Kyoto tea and kimono ceremony in a traditional machiya townhouse
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Kyoto tea and kimono ceremony in a traditional machiya townhouse

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£68.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
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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
What to expect

One of the most famous parts of Japanese traditional culture is the iconic 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 in Kyoto with a local experiences expert. It's an opportunity to appreciate the artistry and mindfulness inherent in this time-honoured practice.

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What's included
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Where

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 the store entrance. It is 20-minutes away by train from Kyoto Station, or a 6-minute walk from Momoyama Goryo-mae Station.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • The tea ceremony will be performed using chairs and tables instead of sitting on the floor
  • You'll need to arrive 30 minutes before the start of your tea ceremony experience to prepare for kimono dressing

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Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins.

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