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Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE.

Watch, taste and experience traditional Japanese performing arts.

Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE.

Watch, taste and experience traditional Japanese performing arts.

Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE.

Watch, taste and experience traditional Japanese performing arts.

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What is WANOKA?

Japan's representative traditional performing arts

WANOKA About

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Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE, located in the Kawabata-dori shopping arcade in Hakata's Old Town, is a venue with over 100 years of history where you can experience traditional performing arts up close.
One of its greatest attractions is the opportunity to experience and appreciate representative Japanese arts, such as Japanese dance, shamisen, and tea ceremony, up close.
In particular, there is no other place where you can experience tea ceremony at any time, making for a truly special experience.
With the heartfelt hospitality of the proprietress, who was born and raised in Hakata, the welcoming presence of adorable maiko (traditional Japanese dance girls), and on-site interpreters, international guests can feel at ease and enjoy the profound depth of Japanese life and traditional performing arts.

Japan's representative traditional performing arts

WANOKA About

hakata maiko chaya WANOKA no OMOTE LOGO

Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE, located in the Kawabata-dori shopping arcade in Hakata's Old Town, is a venue with over 100 years of history where you can experience traditional performing arts up close.
One of its greatest attractions is the opportunity to experience and appreciate representative Japanese arts, such as Japanese dance, shamisen, and tea ceremony, up close.
In particular, there is no other place where you can experience tea ceremony at any time, making for a truly special experience.
With the heartfelt hospitality of the proprietress, who was born and raised in Hakata, the welcoming presence of adorable maiko (traditional Japanese dance girls), and on-site interpreters, international guests can feel at ease and enjoy the profound depth of Japanese life and traditional performing arts.

Greetings from the Roprietress of WANOKA.

Greetings from the proprietress WANOKA.
roprietress of Hakata-Geidokoro WANOKA.

I'm KATURAKO WATANABE, the proprietress of Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE.
Thank you very much for visiting the WANOKA website.

I was born and raised in Hakata(Fukuoka), and from a young age I have been familiar with traditional performing arts, including Japanese dance. Each dance, sound, and movement is imbued with the heart, beauty of the seasons, and compassion that Japanese people cherish.
Traditional performing arts can sometimes seem difficult or intimidating, but they are actually much more accessible, fun, and relaxing. WANOKA was born from this idea.

Here, even first-time visitors can easily experience traditional Japanese dance, shamisen, tea ceremony, and more. We hope you will feel the depth and warmth of Japanese culture through the smiles of the dance girls, the sound of the music, and the aroma of the tea.
We will welcome you wholeheartedly, transcending language and cultural differences, so that the charm of Japan can be conveyed to as many people as possible. We look forward to the day we can meet you.

Roprietress of WANOKA:KATURAKO WATANABE
Originally from Gion-cho, Hakata Ward, he began learning Japanese dance at the age of three, and after becoming an adult, he taught children the basics. He then ran a cafe in an old Japanese house in Nakama City, Fukuoka Prefecture, before working as a professional traditional performer at Hakata Kenban in 2019.
Hoping to create a casual and enjoyable space to preserve traditional performing arts and culture, he opened Hakata-Geidokoro WANOKA in Kawabatadori Shopping Arcade in 2023.
In February 2026, the store will expand, the service name will be changed to "Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE," and a new service system will be launched.

Traditional performing arts experience

Experience

Traditional Japanese performing arts and cultural experiences

At Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE, you can experience traditional performing arts and culture that have been passed down over the years, such as Japanese dance, shamisen, and tea ceremony, up close.
To ensure that first-time visitors and foreign visitors can enjoy the experience with peace of mind, we have interpreters on site to provide clear and thorough guidance, and we are committed to providing a moment where you can experience the depth and warmth of Japanese culture.
As of February 2026, the experience and tea ceremony services have been divided into daytime and evening sessions.
When making a reservation via Instagram DM, please be sure to check the time.

