Shrine-Maiden Experience in Kyoto
- In Japan, a "Miko" refers to a Shinto shrine maiden
- Dress in a Miko's costume immersing yourself in the revered traditions and customs of these mystical guardians of the shrine
- Any ladies over 12 years old can join this experience
Options
100 minute course with English staff Plan For 2~4 Person
Inclusions
Admission to attractions
English-speaking staff
Miko(shrine-maiden) Experience
Exclusions
Other personal expenses
Additional Info
This activity is only available for female participants
Participants must be aged 12+ to participate in this activity
Only women can join this Miko experience due to Japanese Shinto shrine rule
Please arrive at the meeting location 5 minutes prior to the start time
Any ladies over 12 years old can join this experience
Please put on white innerwear. If you have tabi sox and waist straps please bring them.If you don’t have them, please let us know. We’ll prepare and you can borrow them(it costs 500 yen for renting of tabi and straps, please pay directry on the spot).
What's included in Shrine-Maiden Experience in Kyoto
(Subject to Option Inclusions)
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What is Miko You’ve seen some girls in white robes and red skirts at shrines in Japan. They are called “Miko(巫女)” in Japanese. They used to be like shamans in ancient times, but now they are a kind of assistants of Shinto priests. Of course, they have to learn appropriate behavior in shrines even now.
The schedule of Miko(shrine-maiden) Experience
- Costume dressing
- Ceremonial manners(purifying,ringing bells, etc…)
- Sweep shrine precinct
- Formal worship (sanpai)
- Small lecture
- Photo time You can put on Chihaya(a formal jacket) and Kanzashi(a hair accessory) when you take pictures. You can take pictures anywhere you like
Meet
Venues
- Takenobu Inari Jinja Shrine 〒 604 8801 Kyoto Nakagyo Ward Imashinzaikenishicho 38
