Kamogawa Odori (Kamo River Dance)
May 9th, 2008 by Carolyn ToddPhoto: Carolyn Todd
Date: May 1st β 24th
Location: Pontocho Kaburen-jo Theatre, Kyoto
Access: Keihan Line, Shijo Station; city bus, Kawaramachi Sanjo stop
This is a month of dancing by maiko and geiko (geisha) based in the Pontocho area of Kyoto, which is located along the west side of the Kamogawa River between Sanjo and Shijo streets. The event was established in 1872 for the Kyoto Exposition and has continued since that time.
Three times a day, the maiko perform a series of elegant and colourful dances in an event which brings the public up close with the elusive maiko and geiko of Kyoto.
Various tickets are available, with or without tea. For details, contact the theatre on: 075-221-2025
