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Tea Ceremony in Kyoto
Kimono-clad woman in traditional Kyoto machiya during tea ceremony.
Hands tying an obi on a floral kimono during a rental experience in Tokyo.
Couple in traditional Japanese attire enjoying tea ceremony indoors.
Kimono-clad person performing tea ceremony with matcha in Tokyo.
Two men in traditional attire posing with swords in a Japanese room.
Traditional tea ceremony setup in a Kyoto machiya with tea utensils and a kettle.
Kyoto machiya interior with traditional garden view, featuring bonsai trees and wooden walkway.
Person in kimono sitting in traditional Kyoto tea room, looking at garden.
Tea ceremony utensils and kimono in Tokyo.
Matcha tea and traditional sweet in Kyoto Machiya tea ceremony.
Kimono fitting during Kyoto Machiya tea ceremony experience.
Person in kimono kneeling in traditional Kyoto machiya, preparing for tea ceremony.
Tourist in red kimono sitting in traditional Japanese garden.
Kyoto machiya with woman in kimono sitting, part of tea ceremony experience.
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1 hr 30 min
  • Wear a traditional kimono and take part in a tea ceremony inside Nishijin Tondaya, a historic machiya townhouse in Kyoto.

  • Experience tea culture in a preserved merchant house built in 1885 and registered as a National Cultural Heritage property.

  • Choose between regular kimono or upgrade to a premium silk kimono for a more refined traditional look.

  • Explore the interior of a large-scale kimono wholesaler’s residence from the Meiji era, featuring traditional architecture and inner gardens.

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  • Wear a traditional kimono and take part in a tea ceremony inside Nishijin Tondaya, a historic machiya townhouse in Kyoto.

  • Experience tea culture in a preserved merchant house built in 1885 and registered as a National Cultural Heritage property.

  • Choose between regular kimono or upgrade to a premium silk kimono for a more refined traditional look.

  • Explore the interior of a large-scale kimono wholesaler’s residence from the Meiji era, featuring traditional architecture and inner gardens.

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¥27,000
Participants in traditional attire at a Japanese tea ceremony, learning matcha-making techniques.
Person performing traditional Japanese tea ceremony with matcha tools.
Whisking matcha in a bowl during a tea ceremony in Kyoto.
Entrance to Koto tea ceremony venue with yellow curtain in Japan.
Licensed tea master instructing guest on matcha whisking near Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion.
Pouring water during a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto, Japan.
Tea ceremony in Kyoto with a woman in kimono preparing tea on tatami mats.
Hands holding a tea bowl during a Kyoto tea ceremony.
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45 min
  • Join a 45-minute shared tea ceremony conducted in English near Kinkaku-ji.

  • Take part as a guest in an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, not just a demonstration.

  • Learn the proper etiquette, gestures, and flow of the ceremony inside a traditional tatami room.

  • Prepare and whisk matcha using traditional tea utensils.

  • Upgrade your experience with a kimono dressing option (minimum 2 guests required).

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  • Join a 45-minute shared tea ceremony conducted in English near Kinkaku-ji.

  • Take part as a guest in an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, not just a demonstration.

  • Learn the proper etiquette, gestures, and flow of the ceremony inside a traditional tatami room.

  • Prepare and whisk matcha using traditional tea utensils.

  • Upgrade your experience with a kimono dressing option (minimum 2 guests required).

from
¥3,500
Tea ceremony participant preparing matcha in traditional Japanese room.
Participants in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, seated on tatami mats.
Japanese sweets assortment on a black plate for a private tea ceremony experience.
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony with steaming tea bowl and utensils.
Traditional Japanese house with wooden sliding doors, surrounded by lush greenery, ideal for a tea ceremony experience.
Tea ceremony in Kyoto teahouse with woman in kimono preparing tea.
Hand pouring hot water into a teapot during a traditional tea ceremony in Japan.
Participants in traditional attire during a Japanese tea ceremony.
Person in kimono performing traditional tea ceremony in Japanese tatami room.
Person performing traditional tea ceremony in Japanese room.
Couple in traditional attire with umbrellas during a tea ceremony experience in a Japanese garden.
Two people in kimonos ascend steps at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto.
Stone street in Gion, Kyoto, with traditional wooden buildings and a large weeping tree.
Couple in kimonos walking down a Kyoto street with a pagoda in the background.
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45 min
  • Enjoy a 45-minute tea ceremony held in a machiya, a beautifully restored wooden townhouse near Gion or Kiyomizu dera

  • Learn the art of making perfect matcha from an English-speaking instructor using locally produced green tea and seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets).

