Duration
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Guided tour
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Join a 45-minute shared tea ceremony conducted in English near Kinkaku-ji.
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Take part as a guest in an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, not just a demonstration.
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Learn the proper etiquette, gestures, and flow of the ceremony inside a traditional tatami room.
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Prepare and whisk matcha using traditional tea utensils.
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Upgrade your experience with a kimono dressing option (minimum 2 guests required).
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45-minute shared tea ceremony session
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Tea ceremony conducted in English
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Matcha preparation and tasting
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Introduction to tea ceremony etiquette
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Kimono dressing during the ceremony (if option selected)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Step into Kyoto’s tea culture through a 45-minute shared tea ceremony held near Kinkaku-ji. Conducted in English, this session allows you to actively participate as a guest while learning the refined customs and etiquette of the Japanese tea tradition.
Getting started
Arrive at the tea house before your scheduled time and present your booking confirmation. After a brief introduction to tea ceremony etiquette, you’ll enter the tatami-lined room where the session takes place.
What to expect
Tea Ceremony experience
Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony led by an experienced instructor — known for preserving one of Japan’s most respected tea traditions.
Features
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Learn how to handle the tea bowl properly as a guest
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Prepare and whisk matcha using traditional utensils
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Observe the movements and sequence that define the ceremony
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Experience the quiet, respectful atmosphere of a traditional tea room
Upgrades
Enhance your experience by choosing the kimono upgrade — wear elegant Japanese attire during the ceremony and capture memorable photos throughout the house.
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What to bring
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Please bring your booking confirmation, either in digital or printed form, to present upon arrival.
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You must wear socks, as shoes are not permitted inside the tatami tea room.
What’s not allowed
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Guests must not engage in loud conversations or disruptive behaviour, as the tea ceremony requires a quiet and respectful atmosphere.
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Guests who arrive late beyond their scheduled session time may not be accommodated.
Accessibility
- Chairs are available for guests who are unable to sit on tatami mats, but you should inform the instructor in advance if you require one.
Additional information
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This is a shared tea ceremony experience conducted with other participants.
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The seating capacity may reach approximately 13 guests during high season.
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The tea room requires a calm and quiet atmosphere throughout the session.
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If small children become disruptive during the ceremony, guests may be asked to step outside in order to maintain the setting.
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Guests who select the kimono option must arrive at least 20 minutes before the session begins for dressing.
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For children under 7–8 years old who select the kimono option, a yukata will be provided instead of a kimono.
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The kimono option requires a minimum booking of two guests.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
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Please arrive at the attraction 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Ticket Redemption Point
- Please check your voucher for final instructions.
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