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- English
Step into a private tea room in Kyoto’s Gion district and witness traditional Japanese magic just 30 cm before your eyes. Wazuma uses elegant Japanese props such as umbrellas and fans, creating a performance filled with beauty, surprise, and mystery.
The entire experience is reserved for your group, allowing you to enjoy every detail of the performance in an intimate setting with no crowd and no distant stage.
After the show, relax with authentic Uji matcha, carefully whisked and served in the same private space.
Experience Highlights
Traditional Japanese Magic “Wazuma”
A 30-minute close-up performance combining Japanese tradition, elegance, and illusion.
Private Uji Matcha Experience
Spend 30 minutes enjoying authentic matcha and the quiet atmosphere of a traditional Kyoto setting.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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Private show for one group only — a rare cultural experience in Kyoto. Hidden in a quiet Kyoto alley, a private tea room opens the door to a world rarely seen by travelers. Here, you’ll witness Wazuma — a 1,000-year-old Japanese illusion art, now performed by fewer than ten remaining masters. Officially recognized as intangible cultural heritage, this rare tradition is a true cultural treasure. Reserved entirely for your group, every precise gesture and impossible moment unfolds just centimeters away. There is no distant stage and no crowd — the magic happens right before your eyes. After the performance, savor a hand-whisked bowl of fragrant Uji matcha with clear English guidance. In just one hour, experience Japanese tradition, mystery, elegance, and quiet beauty.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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