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Kyoto’s most-loved days out.
The 15 most popular tea ceremony experiences in Kyoto. What each one involves, how long it runs, what it costs, and who you book with.
45 minutes of Kyoto tea ceremony in a traditional tea house near Kiyomizu. Watch matcha made, then whisk your own in a garden.
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A 70-minute Kyoto tea ceremony at Jotokuji Temple: purification ritual, small-group Chanoyu workshop, and hands-on matcha in a calm setting.
A 45-minute Kyoto tea ceremony lesson with a licensed Urasenke tea master, hands-on matcha, sweets, and kimono add-ons near Kinkakuji.
“The tea ceremony was wonderful. I felt so calm and relaxed whilst learning about the traditions and history of the tea ceremony. It has been the highlight of my trip to Japan so far! The host was brilliant, very polite and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this experience for those wanting to learn more about…”
Kyoto’s table-style tea ceremony in a 100-year Kyo-machiya. Make matcha, enjoy welcome sake, photo props, calligraphy, and more.
“The women were lovely and really wanted us to have a great experience trying in the kimonos, engaging with the tea ceremony and practicing calligraphy. Thank you so much !”
Wear a kimono and learn Kyoto tea ceremony basics at Maikoya Nishiki. Make matcha, enjoy wagashi, and go home calmer.
“They dress you up and help you through the whole process. Extremely professional! You can tell everyone is very proud of their history and everyone made you feel very special.”
Arashiyama bamboo forest, Tenryu-ji Zen gardens, Uji matcha, Togetsukyo bridge, and Monkey Park macaques in a 4-hour guided walk.
“Watching those wild Japanese macaques up close was endlessly entertaining! Their social interactions and playful behavior kept everyone laughing. The city views from Monkey Park were spectacular too. Perfect combination of nature and scenery.”
Grind tencha into matcha at Chazuna in Uji, then learn brewing with an instructor. Explore interactive tea exhibits in about 1 hour.
Kyoto’s Gion kimono tea ceremony lets you dress with help, learn matcha by hand, and optionally add calligraphy, all in a small group.
“We had so much fun! The staff were all so kind. The highlight was the calligraphy lesson. Our teacher was so friendly and funny.”
Kyoto tea ceremony in a 100-year-old machiya townhouse. Make matcha with a tea master, enjoy sweets, and rent a kimono for your walk.
“Attending the tea ceremony in this beautifully preserved 100-year-old traditional house was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment I stepped through the wooden gate, I felt transported to another time. The architecture, tatami floors, and delicate paper screens created an atmosphere of calm and authenticity that perfectly complemented the spirit of the ceremony. Lim,…”
A 45-minute Kyoto tea ceremony lesson in a Higashiyama machiya. Learn utensils, taste Kyoto sweets, and whisk matcha by hand.
A 45-minute matcha lesson in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse. Learn Omotesenke etiquette, make matcha, and enjoy sweets.
“Hostess was amazing. Explained all aspects of the ceremony clearly. Answered all questions with patience. She also speaks excellent English. It was a worthwhile experience!”
Wear a Nishijin kimono, learn tea etiquette with a 30-year master, then brew your own tea near Daitoku-ji in a small group.
“Was the best. From beginning to end. Experience of dressing up in kimono and participating in tea ceremony was magical. Even my teenage boys loved it. Highly recommend if in Japan. Mera (sorry if spelt incorrectly) was so informative and attentive. Thank you!”
Make seasonal nerikiri sweets and whisk Uji matcha in Kyoto. English support when needed, then enjoy what you made.
“So much fun making the sweets and learning the traditional way to drink matcha. A great way to get a glimpse of some Japanese culture. Great value for money and a fun time!”
Silk kimono and a traditional tea ceremony in a 140-year-old Kyoto machiya. Calm guidance, real photo time, small etiquette tips.
“In my opinion is the best excursion about Japanese tradition. It was amazing wear A kimono in a old Japanese house. I definitely recommend this experience.”
Kyoto tea ceremony at KOTOLILY KYOTO: make matcha, enjoy sweets, and hear live koto music, plus optional kimono photos.
“This was a a unique and authentic experience that surpasses your typical touristy tea ceremony. We were warmly greeted by our host in a quaint and aesthetically appealing environment, walls lined in beautiful kimonos. Our host introduced us to her traditional harp and greeted us with a Japanese song. The love of this instrument and…”
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