Kyoto Japanese Snack Bar, Karaoke & Shamisen night
・Enjoy live shamisen by a shamisen teacher
・Try Japanese party games and folk songs
・Sing English hits and anime songs at karaoke
・Explore historic Pontocho and geiko culture
・Visit a local snack bar with drinks and snacks
What to expect
Discover Kyoto's nightlife at a retro Japanese snack bar, where locals gather for drinks, karaoke, and conversation with the Mama, the bar's female host.
After a walk through Pontocho, one of Kyoto's traditional geisha districts, visit a local snack bar. Traditional snack bars are becoming harder to find.
Unlike private karaoke rooms, everyone sings together. Choose from English hits and anime songs.
Enjoy live shamisen music and folk songs performed by the Mama, a shamisen teacher. Try playing this traditional Japanese three-stringed instrument yourself. Enjoy party games too.
Unlimited selected drinks and light snacks included.
Duration: 120 minutes. No geiko or maiko participate. Smoking allowed. One beer per person included; extra beer costs more.
Good to know
・Shamisen is a traditional Japanese three-stringed instrument with a distinctive, powerful sound.
・Minyo are traditional Japanese folk songs that reflect local life, work, and festivals.
・Ozashiki games are playful traditional party games enjoyed in Japan’s geisha entertainment culture.
・Arrive 10 minutes early to meet your guide.
・Bring a valid photo ID. Participants must be 20 or older.
・Feel free to join the singing, games, and karaoke—even beginners are welcome.
・Geiko and maiko do not participate in this experience.
・Smoking is allowed inside the snack bar.
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