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Highlights

  • Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony conducted in English, lasting 45 minutes near Kinkaku-ji.
  • Participate as a guest in the traditional Matcha Making & Tea Ceremony within Kyoto's Kinkaku-ji Area.
  • Learn about proper etiquette and gestures during the ceremony inside a tatami room.
  • Take matcha using traditional tea utensils, learning about its preparation process.
  • (Optional) Enhance your experience with an upgrade that includes kimono dressing for groups of at least 2 guests.

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Dive into Kyoto's rich tea culture with this 45-minute shared tea ceremony near Kinkaku-ji. Conducted in English, you'll engage as a guest while absorbing the refined customs and etiquette of Japan’s traditional tea practices.

Getting started

Make sure to arrive at the designated tea house before your scheduled time with your booking confirmation ready for presentation. Following a brief introduction on tea ceremony etiquette, you will be welcomed into the tatami-lined room where the session unfolds.

Tea Ceremony Experience

Join an authentic Japanese tea ceremony guided by an expert instructor who upholds one of Japan’s most esteemed tea traditions.

  • Discover how to properly handle a tea bowl as a guest during the ceremony.
  • Prepare and take matcha using traditional tools, immersing yourself in the process.
  • Observe the precise movements and sequence that characterize this ceremonial practice.
  • Savor the serene and respectful ambiance of a classic tea room setting.

Upgrades

Elevate your experience by opting for the kimono upgrade, allowing you to don elegant Japanese attire during the ceremony while capturing memorable photos throughout the venue.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • A 45-minute shared experience of a tea ceremony session
  • The tea ceremony is conducted in English for better understanding
  • Participants will engage in matcha preparation and tasting activities
  • An introduction to the etiquette involved in the tea ceremony is provided
  • (Optional) Experience kimono dressing during the ceremony if you choose this option
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Please bring your booking confirmation in digital or printed form to present upon arrival.
  • You must wear socks as shoes are not permitted inside the tatami tea room. If you require a chair, inform the instructor beforehand.
  • Ensure quiet and respectful behavior during the ceremony; loud conversations or disruptive actions are not allowed.
  • If arriving late beyond your scheduled session time, please note that accommodation may not be possible.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Please bring your booking confirmation, either in digital or printed form, to present upon arrival. You must wear socks, as shoes are not permitted inside the tatami tea room.

Guests must not engage in loud conversations or disruptive behaviour, as the tea ceremony requires a quiet and respectful atmosphere. Guests who arrive late beyond their scheduled session time may not be accommodated.

Chairs are available for guests who are unable to sit on tatami mats, but you should inform the instructor in advance if you require one.

This is a shared tea ceremony experience conducted with other participants. The seating capacity may reach approximately 13 guests during high season. The tea room requires a calm and quiet atmosphere throughout the session. If small children become disruptive during the ceremony, guests may be asked to step outside in order to maintain the setting. Guests who select the kimono option must arrive at least 20 minutes before the session begins for dressing. For children under 7–8 years old who select the kimono option, a yukata will be provided instead of a kimono. The kimono option requires a minimum booking of two guests.

Yes, the tea ceremony takes place in Kyoto's Kinkaku-ji area.

Your booking includes a 45-minute shared tea ceremony with English instructions and an introduction to etiquette.

No, you must go through all mandatory security checks as they are not skipped.

Please have your booking confirmation ready and wear socks since shoes aren't allowed inside the tatami room.

Yes, you must remove your shoes before entering the tatami-lined tea room. Wearing socks is required.

No, guests who are more than their scheduled time will not be accommodated in the ceremony.

Yes, maintain a quiet and respectful atmosphere as loud conversations or disruptive behavior aren't allowed.

You can upgrade your experience with a kimono dressing option if you book at least two guests together.

You'll participate actively, learning about proper etiquette and gestures while preparing matcha using traditional utensils.

No, all costs for additional items or services are not covered by the booking fee.

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