*Please inquire about the availability of the Maiko experience for men.

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Japanese Lifestyle and Traditional Performing Arts.

Hakata Maiko Tour

15,000JPY[Tax included]

This luxurious course allows you to experience traditional Japanese performing arts such as Japanese dance, shamisen, ozashiki-asobi (traditional Japanese games), and tea ceremony in a rare arts center in Fukuoka. Enjoy Japanese hospitality to your heart's content.

Experience time60minutes～
Start time11:00, 13:00, 15:00
Guide availability and languageGuided tour available in English
Minimum number of participants2 people Maximum 8 people
Date of operationAll year round
お申し込み

Feel free to!

Maiko transformation experiences image.

One of the few Maiko transformation experiences in Fukuoka.

Become a maiko!!

15,000JPY[Tax included]

Why not try becoming a maiko yourself? You can experience styling your own Japanese hairstyle, applying traditional Japanese makeup (shironuri), and wearing a furisode kimono (long-sleeved kimono). We recommend this experience as a way to create memories of your time in Japan.

Experience time120minutes.
Start time11:00, 16:00
Guide availability and languageGuided tour available in English
Minimum number of participants1 people Maximum 2 people
Date of operationAll year round
What to bringMakeup tools
お申し込み

Popularity!

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Commemorative photo and tea ceremony experience with sweets

A snap with a dancer!

4,000JPY[Tax included]

This course allows you to take photos with a maiko and experience the tea ceremony by making your own tea. Enjoy carefully selected Japanese sweets and authentic tea. Create a memorable photo of Japan!

Experience time60minutes
Start time11:00, 16:00
Guide availability and languageGuided tour available in English
Minimum number of participants2 people Maximum 8 people
Date of operationAll year round
What to bringCameras and smartphones
お申し込み

Great deal

How to Apply

Apply

To apply for a traditional Japanese performing arts and cultural experience, please make your reservation through the local experience-based optional tour booking website[VELTRA (English)].
Please be careful not to make any mistakes when booking your date and time.
If you arrive late, your reservation may be cancelled.

VELTRA(English)
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Tea ceremony experience. Image of the tea room.
Image of tea sweets (Japanese sweets) served at WANOKA.

Metaverse

Metaverse

The world of WANOKA expands in the metaverse!

Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE is currently hosting "WANOKA Metaverse World," a metaverse recreation of the actual WANOKA atmosphere.
In the metaverse, you can easily experience traditional Japanese performing arts and culture through competitive mini-games on the Konpira Fune Fune and gacha elements.By touring the space with an avatar and experiencing dance and play, you can feel the charm of "wa" (harmony), transcending language and distance.
This new experience can be enjoyed as a way to prepare for a real-life visit or as a gateway to Japanese culture.

Traditional performing arts battle mini-game

Participatory content where you can play with Maiko. Based on traditional games, users can compete against each other or against Maiko avatars.

Culture-themed gacha elements

By collecting points within the world, you can obtain digital items such as Japanese-style avatars and dance motions. This collectible element will stimulate your interest in cultural elements.

Exclusive footage

By collecting certain items, you will be able to watch special videos that can only be seen here. The videos include content that you would not normally see, such as maiko dances and behind-the-scenes footage.

DEMO Movie

How to play

For Mobile

App installation required.
Please install the free "Spatial app" to access this feature.
The app is available from various stores. You can customize your avatar and move between worlds using in-app controls.

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For Mobile

App installation required.
Please install the free "Spatial app" to access this feature.
The app is available from various stores. You can customize your avatar and move between worlds using in-app controls.

Apple app dl butto
Google app dl button

For PC

Accessible via browser.
World name: Wanoka Metaverse World
By connecting to the official Spatial link, you can immediately enter the world without registering an account.
Users can control their avatars and access content directly from their browser.

Access from PC here.

Access WANOKA Metaverse World!

