Performance at Kabukiza Theatre (Japan’s foremost Kabuki theatre, with English earphone guide)
• Makunouchi bento lunch at the theatre
• Visit Kabukiza Gallery (stage props and costumes on display, subject to availability)
• Visit Kobikicho Hiroba (souvenir arcade beneath the Kabukiza Theatre)

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel in Tokyo

Day 4 | Kyoto

• Bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto (approx. 2.5 hrs)
• Visit Statue of Izumo no Okuni and Minamiza Theatre (birthplace of Kabuki beside the Kamo River)
• Explore Gion Area (e.g. Gion Shirakawa and Hanamikoji, a preserved geisha quarter of wooden teahouses)
• Visit Yasaka Shrine (guardian shrine of Gion, long tied to the performing arts)
• Tea Ceremony Experience (a cultural experience of preparing and enjoying Japanese tea)

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel in Kyoto

Day 5 | Kyoto

• Visit Nishijin Textile Center (home of the woven silk used for Noh costumes)
• Visit Kyoto Imperial Palace Park (grounds of the imperial court that nurtured Noh)
• Lunch at a local restaurant
• Noh Performance at Kongo Noh Theatre (historic Kyoto Noh stage, Noh and Kyogen program with pre-performance commentary, approx. 3 hrs)

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel in Kyoto

Day 6 | Kyoto

• Visit Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion of Yoshimitsu, the shogun who supported Noh)
• Visit Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (where Izumo no Okuni first danced Kabuki in 1603)
• Explore Kamishichiken (Kyoto’s oldest geisha district, beside Kitano Tenmangu)
• Maiko Dance Performance (traditional dance by Kyoto’s apprentice geisha, subject to availability)

Hotel: 3 Star Hotel in Kyoto

Day 7 | Kyoto

Check out from your hotel and transfer to Kansai International Airport.

If you’d like to extend your stay, add experiences, or arrange hotels only without a guide, we’re happy to customize your plans.

Inclusions

• Private tour
• Dedicated English-speaking guide
• 7 days itinerary
• 6 nights accommodation in 3 star accommodation
• Breakfast everyday
• Public transportation
• All entry fees to sites, activities as specified
• Ride the shinkansen bullet train
• Kabuki performance ticket at Kabukiza Theatre, with English earphone guide
• Noh and Kyogen performance ticket at Kongo Noh Theatre
• Tea ceremony experience in Kyoto
• Maiko dance performance in Kyoto
• Sumida River cruise from Asakusa to Hamarikyu
• Makunouchi bento lunch at Kabukiza Theatre (Day 3)
• Lunch at a local restaurant (Day 5)

Exclusions

• International airfares
• Arrival airport transfer / Departure airport transfer
• Visas
• Tipping
• Optional activities
• Personal expenses
• Luggage transfer for bullet train (if required)
• Travel Insurance
• Anything not mentioned in the itinerary

Important Notes

If your inquiry is made within three months of your desired arrival date, the above prices may not apply. In such cases, we will provide a custom quotation based on availability and travel conditions.

This tour is available on the listed departure dates only, as the schedule is built around the performance calendars of Kabukiza Theatre and Kongo Noh Theatre. Programs, casting, and performance times are determined by the theatres and may change without notice. The Kabukiza Gallery and the Maiko dance performance are subject to availability, and alternative arrangements will be made if they cannot be held.

Tell Us More, and We’ll Find the Best Plan for You

Interested in this 7-day package? Contact us anytime to begin planning your trip.

If you would like to extend your stay or add more experiences, we can arrange additional days, activities, or accommodations upon request.

We also offer fully customized itineraries tailored to your interests and travel style. To learn more, check out Tailor-Made Tour by ENJYU JAPAN.