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Tea Ceremony: Discover Cultural Elegance
4.8
16 Ratings
Kyoto
Discover the art of tea in a historic townhouse. Learn, practice, and savor the elegance of a traditional tea ceremony.
Discover the art of tea in a historic townhouse. Learn, practice, and savor the elegance of a traditional tea ceremony.
Duration:
50 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Kyoto Ninenzaka Kangetsutei Kyoto Gion｜Sakura Japanese Culture Experience Class Kyoto Ninenzaka - “A Moment to Embrace Tradition” - Welcome to the Tea Ceremony Experience Course!
Welcome to the Tea Ceremony Experience Course!
Immerse yourself in the art of the tea ceremony in Ninenzaka, Kyoto.
Prepare and savor matcha in a traditional Japanese tea…
- Kyoto Ninenzaka Kangetsutei Kyoto Gion｜Sakura Japanese Culture Experience Class Kyoto Ninenzaka - “A Moment to Embrace Tradition” - Welcome to the Tea Ceremony Experience Course!
Welcome to the Tea Ceremony Experience Course!
Immerse yourself in the art of the tea ceremony in Ninenzaka, Kyoto.
Prepare and savor matcha in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony setting.
Our skilled instructors offer comprehensive guidance.
We offer English-language experiences daily.
Please wear socks (if forgotten, socks can be purchased).
Dress modestly, avoiding clothing that reveals too much skin.
Perfume is strictly forbidden as it disrupts the aroma of incense and tea in the tea ceremony room.
Only smartphones are permitted in the tea room.
Recording videos during the instructor’s demonstration is not allowed.
Children under 12 years old are not permitted to join.
Kindly notify us in advance if you have any allergies.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee
- Snacks
- Using tools to make your own tea
- All Fees and Taxes
- Tea and coffee
- Snacks
- Using tools to make your own tea
- All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
- Bottled water
- Carbonated beverages
- Alcoholic beverages
- Kimono (You can wear 2-pieces type kimono in 1000 JPY)
- Socks
- Bottled water
- Carbonated beverages
- Alcoholic beverages
- Kimono (You can wear 2-pieces type kimono in 1000 JPY)
- Socks
Meal Options
- Authentic Japanese sweets - Higashi (干菓子) is a dry Japanese confection served in tea ceremonies, showcasing seasonal and cultural beauty.
- 2 cups of matcha from Kyoto,Uji - High-quality matcha from Uji where is the most historical place to product matcha in Japan,served by teacher and made by yourself.
- Authentic Japanese sweets - Higashi (干菓子) is a dry Japanese confection served in tea ceremonies, showcasing seasonal and cultural beauty.
- 2 cups of matcha from Kyoto,Uji - High-quality matcha from Uji where is the most historical place to product matcha in Japan,served by teacher and made by yourself.
Additional Information
What You’ll Experience
- Discover the history and cultural importance of the tea ceremony.
- Delve into the world of tea utensils, learning about their functions and maintenance.
- Master the art of tea etiquette and serving methods.
- Witness a demonstration showcasing the ceremony’s graceful movements and seasonal hospitality.
- Prepare your own…
What You’ll Experience
- Discover the history and cultural importance of the tea ceremony.
- Delve into the world of tea utensils, learning about their functions and maintenance.
- Master the art of tea etiquette and serving methods.
- Witness a demonstration showcasing the ceremony’s graceful movements and seasonal hospitality.
- Prepare your own matcha to truly grasp the essence of this practice.
- Engage in a Q&A session.
This experience is highly recommended for those who:
- Have a sincere interest in Japanese culture, aesthetics, and traditional arts.
- Appreciate the genuine taste of authentic matcha.
- Cherish the subtle flavors of handcrafted wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) from a renowned shop.
Please note: This is not a tea ceremony experience designed solely for sightseeing or social media photos. It is a cultural journey intended for those seeking a deeper understanding.
For languages other than English and Japanese, please inquire about staff availability.
Location
Japanese Culture Experience Kyoto Ninenzaka "Kangetsu" / 日本文化体験教室 京都二年坂「寒月」
It is at the back of the Starbucks Coffee Kyoto Ninenzaka Yasaka Chaya branch,
down the private road to the left.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(16 Ratings)
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Maregina_v
Aug 15, 2025
Awesome Japanese culture experience - We did ours today (8/15/2025). It was an awesome Japanese culture experience! The Tea Master and his assistant did a great job educating us. Their price is also better than the others. There is an additional 1,000 yen per person for the kimono rental and it was worth it! They are very accommodating and gave us recommendations for restaurants when we asked them. Thank you Kangetsu!
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Hannaise
Jul 31, 2025
Excellent experience in learning Japanese Tea Ceremony - What a wonderful experience learning about the Japanese Tea Ceremony! Our tea master was artful and graceful in his demonstration. His assistance translated in English. He also demonstrated how to make match tea. They were very patient with all of our questions. The 100 year old house was beautiful! The tea master comes from 17 generations of tea masters! We did this with my 75 year old mother so tables and chairs was a bonus! Highly recommend!
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Andrew_l
Jun 11, 2025
Wonderful experience. It... - Wonderful experience. It was very informative and was in a beautiful setting. They were very friendly which made it even better.
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Michaelsq7258wv
May 20, 2025
You shouldn't miss it. - An oasis of tranquillity in the middle of the crowded Gion district. An outstanding tea master with a charming assistant have taken us wonderfully into the world of tea.
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Marg_k
Apr 29, 2025
Group team making ceremony - Great experience and knowing the history of the tea ceremony. The tea master was very knowledgeable and the English interpreter answered all our questions
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Kelly_k
Apr 27, 2025
A rather intimate... - A rather intimate ceremony with a tea master and host. Our children came along too (11 & 13), and enjoyed the history and activity of the tea ceremony. For those that enjoy tea, its a great way to hear the history of tea in Japan.
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Lisa_g
Apr 23, 2025
The tea ceremony was... - The tea ceremony was Informative and lovely—great insight into Japanese culture and a memorable Kyoto experience.
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Jimmie_p
Apr 22, 2025
Informative and great experience. - The tea ceremony was very informative. And the tea master was so nice, and offered to let us all take a picture with him. The instructions were clear, and the whole experience was relaxing. They will send you a text explaining where the location is. It wasn’t hard to find at all. Everyone was also so nice. And finally, the tea was the best I’ve ever had. Highly recommend!
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Louise_h
Apr 20, 2025
Fun and cultural... - Fun and cultural experience. The tea master has excellent experience and gave us good insight into the world of traditional Japanese tea ceremonies. The translator made the experience enjoyable by explaining the process in a step by step way.
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Barrington_h
May 9, 2025
Oops did not expect this experience - We booked a private, one-to-one Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master, which was supposed to include wearing traditional Japanese attire as part of the experience. However, upon arrival, we were placed in a group session with 13 other participants, and the traditional attire was not provided. At no stage during many correspondence we were informed it was a group setting. This was not the personalized and immersive experience we had paid for and agreed upon in advance.
The experience was meant to be intimate and personalized, with only the two of us and the Tea Master present.
Had we been informed we would had chosen this option.
Really, we are disappointed with the experience.
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