For PC

Accessible via browser.
World name: Wanoka Metaverse World
By connecting to the official Spatial link, you can immediately enter the world without registering an account.
Users can control their avatars and access content directly from their browser.

Access from PC here.

Access WANOKA Metaverse World!

Information

ABOUT

Store nameHakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE
RepresentativeKATURAKO WATANABE
Establishment2023/6
Location4-220 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata-ku,
Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka 812-0026, Japan
Business contentTraditional performing arts and culture.
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Route from Hakata Station.

Location of Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE

Address: 4-220 Kamikawabata-cho, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, 812-0026

Public transport

  • When using JR and subway >> Root Link(GoogleMap)
    1.Get off at JR Hakata Station > Take the Nanakuma Subway Line > Get off at Kushida Jinja-mae > Exit N17 to the ground.
    2.From the subway exit, cross the crosswalk at the Gionmachi Nishi intersection in the direction of the 7-Eleven.
    3.Turn left at the corner of the Seven-Eleven and enter Kawabata Shopping Arcade.
    4.Go straight through Kawabata Shopping Arcade and when you see Daiso, go to the next store.
    5.Arrived at Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE.
  • If you use Nishitetsu trains and buses >> Route link(GoogleMap)
    1.Get off at Nishitetsu "Fukuoka Station" > Cross the main street in front of you towards "Daimaru" and go straight on the main street with a left.
    2.Turn left at the Watanabe-dori 4-chome intersection and board the No. 8 bus bound for Hakata Station at the Tenjin 1-chome bus stop.
    3.Get off at Canal City Hakata bus stop.
    4.From the bus stop, head towards Tenjin, turn right at the first intersection, and go straight until you reach Kawabata Shopping Arcade.
    5.Turn left at the corner of the Seven-Eleven and enter Kawabata Shopping Arcade.
    6.Go straight through Kawabata Shopping Arcade and when you see Daiso, go to the next store.
    7.Arrived at Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE.

By car

  • From Tenjin: Turn left onto Kokutai-dori at the intersection of Tenjin's main street, Watanabe-dori 4-chome, and go straight (5 minutes). Park in the parking lot at Gion-machi Nishi.
  • From Hakata: From Hakata Station, go straight along Hakata Ekimae-dori Street towards Canal City Hakata (5 minutes) and park in the parking lot at Gionmachi Nishi.
    *Please use the paid parking lots in the surrounding area.

FAQ

FAQ

What kind of experience can I have?

A.You can experience a comprehensive range of traditional Japanese performing arts and culture, including Japanese dance, shamisen performances, parlor games (interacting with geisha), and tea ceremony (sado).

Do I need an appointment?

A.Yes, advance reservations are usually required. They are also available on VELTRA, a local experience-based optional tour booking site, and courses are divided according to the experience content.
・Hakata Maiko Tour: Full course of Japanese dance, shamisen, parlor games, and tea ceremony (starting from 60 minutes)
・Become a Maiko! : Maiko transformation experience (120 minutes)
・Take a photo with a maiko!: Commemorative photo + tea ceremony experience (60 minutes)

Is English spoken?

A.As we have many customers from English-speaking countries, we have an English interpreter on hand and can provide support in English. Please contact us for languages ​​other than English.

How much does it cost?

A.It depends on the experience, but there are plans for multiple people.Please check here for details.

Where is the location?

A.Located in the Nakasu Kawabata area of ​​Hakata, Fukuoka City, it is close to Kushida Shrine, Kawabata Shopping Street, and Tenjin.

More detailed location information here

Is there parking available?

A.There is no parking lot at Wano Katsura.
Please use the paid parking lots in the surrounding area.
Public transportation (subway and bus) is convenient.

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Hakata-Maiko-Chaya WANOKA-no-OMOTE

4-220 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata-ku,
Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka 8120026, Japan

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Open：11:00-17:00(JP)

Closed days：Saturday, Sunday

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+81-092-292-9472

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