  • Discover the meaning behind every detail — from the utensils and gestures to the tranquil layout of the tatami room.

  • Choose between shared or private sessions for a more personalised experience. Upgrade to include an all-day kimono rental for a touch of traditional elegance.

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  • Enjoy a 45-minute tea ceremony held in a machiya, a beautifully restored wooden townhouse near Gion or Kiyomizu dera

  • Learn the art of making perfect matcha from an English-speaking instructor using locally produced green tea and seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets).

  • Discover the meaning behind every detail — from the utensils and gestures to the tranquil layout of the tatami room.

  • Choose between shared or private sessions for a more personalised experience. Upgrade to include an all-day kimono rental for a touch of traditional elegance.

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¥4,000
Kimono-clad women participating in a tea ceremony at a traditional Japanese house.
Purifying hands with water from a bamboo ladle before entering the tea room.
Tea ceremony in progress with participants in traditional attire, Japan.
Kimono-clad person practicing Japanese calligraphy at a tea ceremony.
Wagashi sweets arranged for a traditional tea ceremony.
Tourist in kimono posing in front of bamboo-themed studio backdrop.
Tourists in traditional attire exploring Japanese swords in a cultural exhibit.
Tourist in kimono getting hair styled at rental service in Japan.
Ladle resting on a traditional Japanese tea kettle during a tea ceremony.
Tourists in traditional attire outside a Japanese tea ceremony venue.
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony with a person in kimono preparing tea in a tatami room.
Tourists in kimono participating in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
Traditional Japanese house entrance with tea ceremony venue curtain.
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1 hr 30 min
  • Wear a traditional kimono (choose from 200+ designs) with expert dressing assistance and simple hairstyling included.

  • Learn the art of matcha preparation in an intimate tea room, guided by a licensed instructor.

  • Enjoy wagashi sweets and freshly prepared matcha as part of your authentic tea ceremony.

  • Small-group sessions (max 10 guests) ensure a relaxed, beginner-friendly introduction to Japanese tea culture.

  • Upgrade to include a Japanese calligraphy experience for a deeper cultural immersion in Kyoto’s Gion district.

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  • Wear a traditional kimono (choose from 200+ designs) with expert dressing assistance and simple hairstyling included.

  • Learn the art of matcha preparation in an intimate tea room, guided by a licensed instructor.

  • Enjoy wagashi sweets and freshly prepared matcha as part of your authentic tea ceremony.

  • Small-group sessions (max 10 guests) ensure a relaxed, beginner-friendly introduction to Japanese tea culture.

  • Upgrade to include a Japanese calligraphy experience for a deeper cultural immersion in Kyoto’s Gion district.

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¥7,700
Tea ceremony in traditional kimono inside historic Machiya townhouse.
Whisking matcha in a traditional tea ceremony at a 100-year-old Machiya townhouse.
Ceramic bowl of matcha tea with traditional sweets on tatami mat in Machiya townhouse.
Traditional tea ceremony setup in a 100-year-old Machiya townhouse with tatami mats and tea utensils.
Tea ceremony in a traditional Machiya townhouse with a woman in a kimono serving tea.
50 min
  • Join a traditional Kyoto tea ceremony inside a 100-year-old machiya townhouse near Nishiki Market.

  • Learn tea etiquette, watch the ritual, and whisk your own bowl of matcha.

  • Enjoy seasonal wagashi sweets served with premium Kyoto matcha.

  • Small-group session with English guidance for a clear cultural introduction.

  • Upgrade to a kimono plan to dress traditionally and take photos in the machiya setting.

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  • Join a traditional Kyoto tea ceremony inside a 100-year-old machiya townhouse near Nishiki Market.

  • Learn tea etiquette, watch the ritual, and whisk your own bowl of matcha.

  • Enjoy seasonal wagashi sweets served with premium Kyoto matcha.

  • Small-group session with English guidance for a clear cultural introduction.

  • Upgrade to a kimono plan to dress traditionally and take photos in the machiya setting.

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¥3,850
Pouring hot tea into a traditional pot during a private tea ceremony.
Pouring water into a tea bowl during a private tea ceremony with wagashi in Japan.
Tourists seated in a traditional Japanese house for a private tea ceremony and wagashi experience.
Glasses of assorted teas on a tray at Private Tea Ceremony & Seasonal Wagashi Experience.
Matcha tea with traditional Japanese wagashi sweets and cherry blossoms.
Father and daughter enjoying a private tea ceremony with seasonal wagashi in Japan.
Tourists participating in a private tea ceremony with seasonal wagashi in a traditional Japanese room.
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1 hr 30 min
  • Join a private tea ceremony in a renovated traditional Japanese house in Nara.

