Kyoto
The tea ceremonies open to visitors: machiya townhouses, temple settings and 45-minute lessons that teach the whisk before the bowl. Kyoto guarded this ritual for four centuries; an hour inside it explains the city.
Discover Kyoto’s centuries-old traditions with a captivating tea ceremony in a historic teahouse, complete with expert guidance, beautiful gardens, and tastings.
Most Popular“Had such a great time with my girlfriend! We learned everything about Matcha tea and the traditions. Would 10 out of 10 recommend for anyone! Kyoto is also just an absolute gorgeous place!!”
Discover the art and serenity of Japan’s traditional tea ceremony at Jotokuji Temple in Kyoto. Learn, participate, and enjoy authentic culture for $24.
“This was an incredibly delicate and deep experience. I wish I could have stayed there all day. My heartfelt thanks to the three talented and knowledgeable women who conducted the ceremony!”
Discover Kyoto’s traditions with a 45-minute tea ceremony led by a licensed Urasenke master. Learn, participate, and enjoy authentic Japanese culture.
“A very beautiful activity, an experience to try in Japan. The person who explains the tea preparation does it very well, both the preparation itself and all the related customs. If you want an even more authentic experience and a nice memory, for a small…”
Discover Kyoto's culture with a comfortable, table-style tea ceremony in a traditional Machiya house, including calligraphy, kimono rental, and more.
“We had a wonderful afternoon hosted by a group of Japanese ladies, who invited us into their cultural norms and teaching us various traditional Japanese customs. They were all super friendly and welcoming, making sure we were enjoying and understanding everything. It's slightly out of…”
Experience Kyoto’s culture with a traditional kimono and tea ceremony. Enjoy expert guidance, authentic matcha, and memorable photos in a small group setting.
“Excellent experience, I was a bit dubious about the kimono wearing but it was fun and added to the experience. The tea ceremony was fabulous, with explanations and insights. Totally recommend”
Experience Kyoto's culture with a kimono fitting, traditional tea ceremony, and calligraphy—an authentic, intimate journey into Japan's elegant traditions.
“this was such a special activity. picking out a kimono and getting dressed was so magical. Learning about the tea ceremony felt very traditional which i loved.”
Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto’s historic Kyo-Machiya house, dressed in kimono, with expert guidance, traditional sweets, and cultural insights.
“This was a wonderful experience! Our host was amazing and gave us such a thorough explanation of both the ritual and history of the tea ceremony. Not to mention he was very charming and made the whole experience very accessible while still honoring the ceremony…”
Experience Kyoto’s ancient tea culture firsthand with a traditional matcha ceremony in a historic machiya, guided by friendly experts for an authentic taste of Japan.
“Loved the tea ceremony. Every step was explained so well. it was such a peaceful tranquil activity and a nice break from the business of Kyoto. I would recommend anyone to do the tea ceremony. Next door you can rent a Kimono and the staff…”
Discover Kyoto’s tea culture with a hands-on matcha workshop led by a tea master in a historic Machiya. Learn, create, and take home authentic tea experiences.
“Was a super nice atmosphere and we learned a lot. Also the duration was perfect and our guide Miki was very competent!”
Experience Kyoto’s traditions with a kimono-clad tea ceremony near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine, guided by expert hosts who bring history to life in an authentic setting.
“What a beautiful experience. We loved every moment. Starting with traditional kimonos, we were dressed and had our hair done in preparation for the tea ceremony. We walked to the temple for the ceremony which made it even more special. We learned so much about…”
Experience Kyoto's culture with a hands-on sweets making class and tea ceremony for just $19; learn traditional skills in a friendly, authentic setting.
“We loved the whole experience! It was fun, interesting, and very tasty!”
Discover Kyoto's traditional charm with a kimono fitting and tea ceremony in a historic machiya, blending cultural authenticity with memorable photo opportunities.
“It was pretty chaotic but very authentic and I like chaos. We arrived half hour early and immediately a little old Japanese lady grabbed us and started putting the kimono on us. Pictures were not allowed while dressing or taking the kimono off. Then we…”
Experience Kyoto’s traditions with a tea ceremony, making matcha, enjoying a Koto performance, donning a kimono, and learning about Japanese culture.
“Our host was amazing: she was very kind and took us on a wonderful intimate journey through a tea ceremony intersperced with very moving musical performances played on a traditional koto. Very recommended.”
Discover Kyoto’s new tea ceremony experience at Sanjo Chasuian. Enjoy hands-on matcha making, seasonal sweets, and authentic traditions in a serene setting.
“Really nice tea ceremony,the teachers were amazing, overall a beautiful experience in Kyoto.”
Experience Kyoto’s culture with a guided Maiko tea ceremony, photo session, and dance performance—an authentic, engaging way to meet Japan's iconic Maiko.
“The Mailko was lovely and explained greatly her life as a maiko. The rest of the evening was done great by the host.”
Ten thousand shrine gates, tea poured properly and geisha lanes at dusk.