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Step into the heart of Japanese tradition with a tea ceremony near Nishiki Market in Kyoto. Enjoy the calming experience of preparing your own matcha in a beautifully authentic setting, while listening to a live performance of the Koto, a traditional Japanese harp.
Highlights
- Participate in an authentic Kyoto-style tea ceremony
- Learn how to make delicious, creamy matcha green tea
- Relax with Japanese sweets and freshly made tea
- Enjoy a live Koto performance by a skilled musician
- Optional kimono rental and photo session available on-site
- Add-on Koto playing experience available for an additional fee
Full description
Discover the elegance of Japanese culture through this immersive tea ceremony near Kyoto’s iconic Nishiki Market. With expert guidance, you’ll learn how to whisk and prepare a rich, smooth, and less bitter cup of matcha using traditional methods.
Savor your handmade tea with seasonal sweets in a vibrant setting designed to reflect Japanese aesthetic values. As you enjoy the moment, a professional musician will perform live on the Koto, a 13-string Japanese harp, creating a deeply atmospheric and peaceful environment.
You can also choose to rent a beautiful kimono on-site (optional, additional cost) and capture the memory with photos and videos. For those wishing to take the experience further, there’s even an option to try playing the Koto yourself (available for an additional fee at the venue).
Pricing
From ¥8,800 per person
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Includes
- Tea ceremony experience
- Matcha green tea preparation
- Japanese sweets
- Live Koto performance
Meeting point
KOTOLILY KYOTO
1F House Abbey Road, 411 Dainichicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 〒604-8044, Japan
- The shop is located next to KINMATA Restaurant
- Across the street from Hotel GOCO Stay
- Please come inside the shop directly (do not wait at the hotel entrance)
Reviews
“Very interesting learning about tea etiquette and how to make our own matcha. The live harp performance was special. Excellent hospitality—highly recommend!”
“The experience was incredible. The owner is the kindest woman and a very talented artist and musician.”
“The hostess taught us about both the tea and the Japanese harp. A very enjoyable and peaceful activity.”
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