  • Taste five types of locally sourced Japanese tea selected by a skilled tea master.

  • Whisk your own matcha with one-on-one guidance and learn proper tea etiquette.

  • Enjoy seasonal wagashi paired with your teas and two types of matcha.

  • Learn with personalized instruction and insider tips on Japanese tea culture.

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  • Join a private tea ceremony in a renovated traditional Japanese house in Nara.

  • Taste five types of locally sourced Japanese tea selected by a skilled tea master.

  • Whisk your own matcha with one-on-one guidance and learn proper tea etiquette.

  • Enjoy seasonal wagashi paired with your teas and two types of matcha.

  • Learn with personalized instruction and insider tips on Japanese tea culture.

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¥9,791
Tourists in traditional attire outside a Japanese tea ceremony venue.
Kimono-clad women participating in a tea ceremony at a traditional Japanese house.
Tourists in traditional attire exploring Japanese swords indoors.
Tourist in kimono getting hair styled at rental service in Japan.
Kimono-clad person practicing Japanese calligraphy during tea ceremony experience.
Tourists in kimono participating in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
Tea ceremony in progress with participants in traditional attire, bowls, and tea tools on tatami mats.
Hands using chopsticks to apply gold leaf on a small plate.
Couple in kimonos at a gold leaf workshop in Japan.
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony with kimono-clad host preparing matcha.
Tourist in kimono posing in front of bamboo-themed studio backdrop.
Young woman in a floral kimono walking through a Japanese garden.
Traditional Japanese house entrance with tea ceremony venue sign.
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1 hr 30 min
  • Choose from 200+ kimonos with professional dressing assistance and complimentary hairstyling for women.

  • Join an English-guided tea ceremony and prepare matcha using a traditional chasen.

  • Enjoy Japanese sweets from a long-established Kyoto store during your ceremony.

  • Small-group sessions make this hands-on cultural workshop welcoming for beginners.

  • Upgrade to add a calligraphy workshop or a gold leaf craft experience with a take-home plate.

More details

  • Choose from 200+ kimonos with professional dressing assistance and complimentary hairstyling for women.

  • Join an English-guided tea ceremony and prepare matcha using a traditional chasen.

  • Enjoy Japanese sweets from a long-established Kyoto store during your ceremony.

  • Small-group sessions make this hands-on cultural workshop welcoming for beginners.

  • Upgrade to add a calligraphy workshop or a gold leaf craft experience with a take-home plate.

from
¥7,700
Guide demonstrating matcha making process in traditional Japanese tea room.
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony room with tatami mats and tea utensils.
Tea ceremony participants receiving guidance in traditional Japanese room.
Bamboo matcha whisks in clear containers on a wooden tray.
Whisking matcha with a chasen in a clear bowl.
Japanese Chawan with traditional design for tea ceremony on tatami mat.
Box of traditional Japanese Wasanbon sugar sweets on tatami mat.
Organic matcha package with glass cups and ceramic bowls on a wooden shelf.
Small round tin of Ippodo Tea's "Kan-no-shiro" on a tatami mat.
Electric kettle with steam rising, used for making tea.
Guide performing traditional tea ceremony in Japanese room.
Guide demonstrating tea-making process to seated participants in a traditional Japanese room.
Guide demonstrating traditional tea-making process in a Japanese tea room.
Couple with child outside traditional Japanese building after tea ceremony.
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45 min
  • Join a 1-hour tea ceremony meditation in a 100-year-old Kyoto machiya at aeru gojo.

  • Prepare your own bowl of matcha under the guidance of an English-speaking tea master trained in the Omotesenke tradition.

  • Enjoy traditional Japanese sweets served alongside your freshly prepared tea.

  • Experience the etiquette and rituals of host and guest in an intimate small group of up to 8 participants.

  • Participate in a wheelchair-accessible session designed to allow all guests to fully engage in the ceremony.

More details

  • Join a 1-hour tea ceremony meditation in a 100-year-old Kyoto machiya at aeru gojo.

  • Prepare your own bowl of matcha under the guidance of an English-speaking tea master trained in the Omotesenke tradition.

  • Enjoy traditional Japanese sweets served alongside your freshly prepared tea.

  • Experience the etiquette and rituals of host and guest in an intimate small group of up to 8 participants.

  • Participate in a wheelchair-accessible session designed to allow all guests to fully engage in the ceremony.

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¥7,000

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