KYOTO · LIVE MUSIC
The ones worth booking.
The 6 kyoto concerts worth planning an evening around. A short list of the performances audiences leave humming, with seats, run times and where the music plays.
Intimate Kyoto concerts featuring professional koto and shamisen in a traditional townhouse or historic bathhouse, with Q&A and optional koto practice.
Most Popular“Amazing experience. Loved the music and the atmosphere. The people who organised this event really put all their passion and dedication into our tour of the traditional Japanese music. Highly recommended.”
Intimate Kyoto home concert featuring koto and shamisen, with clear instrument explanations, live music, Q&A, and photos. Cozy and $38.
“What an amazing experience, I loved every second. Original and inspiring 😃”
Kyoto koto and shamisen concert in a small home, with Q&A and hands-on koto class. Professional performance for about 1–100 minutes.
“It was perfect! One of my favorite songs was KAI and she played it perfectly. Overall a beautiful experience :)”
Kyoto koto and shamisen concert in a cozy old house: intro, pro performance, Q&A, photos, then you try the koto. 100 minutes.
“I loved everything about it - the musicianship was superb and humbling to have the privilege to watch in such an intimate manner - I was the only person present other than the performer and guides. The lesson was excellent and gave me an insight in very short time into some of the many techniques…”
Traditional koto and shamisen in a renovated Kyoto sento near Kyoto Station. One-hour concert with mobile ticket, great value and atmosphere.
“A fun unique experience to add to your itinerary!! The bathhouse is stunning and it was such a unique way to learn about and listen to traditional japanese instruments!”
Private koto and kokyu concert in a renovated Kyoto machiya with close-up music, relaxed seating, and a mobile ticket. About 1 hour.
“My family thoroughly enjoyed this concert. The music was beautiful and the musician was accomplished. At the end of the concert, my kids were encouraged and allowed to try the instruments. Both ladies were kind and friendly and made for a very pleasant afternoon.”
