KYOTO Private Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Daitokuji
4.9
88 Ratings
Kyoto
Immerse yourself in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto. Choose your favorite kimono, learn about kimono patterns, and enjoy a performance by a professional tea master.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 17-2 Murasakino Kamisekiryūchō - Immerse yourself in the traditional tea ceremony while adorned in a kimono. Begin by selecting a kimono that appeals to you from the extensive collection in Nishijin, Kyoto, known for its vibrant colors and intricate designs. We’ll assist you with your hairstyle before you don the kimono. Following this, partake in a brief photo session before delving into the tea ceremony led by a seasoned expert. Our tea room, with a history spanning three generations, is situated in proximity to the Daitokuji Temple, an area steeped in the heritage of Japanese tea culture. Although the setting is somewhat antiquated, we are dedicated to ensuring your relaxation after your travels in Japan. A tea master with over five decades of experience in tea ceremonies will introduce you to the authentic Japanese tea ritual. Savor a cup of tea accompanied by seasonal confections, and then receive an informative overview of the tea ceremony’s historical significance. Ultimately, you’ll have the opportunity to try your hand at preparing tea. Why not create an unforgettable, unique moment with the tea master?
What's Included
- Professional instructor
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
Meal Options
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Japanese Sweets - 1, Serve Japanese Sweets
2,Serve Powered green Tea
Additional Information
・Select a kimono of your choice, and our expert kimono staff will assist you in dressing.
・Understand kimono patterns and appropriate seasonal styling, then enjoy a photo session.
・Before the tea ceremony begins, a Tea instructor will educate you about the history of tea culture.
・Enjoy traditional Japanese sweets with your tea.
・A professional tea master will perform the Tea ceremony.
・Savor the tea while learning about its etiquette.
・Finally, you will get a chance to prepare the tea yourself.
Location
17-2 Murasakino Kamisekiryūchō
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Take the subway Karasuma Line to Kitaoji Station. Walk west, and in 20 min, you will reach CAREN.
Take bus No. 9 from Kyoto Station (30 min) or bus No. 37 from Sanjo Keihan-mae in Kyoto City to Shimotoritacho Station, then walk for 2 min.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Celeste_v
Apr 15, 2024
A special experience - This ceremony was the highlight of our Japan trip. We got to experience wearing beautiful kimonos and participating in a master tea ceremony. It was intimate and we got to explore the history of the tea ceremony through both the tea master and the interpreter. I was honored to be part of this intimate experience! My grandniece got to perform a small ceremony with the guidance of the master. Incredible legacy being shared with us! The only was to experience this is to be in a small group setting and this lived up to a wonderful time!
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Julie_b
Apr 15, 2024
Top trip memory - This experience was unforgettable, starting with being dressed in formal kimono all the way to being able to mix our own tea after the tea ceremony. Learning the steps of a tea ceremony, seeing the meditative nature of the process and being able to share that with your group was so meaningful. We even got to pick our own patterns for our kimono and plenty of time for pictures. A top memory from our trip!
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Amy_g
Apr 14, 2024
Fun and recommended - Went with my 14 year old and we both thought it was a fun way to learn about the tea ceremony. Kind and knowledgeable instructors, delicious matcha tea, and just right amount of time.
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Jessica_g
Apr 13, 2024
Great experience! - Very kind tour guide and tea ceremony master. Nice experience with dressing in kimonos and learning about the history and rituals of the tea ceremony
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Catrionag133
Apr 8, 2024
Tea Ceremony with Kimono - The hosts were fantastic - we had transport issues and they were so kind and accommodating, changing our time with no issues.
The experience was great - the ladies were lovely and the guide was very knowledgeable! I would highly recommend this activity.
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Karin_l
Apr 6, 2024
Excellent experience - Knowledgeable, friendly, good English, high quality, beautiful kimonos in a quiet neighborhood. Highly recommended
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Victoria_g
Apr 6, 2024
Great cultural experience! - Great cultural experience! It was very interesting to wear traditional kimono and learn the detailed of elegant dance of a tea ceremony. This experience inspired me to make my own matcha tea, so I am looking forward to treat my friends with a tea ceremony back home. I highly recommend the experience.
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David_k
Apr 4, 2024
Great family outing - Very authentic and fun experience! Must do with your family. The custom Kimonos made for pictures that will last a lifetime
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Soraya_n
Apr 2, 2024
Best experience in Japan! - This was 1 of the best experiences I'd on my travels in Japan. I highly reccomend it. Sassa (our host) was amazing! The other 2 ladies dressing us up on our kimonos were so cute, I wanted to take them home with me to be my japanese mums! 🤗 We learned about when the tea cerimony began and why. And we get to make a bit of the matcha tea ourselves. It's such a beautiful and well worth time spent. You feel transported back in time! I loved every minute of it!
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Carin_h
Mar 31, 2024
Beautiful small tea ceremony in lovely setting. - Absolutely beautiful tea ceremony in Kyoto. We were 8 in the room and there was a translator who translated what the tea master said and also gave us a lot of information about the history of the tea ceremony. We were dressed up in the most beautiful hand painted kimonos. Do not miss this. It was the high light of our trip.
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