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Enjoy a private Kyoto tea ceremony in a traditional home, guided by an experienced tea master. Learn the meaning behind each movement in a calm, authentic setting.
This experience offers rare private access, expert guidance, and original Uji matcha in an authentic Kyoto setting.
【Highlights】
・Private tea ceremony in a traditional Kyoto home — not a tourist venue
・Guided by an experienced tea master, focusing on learning and authenticity
・Original Uji matcha, handcrafted Kyoto tea bowls, and seasonal wagashi
・Held in authentic tea rooms (Koma and Hiroma) with a calm, respectful atmosphere
・Ideal for adults seeking a quiet, refined cultural experience
【Important Notes】
Age: Adults only (13 and under not permitted)
Punctuality: Late arrivals over 15 minutes cannot join; no refund
Dress code: Long pants or skirt; tops with sleeves required
Socks: Required (available for purchase if needed)
Kimono: Not included
Example Menu
Dessert
Japanese Sweets
Seasonal wagashi from a long-established Kyoto confectioner, made without eggs, nuts, gluten, or animal products.
Main
An original premium matcha
An exclusive original matcha crafted at a historic Uji tea farm. Served in hand-crafted Kiyomizu and Raku bowls, and available for purchase.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Important Information Children under 13 cannot be accepted. All participants must pay the class fee. Please bring or wear socks (bare feet are not allowed). Socks can be purchased on site if needed. Arrive on time — guests arriving more than 15 minutes late cannot join and no refund will be given.
What to expect
Step into Sakura Experience Japanese Culture, a serene private home near Nijo Castle, where Japanese traditions are practiced as living arts rather than performances. This quiet retreat has welcomed dignitaries, cultural figures, and museum professionals seeking an authentic, respectful encounter with Kyoto culture.
Experiences take place in traditional tea rooms, Koma and Hiroma, guided by certified masters of tea ceremony, ikebana, and calligraphy. Guests engage directly with Kyoto craftsmanship—custom-made tea bowls commissioned from Kiyomizu and Raku potters, original matcha sourced from historic tea gardens in Uji, and seasonal wagashi prepared by a long-established Kyoto confectioner.
Privacy, depth, and cultural integrity define this experience, making it ideal for travelers seeking quiet refinement rather than staged entertainment.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- 【Age Policy】 Children aged 13 and under are not permitted to join this class. If you arrive with a child without prior notice, you will not be able to attend and no refund will be issued.
- 【Punctuality 】Please arrive on time. Guests arriving more than 15 minutes after the start will not be able to participate, and no refund can be provided.
- 【Socks Requirement】 For hygiene and to protect the tatami mats, please wear socks (not bare feet). If you forget, socks are available for purchase on site.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- 【Age Policy】 Children aged 13 and under are not permitted to join this class. If you arrive with a child without prior notice, you will not be able to attend and no refund will be issued.
- 【Punctuality 】Please arrive on time. Guests arriving more than 15 minutes after the start will not be able to participate, and no refund can be provided.
- 【Socks Requirement】 For hygiene and to protect the tatami mats, please wear socks (not bare feet). If you forget, socks are available for purchase on site.
- 【Appropriate Attire】 Please wear a long skirt or long pants and a top with sleeves. Sleeveless tops, shorts, or mini skirts are not permitted.
- 【Perfume & Fragrance】 Kindly refrain from wearing perfume (including musk-based scents), as it can disturb the tea room atmosphere. Guests wearing fragrance may be asked to remove it before entering.
- 【Seating】Small chairs are available for guests who need them. Please inform us in advance.
- This experience is best suited for guests who appreciate quiet settings, cultural depth, and traditional etiquette.
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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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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