Geiko and maiko prepare for Baika-sai at Kitano Tenmangu.

Maiko and geiko serve matcha during Baika-sai.

Plum blossoms in bloom at Kitano Tenmangu.

Maiko and geiko serve matcha during Baika-sai.

🎎PLUM BLOSSOM FESTIVAL🌸

In the Kyōto calendar there are a few times each year when the public is able to rub shoulders with maiko and geiko for a small fee.
During 'Baika-sai' (梅花祭) geisha and maiko serve tea beside Kitano Tenman-gū's (北野天満宮) plum orchard.

#baikasai #梅花祭 #ume

Baika-sai coincides with one of the city's biggest market days, so you can expect Kitano Tenmangū (北野天満宮) to be bustling today!

#KitanoTenmangu #北野天満宮 #Baikasai #梅花祭 #天神さん #Tenjinsan #marketday #market