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Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony in a 130-Year-Old Traditional House

Kyoto, Japanby Japanese Cooking Class Roujiya

  • 45 min
  • Free cancellation
  • Up to 8 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

Step into a peaceful, authentic tea ceremony experience in a traditional Kyoto machiya over 130 years old. In this intimate small-group session, you will learn the meaning, history, and philosophy behind Japanese tea culture in a clear and approachable way. Your host will guide you through each step of the ceremony, explaining the etiquette and spirit of tea. Watch a graceful tea ceremony performed by your host, then experience it for yourself by preparing matcha using traditional tools. Enjoy high-quality Kyoto matcha paired with carefully selected traditional Japanese sweets in a calm, non-touristy setting that many guests describe as one of the most memorable cultural experiences in Kyoto.

What's included

  • English explanation and guidance
  • Hands-on matcha preparation
  • Tea ceremony experience in a traditional Kyoto machiya
  • Traditional Japanese sweets
  • Premium Kyoto matcha

    Itinerary

    • Welcome to a historic Kyoto machiya (traditional townhouse) • Introduction to tea ceremony, its history, and cultural meaning • Observe a traditional tea ceremony performed by your host • Learn proper tea etiquette and how to drink matcha • Hands-on experience: prepare your own matcha • Enjoy premium Kyoto matcha and traditional Japanese sweets • Relax in a peaceful, small-group atmosphere

    Meeting and pickup

    Traditional Kyoto Home Tea house ROUJI(京町家宿 茶寮 ろうじ) https://maps.app.goo.gl/HrpXqucRmpaP2spE6 -6 min walk from Nijojo station (JR / subway Tozai Line) -10 min walk from Omiya station (Hankyu line)

    End point

    Traditional Kyoto Home Tea house ROUJI(京町家宿 茶寮 ろうじ) https://maps.app.goo.gl/HrpXqucRmpaP2spE6 -6 min walk from Nijojo station (JR / subway Tozai Line) -10 min walk from Omiya station (Hankyu line)

    Good to know

    • Public transportation options are available nearby

    Cancellation policy

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

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