The Japanese traditional Shishimai dance is a captivating performance that showcases Hokkaido’s rich cultural heritage. Two performers don ornate lion-like masks, moving through vibrant movements and intricate footwork, accompanied by rhythmic drumming. Following the enchanting dance, guests can indulge in a private dinner featuring a delightful array of local Hokkaido cuisine. This unique cultural experience, facilitated by an interpreter, offers a comfortable and accessible setting for guests to fully enjoy the traditions of this northern Japanese region.
Key Points
- Discover the captivating Shishimai dance, a traditional performance featuring dynamic movements and rhythmic drumming in Sapporo, Hokkaido.
- Enjoy a private dinner after the dance, with bottomless cups of local cuisine and all taxes and tips included.
- Experience a comprehensive cultural package with an interpreter to facilitate communication and ensure a hassle-free experience.
- The activity is wheelchair accessible and conveniently located near public transportation in central Sapporo.
- The non-refundable package starts at $614.30 per person, with pickup options available from the meeting point.
Overview and Pricing
This experience offers visitors the opportunity to witness the captivating Japanese traditional Shishimai dance and enjoy a private dinner in Sapporo, Hokkaido.
Priced from $614.30 per person, the package includes an interpreter, the Shishimai dance performance fee, a bottomless dinner, and all taxes and tips.
It’s a non-refundable activity, so no refunds are available for cancellations.
The meeting point is COCONO SUSUKINO in central Sapporo, with pickup options provided by the interpreter at the lobby or basement floor.
This private tour ensures that only your group participates, with the activity ending back at the meeting point.
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Inclusions
The package includes an interpreter to facilitate communication, the Shishimai dance performance fee, a bottomless dinner, and all applicable consumption taxes and tips.
The interpreter ensures guests can fully experience and engage with the traditional Japanese dance performance. The dinner cost is covered, allowing guests to enjoy a feast without worrying about the bill.
All necessary fees and gratuities are included, providing a hassle-free experience. This comprehensive package ensures guests can enjoy the cultural experience without any additional out-of-pocket expenses.
Meeting and Pickup
Although the meeting point is located at COCONO SUSUKINO in Sapporo, pickup options are available.
An interpreter will welcome guests at the lobby or basement floor to ensure a seamless experience.
The meeting point is situated in Chuo Ward, providing convenient access for participants.
With the interpreter’s guidance, guests can easily find the location and begin their private tour of the Japanese traditional Shishimai Dance and Hokkaido dinner.
The activity confirmation is received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability, so guests can plan their itinerary with confidence.
Activity Details
As this is a private tour, only your group will participate in the Japanese traditional Shishimai Dance and private Hokkaido dinner experience.
The activity begins and ends at the meeting point, COCONO SUSUKINO. An interpreter will welcome you at the lobby or basement floor.
Confirmation of your booking is received within 48 hours, subject to availability. The Shishimai dance performance fee and dinner cost, including a bottomless cup, are included.
Consumption tax and tips are also covered. The experience is wheelchair accessible and near public transportation, making it accessible for most travelers.
Accessibility and Participation
Being wheelchair accessible, the experience can be enjoyed by most travelers.
The tour meeting point and pickup options are located near public transportation, making it convenient for guests to arrive.
The private nature of the activity also ensures that participants can fully enjoy the traditional Shishimai dance and Hokkaido dinner without worrying about accessibility challenges.
With an interpreter provided, language barriers are minimized, allowing guests to fully appreciate the cultural experience.
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The Shishimai Dance
The Shishimai dance is a captivating traditional performance that guests will have the opportunity to witness during this unique experience.
Originating from Sapporo, the Shishimai is a dance performed by two performers wearing ornate lion-like masks. The dance is characterized by dynamic movements, intricate footwork, and rhythmic drumming, creating a visually stunning and energetic display.
Guests will be mesmerized as the Shishimai dancers gracefully and powerfully move across the performance space, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Hokkaido.
This immersive experience will provide a memorable glimpse into Japan’s vibrant traditional arts.
The Private Hokkaido Dinner
Following the private Shishimai dance performance, guests will savor a delightful private dinner in Sapporo, Hokkaido.
The dinner includes a bottomless cup, ensuring guests can fully enjoy the local cuisine. An interpreter is provided to facilitate the experience. Dinner costs are covered, along with consumption tax and tips.
The private dinner takes place after the Shishimai dance, providing a complete culture.
The entire experience – from the traditional dance to the private dinner – is wheelchair accessible and located near public transportation, making it accessible to most travelers.
The Sum Up
Experience the captivating Shishimai dance and indulge in a delightful private Hokkaido dinner. This culture showcases Hokkaido’s rich heritage, with an interpreter facilitating communication in a comfortable, wheelchair-accessible setting near Sapporo’s public transportation. Guests can fully enjoy this unique cultural experience.
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