Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Authentic Experience With Traditional Matcha Making and Japanese Sweets
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25 Ratings
Kyoto
Immerse yourself in ancient Japanese culture with an authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony. Learn how to make traditional matcha tea and indulge in Japanese sweets.
Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • さくら日本文化体験 二条城教室 / SAKURA Experience Japanese Culture Nijo Home - Our Tea Ceremony is held at local teacher’s home where has traditional tea ceremony room and small garden inside of the house.It is led by certificated Tea Teacher who is born and based here in Kyoto. We can help you understand the correct manners for Tea and we welcome any questions about The Way Of Tea.

Please bring your socks.
We also prepare your socks in pay.

After attending our class you will understand how to enjoy matcha tea,and you can enjoy at home. Please feel free to contact us for reservations, or with any questions you may have.

We have renovated our tea ceremony room into very authentic Japanese tea ceremony room . You will sit on on tatami.of course you can sit on the chair if you needed.We also have cushions and never force you to sit in straight.
Please enjoy Japanese tea culture at real local home.

We are the member of Kyoto City Tourism Association.

Please note you can not enter the class after the session has started.

What's Included
  • Authentic tea ceremony demonstration
  • Tea-making experience
  • Selection of 3 traditional Japanese sugar sweets from a historic Kyoto confectionery
  • Complimentary original booklet on tea ceremony
  • Enjoy 2 servings of rich matcha green tea
Meal Options
  • Japanese Sweets - A few kinds of order-based beautiful shaped traditional Japanese sweets from kyoto.It will changed according season or occation.
  • Japanese Matcha tea - Our matcha is always from Kyoto.You can taste differences of product with other one.
Additional Information

The exquisite art of the Japanese tea ceremony, honed to perfection in Kyoto, makes it the premier location for an authentic ceremony experience. Delve into the Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience for an enriching cultural journey! Gain hands-on knowledge about preparing matcha tea with age-old Japanese instruments, such as the bamboo whisk, under the guidance of a certified tea ceremony instructor. Learn the proper tea ceremony manners and actively apply your newfound skills!

Select from renowned historical confectioneries for your traditional tea accompaniments, crafted from the finest sugar. These delicious treats are entirely gluten-free and plant-based, making the event accessible to a wide audience.

Receive a mini guidebook that elucidates the tea ceremony process. It is designed to enhance your comprehension of this deep-rooted Japanese art form. Participate in this tea ceremony event and savor a serene cup of tea as you dive into the depths of ancient Japanese traditions!

Location
さくら日本文化体験 二条城教室 / SAKURA Experience Japanese Culture Nijo Home
We are not accept the child under 12 years old. Please bring your socks or come with your socks. Barefoot does not acceptable. We have the socks in pay if you will not being your socks. Please note we can not offer the class if you are late more than 15 min to starting time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Heather_g
Apr 17, 2024
Wonderful start to our morning! - This was a highlight of our two weeks in Japan! Very knowledgeable and inspired me to creat my own matcha and ritual. The matcha was delicious and she spoke very good English and was so patient with us. I would highly recommend. Also a great location; you can walk to Nijo castle afterwards.
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David_f
Apr 1, 2024
An Authentic Experience - This was an incredible experience to get to share and learn about the art of tea and participate in a tea ceremony (including making tea ourselves) from a Tea Master herself.
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Catheryn_k
Jan 5, 2024
Great experience - The hosts were so friendly and patient. We learned a lot and had a fun time. The tea room was lovely and the tea was delicious.
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Luke_f
Dec 6, 2023
Highly recommend in Kyoto - This was a great experience - definitely one of the highlights of our 10 day trip to Japan. Well worth it if you are in Kyoto. Not only was it a fun time but she took many great pictures for us to remember the occasion.
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Leigh_p
Nov 20, 2023
We had a phenomenal... - We had a phenomenal experience at the tea ceremony! Aya and her husband were so kind and accommodated us even though we were a bit late. The experience was informative and we learned a ton. Highly recommended!
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Yesdarling
Sep 8, 2023
Fantastic tea ceremony experience. - An excellent experience. My wife sprained her ankle just before going. They helped take care of her and gave an outstanding tea ceremony experience. Would definitely recommend.
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Lucadiz
Aug 16, 2023
A moment of pure art - I was amazed. They were incredibly hospitable and friendly. This is one of my best memories ever. Watching the tea teacher prepare tea was pure art. I highly recommend this experience. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and this important piece of Japanese culture. Luca
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John_v
Jul 25, 2023
Interesting and... - Interesting and educational experience. Very informative. Tea and candies were delicious as well. Would recommend to anyone who wants a traditional experience in Kyoto.
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Hilary_h
Jun 15, 2023
Great cultural experience - It was a wonderful learning experience-and it was so nice to be in a private home settings with a lovely and deeply knowledgeable host! I would highly recommend it.
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Vigdis88
Jun 14, 2023
Fantastic! - Fantastic tea sermoni! This was the part of our honeymoon that I thought was the nicest and most memorable part of our entire trip. The host was so nice, and pleasant. We were so appreciative that we were allowed to enter her home to be part of a traditional tea ceremony
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