TEA TOURS · TEA CEREMONIES IN KYOTO
The choice is floor or table, temple or townhouse, forty-five minutes or ninety. These 15 spell out which is which, with prices and the earliest slot each one opens.
Review of Kyoto’s 45-minute tea ceremony near Kiyomizu-Dera, with matcha-making, a garden setting, English guidance, pricing, and practical tips.
“This is an amazing experience! Definitely would recommend. Even though its locate on a busy street, the building itself is very peaceful and the vibe is sooo serene.”
Experience Kyoto’s matcha ritual at Jotokuji Temple with an English-speaking tea master, temple visit, sweets, and hands-on practice.
“This was a truly beautiful and serene experience! I highly recommend to anyone who is interested in experiencing a traditional tea ceremony.”
Learn the rituals of Kyoto tea ceremony with a licensed Urasenke master, make matcha, taste sweets, and add a kimono or candlelight session.
“Such a beautiful experience we got the kimono candlelight tea ceremony and it was perfect for me and my daughters. Thank you”
Learn matcha, calligraphy, tea etiquette, and Japanese customs in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse with optional kimono rental.
“I booked the option to wear a kimono with your tea and it was really great. They have a nice variety of different kimonos to choose from and are super fast with helping you tinpot it on. They were super friendly and polite. The matcha tastes amazing and it was really interesting to learn how to properly enjoy your matcha.”
Dress in a kimono, learn the customs of Kyoto’s tea ceremony, prepare matcha, and enjoy wagashi in a welcoming 90-minute experience.
“Amazing experience!! Definitely recommend. Everyone was so nice and the experience was excellent. Nothing bad to say.”
Wear a kimono, learn matcha, and explore Kyoto culture at Orizuruya Gion in a friendly small-group tea ceremony.
“The staff was 100/10. Girls was sooo sweet and kind. All process and tea ceremony was amazing. After that we went to city in kimonos. Unforgettable experience!! 🥰♥️”
Learn tea ceremony etiquette, make matcha, and wear a kimono in a 100-year-old Kyoto machiya near the Imperial Palace.
“A great introduction to the Japanese tea ceremony, including history and background. It was fun to learn about the etiquette of the ceremony and then actually make our own tea. The venue in a traditional Kyoto house was also lovely to experience.”
Review of Kyoto’s 45-minute tea ceremony, with matcha making, seasonal sweets, practical tips, access details, and honest value advice.
“The team was nice, english fluent and the pkace beautiful.”
Make matcha in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse with an English-speaking tea master, traditional sweets, and a small, relaxed group.
“Great experience : the guide gives to us very precise explanation. She is very cheerfull and nice I do recommend this lovely place”
Dress in a Kyoto kimono, learn tea ceremony etiquette, and prepare matcha with a tea master near Daitokuji and Imamiya Shrine.
“To close our 10 days vacation in Japan, we decided to go with a tea ceremony. Not any tea ceremony but a Kimono dressed tea ceremony. This really makes us immersed in the Japanese culture. We had a great time and learned to appreciate the delicate simplicity of sharing tea with friends. If you really want to know about the Japanese culture, this tea ceremony is a must.”
Make seasonal nerikiri sweets, prepare Uji matcha, and learn tea etiquette in a friendly 95-minute Kyoto class for $18.
“Really fun activity. I never realised how much effort goes into making the sweets. I enjoyed making them, or at least trying to make them. instructor was great, very clear and moved at a pace that allowed the whole group keep up. We had match tea ceremony afterwards and that was lovely too. I would definitely recommend this activity.”
Dress in silk kimono, tour a 140-year-old Kyoto machiya, and watch a traditional tea ceremony at Tondaya.
“We had an amazing time. It was only the 2 of us! Everything was explained in great detail and we had good conversation. Not sure what s the thing other people are saying about being too many people and etc. Maybe that was because of the timing. Anyway, it was a great experience, a little bit expensive, but we had fun!”
Review of Kyoto’s Nishiki Market tea ceremony with koto music, matcha making, sweets, kimono options, price, tips, and practical details.
“Yurika was a wonderful host, very kind and funny and put us at ease The tea ceremony experience was great and the music was beautiful. Highly recommend this experience for anybody in Kyoto”
Review of Sanjo Chasuian in Kyoto, a one-hour English tea ceremony with two matcha bowls, seasonal sweets, and hands-on whisking.
“It was a wonderful experience! Thank you very much :)”
Meet a Kyoto maiko, prepare matcha, watch two dances, ask questions, play traditional games, and take photos in a 90-minute cultural experience.
“Experiencing a tea ceremony with a maiko in Kyoto was truly unforgettable and something you can only find here. The experience felt authentic and personal — starting with learning how to prepare matcha under the gentle guidance of the maiko. Afterwards, there was a Q&A session where we could ask her about her life and traditions, which was both insightful and charming. We also enjoyed traditional sweets, played a fun game together, and had the chance to take photos with her. The combination of cultural depth and warm interaction made this a once-in-a-lifetime experience I would highly recommend to anyone visiting Kyoto.”
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