Soak up the authentic atmosphere of a Japanese tea ceremony in a 100-year-old traditional machiya house in Kyoto. Learn the customs of Japan’s tea culture from a seasoned tea master, with the option to wear an elegant kimono.
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- Get introduced to the Japanese tea ceremony by an experienced tea master
- Prepare your own bowl of tea under expert supervision
- Enjoy matcha tea and traditional Japanese sweets
- Experience a ceremony in an authentic 100-year-old machiya townhouse
- Choose a kimono rental plan and stroll through Kyoto afterward
Full Description
Tea Ceremony and Kimono Rental Plan
Start at Gojo Shop at the selected time to choose your kimono. A wide range of designs, colors, and sizes is available. If you’ve selected the add-on, women can also receive hairstyling, makeup, and an upgrade to a formal kimono (Houmongi).
After dressing, you’ll head on your own to Yumeyakata Oike Bettei, a beautifully preserved 100-year-old machiya. Your tea ceremony begins two hours after your original start time (e.g., arrive at Gojo Shop at 11:00 AM → ceremony begins at 1:00 PM). Afterward, you are free to walk around Kyoto in your kimono until returning it by 5:30 PM.
Tea Ceremony Only (Without Kimono Rental)
Arrive at Oike Bettei 5–10 minutes before your selected time.
Tea Ceremony Experience
Start with an introduction to the origins and philosophy of the Japanese tea ceremony, which evolved from Chinese roots over 1,200 years ago. You’ll be guided on how to bow, greet, eat sweets, drink tea, and appreciate the tea utensils.
Watch as the tea master prepares the first tea, then try making your own bowl of matcha under their guidance. After the experience, feel free to ask questions or explore further.
Optional Add-On: Kyo-Machiya Tour
If selected, you’ll be invited to a 30-minute townhouse tour immediately after the ceremony. Walk through the traditional architecture while learning about the history, cultural role, and features of these historic Kyoto homes.
The tea house is located near Kyoto Gosho (Imperial Palace) and adjacent to the former residence of Nijō Yoshimoto (1320–1388) — a nobleman and pioneer of Japan’s literary culture. This historically rich area has long served as the center of refined court life, making your tea ceremony not only a cultural activity but also a connection to centuries of aristocratic tradition.
Pricing
From ¥3,850 per person
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Includes
- Tea ceremony experience in a historic townhouse
- Matcha green tea and traditional Japanese sweets
- Leaflet explaining tea ceremony etiquette
- Services of a tea master and interpreter
- Casual kimono rental (if selected)
- Hairstyling, makeup, and accessories (if add-on selected)
- Upgrade to formal kimono (Houmongi) (if add-on selected)
- 30-minute Machiya experience (20-minute tour + 10-minute photo time) (if add-on selected)
Meeting Point
For Tea Ceremony and Kimono Rental
- Gojo Shop: 353 Shiogamacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto 600-8103, Japan
- After dressing, proceed to Yumeyakata Oike Bettei for the ceremony
For Tea Ceremony Only
- Oike Bettei: 472-1 Kinpukicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-0846
- Reception begins 15 minutes before start time
Reviews
“Great experience, kimonos are very nice and the staff are extremely helpful. The tea ceremony was informative and way more in-depth than I initially thought.”
“Teacher and translator were fantastic. Highly recommend this experience!”
“That was an excellent experience. Thank you so much!”
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