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- English
Why choose this tea ceremony experience in Kyoto?
・Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award winner for 4 consecutive years
・Hosted in an authentic traditional townhouse (machiya)
・Experience a real Japanese tea ceremony in a tatami room
・Kimono rental included for both men and women
・Learn about Japanese culture, etiquette, and matcha in one session
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Dessert
wagashi &matcha
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Hankyu Kawaramachi Station, take Exit 9 and go west (right) Go to and when you see Lacoste on your right, turn right at that corner. This street is Gokomachi street. Please walk about 5 minutes. Maikoya is a traditional Japanese building on the left side of the road.
What to expect
You will then prepare your own bowl of matcha using high-quality green tea , whisked under the tea master’s guidance. This hands-on moment allows you to experience the calm, focus, and hospitality at the heart of Japanese tea culture.
A selection of elegant kimonos is available, and our staff will assist with dressing to ensure a refined appearance.
Please note that children under 6 are not permitted. If your group includes a child under 6, we kindly ask that you refrain from booking this activity.
Tripods are not allowed during the ceremony. Photo and video recording may be limited—please follow the tea master’s instructions regarding appropriate timing and manners.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Children under 7 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you have a child under 7 in your party, you can not make the reservation for this experience.
- You can reserve maximum 2 people from Viator however we accept any other booking site and there will be more participants in your experience
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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