Private Experiences

After learning about the history of the shamisen and its unique sound, as well as the proper posture and technique for playing the instrument, participants will have the opportunity to try playing the shamisen themselves. The talk with the charming Mr. Shirome will also be popular. Depending on the weather, the event will be held either in the lounge or in the tea ceremony room.

・Introduction to the Roots of the Shamisen and Background of the Performance
・Shamisen Lecture
・Tea Ceremony: Please enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets and green tea.
・Performance by Mr. Hakumai.

※2 persons: ¥31,200 / 3 persons: ¥45,600 / 4 persons: ¥57,200
※Please note that 100% cancellation fee will be charged from one week prior to the reservation date.

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To maximize the effects of the spa, please take a bath before your treatment to warm up your body.Our therapists will prepare a combination treatment tailored to your needs from the following two treatment methods, depending on your concerns and areas of fatigue. Please enjoy the relaxation that only an in-room spa can offer.

Fulvic Acid Jojoba Oil Treatment
This treatment uses mineral-rich fulvic acid and jojoba oil to effectively relieve stiffness and fatigue while improving circulation. Excellent hand skills improve lymphatic circulation, and the mineral supply and detoxifying effect of fulvic acid effectively heal stiffness, swelling, and fatigue in various parts of the body.

Fir & Stretch
This treatment uses muscle rubbing and stretching without oil. It approaches the source of fatigue.

One person
70 minutes: ¥17,000
100 minutes: ¥24,000
130 minutes: ¥31,000 (tax and service charge included)

Pair course (two persons)
70 minutes: ¥34,000
100 minutes: ¥45,000

※Please note that 100% cancellation fee will be charged from two days prior to the reservation date.

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Take in the fresh air and enjoy mindfulness in a private space. Those new to yoga will receive careful guidance. Afterwards, enjoy Shikikanagi’s original slow-juice. In case of rain, the class will be canceled.

Two persons: ¥19,200
Three people: ¥26,400
Four people: ¥33,600 (including tax and service charge).

※Please note that 20% of the fee will be charged for cancellations up to five days prior to the reserved date, 50% for cancellations the day before, and 100% for cancellations on the day of the reservation.

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“Surugaya Gion Shimosato” is a confectioner in Gion that follows in the footsteps of the prestigious Sohonke Surugaya, which has been passed down by successive generations of artisans since the first year of Bunsei Era. The tea ceremony, dances of ”Geisha”, and other entertainment in the tatami room, as well as the taste of Gion’s traditional sweets, are all available in this elegant location, which is registered as a Tangible Cultural Asset. This is a special experience that is a condensed version of “only in Kyoto”. We hope you will enjoy this elegant and precious time.

【The tea ceremony by the seventh generation proprietress of Surugaya Gion Shimozato】
The proprietress herself will carefully explain the history of Japanese sweets and tea preparation. A casual and enjoyable tea ceremony experience.

【The dance performance by three gei-maiko from the region】
You can enjoy Kyoto’s unique and elegant dance performance up close. The beautiful dance performance will captivate your heart.

【Catering from Gion】
The Catering is a feast for both the eyes and the palate, using an abundance of seasonal ingredients.

Four people: ¥360,000 (including tax and service charge).

※Please contact us for consultation regarding the number of participants.
※This program requires transportation from the hotel (13-minute walk or 5-minute cab ride to Sugaraya Gion Shimosato).
※English and Chinese interpreters can be arranged (advance reservations required).
※Please note that 100% cancellation fee will be charged from one month prior to the reservation date.

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Kawai Kanjiro is a master of modern ceramics. Kawai Akiteru, the third generation of a three-generation pottery studio that has inherited his spirit, is a modern folk art artist who produces a wide variety of works, including tea ceremony utensils, vessels, and flower vases, all handmade. During a lecture given by Mr. Kawai himself, participants will create a work of art based on their memories of their trip to Kyoto. After creating your own work, enjoy matcha green tea served in one of Mr. Kawai’s matcha bowls. This is a ceramic art retreat experience where you can explore the beauty of the vessel and the “beauty of daily life” that lies behind it while looking at your own work of art.On the day of the experience, you can take home one of Mr. Kawai’s works as a souvenir. If you wish, your own work can be mailed to you after it has been fired.

※This program requires transportation from the hotel (13 minutes by cab to Pottery Studio)
※English and Chinese interpreters can be arranged (advance reservation required, charged)
※Please note that 100% cancellation fee will be charged from 2 days prior to the event.

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