- KIMONO TEA CEREMONY KYOTO MAIKOYA at NISHIKI - Our award-winning tea ceremonies are not only enjoyable but also a comprehensive educational experience. Our expert tea master and host, and friendly staff will demonstrate the process during the tea ceremony while explaining the significance behind it the steps and the tools. You will get to learn about tea ceremony history, Kyoto, and tea ceremony etiquette.
During the tea ceremony, you will not only observe how to make matcha green tea but you will also be guided on the process of making your own by the tea master. You will be using high-quality matcha powder that will produce a brilliant cup of green matcha.
A selection of beautiful kimonos is available for you to choose from, and our staff will make sure you look your best for your unique Japanese experience. Ladies will be treated to get their hair and makeup done to match their kimono and traditional Japanese look!
Children under 6 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you have a child under 6 in your party, you can not make the reservation for this experience.
- Hairstyling (simple style)
- Green tea
- Kimono costume
- Utensils
- Snacks
- Transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- wagashi &matcha
The only venue for the Tea Ceremony to have bagged the Tripadvisor Travelers Choice Award consecutively for four years.
KYOTO MAIKOYA has been relocated to a historical machiya house, a recognized Tangible Cultural Property by local authorities. This heritage townhouse offers a real touch of Japanese culture where you can cherish the tea ceremony while observing two beautifully maintained Japanese tea gardens.
Here, you can experience the ancient art of preparing Green Tea (Matcha) in a traditional tea ceremony room dressed in a Kimono. Kimonos are available for both men and women. Familiarizing yourself with the culture of a nation through workshops and activities provides a deeper comprehension of its rich history, respected social principles, and holistic lifestyle.
- 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 5 people from Viator however we accept any other booking site and there will be more participants in your experience
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
