One of the most famous traditions of Japanese culture is the tea ceremony. What better place to experience one for yourself than Kyoto, the city where most of the traditions started? And with this experience, there is no need to sit on the floor, as everything is done at a table.

You'll stop by an authentic machiya wooden town house in Kyoto, which was built over 100 years ago. Learn the esteemed art of ceremony from a real tea veteran with 30 years of experience. Whisk your own tea like a professional as you learn all the ins and outs of the ceremony along with its rich history. Enjoy your tea in peace with traditional Japanese sweets called wagashi dressed in a kimono, and embrace the tea culture of Kyoto with a local experiences expert. It's an opportunity to appreciate the artistry and mindfulness inherent in this time-honoured practice.

Why you’ll love this…

You'll visit a real machiya, a traditional wooden town house with authentic Japanese architecture
There's the chance to experience a genuine table and chair tea ceremony in a historic setting
You can dress in a beautiful kimono to participate in the tea ceremony the traditional way
The experience offers a deep cultural immersion into one of Japan's most revered traditions

Important to know

Accessibility:

This activity is stroller-friendly

Know in advance:

The tea ceremony will be performed using chairs and tables instead of sitting on the floor
For guests who are pregnant, please refrain from wearing a kimono, in consideration of your health and safety

Remember to bring:

Socks. This is part of standard tea room etiquette. If you don't have any, the local operator can lend you a pair

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Drinks
Use of equipment
Snacks
Certified instructor
Workshop

What’s not included

Transportation

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

711 Setomonocho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-8052

Meeting point:

Meet your host directly at the venue. A guide in a kimono will meet you at an old Kyoto townhouse with a blue curtain. It is 20-minutes away by train from Kyoto Station, or a 6-minute walk from Momoyama Goryo-mae Station. You'll need to arrive 30 minutes before the start of your tea ceremony experience to prepare for kimono dressing.