Step into Hakata’s geigi culture with this intimate transformation experience in Hakata Old Town. Participants are styled as a traditional Hakata geigi with professional white makeup, a Japanese-style wig, a formal black tomesode kimono, and a Hakata-ori kenjo obi tied in the distinctive yanagi style. The full preparation takes about 90 minutes.
Afterward, participants can spend around an hour strolling through the historic streets of Hakata Old Town, home to numerous temples and shrines. Unlike a standard kimono or yukata dressing experience, this program offers the chance to experience the complete look of a Hakata geigi while exploring the neighborhood where the tradition has long been part of local culture. Only one participant is accepted per time slot.
- Oct. 19, 2026 (Mon), Oct. 27, 2026 (Tue), Nov. 1, 2026 (Sun), Nov. 8, 2026 (Sun)
- 10:30~14:00 (until 15:00 on Nov. 1; approx. 3 hours; 1 participant per time slot)
- Fee: ¥27,000 (ages 15 & over)
- Reception: Hakata Machiya Furusatokan Exhibition Hall
- 6-10 Reisen-machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka
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