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See Kyoto’s cultural heart, wear a kimono and master the art of Japanese tea ceremony.
- Everything you get: Choose from over 200 beautiful kimonos, with expert assistance and simple hairstyling included. Join a small group in an elegant tea room, learn the rituals of matcha preparation from a licensed guide, and savor traditional wagashi sweets and matcha. All utensils, guidance, and taxes are covered.
- Why choose this: Experience authentic Japanese hospitality in a welcoming, intimate setting, perfect for first-timers and culture lovers.
- Upgrades: Upgrade to the Kimono Tea Ceremony & Japanese Calligraphy Experience to add a guided calligraphy session.
See Kyoto’s cultural heart, wear a kimono and master the art of Japanese tea ceremony.
- Everything you get: Choose from over 200 beautiful kimonos, with expert assistance and simple hairstyling included. Join a small group in an elegant tea room, learn the rituals of matcha preparation from a licensed guide, and savor traditional wagashi sweets and matcha. All utensils, guidance, and taxes are covered.
- Why choose this: Experience authentic Japanese hospitality in a welcoming, intimate setting, perfect for first-timers and culture lovers.
- Upgrades: Upgrade to the Kimono Tea Ceremony & Japanese Calligraphy Experience to add a guided calligraphy session.
Inclusions
- Kimono set rental
- Simple hairstyling (women only)
- Tea ceremony utensils rental
- Traditional snacks (wagashi and matcha)
- Licensed guide
- All fees and taxes
- Japanese calligraphy set rental (based on option selected)
Exclusions
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
What to bring
- A smartphone with internet access to open and present your voucher on the day of your experience (screenshots or printed copies are not accepted).
What’s not allowed
- Screenshots or printed copies of your voucher are not accepted; you must access the booking via the provided link and present it on your smartphone.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
- The venue is located in a traditional setting in Gion and may involve steps and narrow entrances.
Additional information
- Reservation is required by 12pm one day before your participation date.
- Your voucher is valid only for the specified participation date.
- Transportation to and from the meeting point is not included.
- The experience takes place at Gion Orizuruya, 572-7 Minamigawa, Gion-machi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto.
- The venue is a 10-minute walk from Hankyu Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station and a 7-minute walk from Keihan Gion-Shijo Station.
- Children aged 3 and above require a ticket.
- The experience is conducted in small groups (maximum 10 guests for the tea ceremony option; maximum 3 guests for the tea ceremony & calligraphy option).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Create your own take-home personalized perfume bottle
- Get a whiff of French culture as you explore the world of perfumery at the renowned Fragonard Perfume Museum, a unique cultural experience.
- Step back in time as you explore a collection of ancient perfume bottles, with a guide by your side, learn about bygone techniques from Grasse – the perfume capital, and marvel at precious artifacts.
- After a riveting museum tour, dive into a hands-on perfume workshop. Learn, blend, and take home your very own 12 ml Eau de Toilette - a unique, personal keepsake.
- The workshop offers a sensory-rich experience. Identify distinct compositions related to the Flower of the Year and learn about the olfactory pyramid to create a harmonious blend.
Create your own take-home personalized perfume bottle
- Get a whiff of French culture as you explore the world of perfumery at the renowned Fragonard Perfume Museum, a unique cultural experience.
- Step back in time as you explore a collection of ancient perfume bottles, with a guide by your side, learn about bygone techniques from Grasse – the perfume capital, and marvel at precious artifacts.
- After a riveting museum tour, dive into a hands-on perfume workshop. Learn, blend, and take home your very own 12 ml Eau de Toilette - a unique, personal keepsake.
- The workshop offers a sensory-rich experience. Identify distinct compositions related to the Flower of the Year and learn about the olfactory pyramid to create a harmonious blend.
Inclusions
- Entry to the Fragonard Perfume Museum
- 20-minute guided tour of the museum
- Perfume-making workshop available in English, Spanish, and French
- 12ml of your perfume creation
- Tip: Don't wear any perfume on the day of your visit. Arriving scent-free will allow you to fully appreciate the various odors in the museum and during the workshop.
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 8 years.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair users.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
An authentic tea ceremony at a Japanese home near Kinkaku-ji Temple, guided by an experienced instructor**.**
- Everything you get: 45-minute tea ceremony experience; entry to a tatami-lined tea room; English-speaking experienced instructor; matcha-making demonstration and tasting of your own hand-whisked tea with some sweets by the side, take a tour of the tea house and small garden with photo ops in a traditional Japanese setting.
- Why choose this: Learn centuries-old tea rituals in a calm, small-group setting; perfect for travellers who want to experience Kyoto’s traditions intimately.
- Upgrades: Wear a kimono during the ceremony and capture photos throughout the house with an optional upgrade.
An authentic tea ceremony at a Japanese home near Kinkaku-ji Temple, guided by an experienced instructor**.**
- Everything you get: 45-minute tea ceremony experience; entry to a tatami-lined tea room; English-speaking experienced instructor; matcha-making demonstration and tasting of your own hand-whisked tea with some sweets by the side, take a tour of the tea house and small garden with photo ops in a traditional Japanese setting.
- Why choose this: Learn centuries-old tea rituals in a calm, small-group setting; perfect for travellers who want to experience Kyoto’s traditions intimately.
- Upgrades: Wear a kimono during the ceremony and capture photos throughout the house with an optional upgrade.
Inclusions
- 45-minute shared tea ceremony session
- Tea ceremony conducted in English
- Matcha preparation and tasting
- Introduction to tea ceremony etiquette
- Kimono dressing during the ceremony (if option selected)
What to bring
- 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.
What’s not allowed
- 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.
Accessibility
- 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.
Additional information
- 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.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Kyoto Nishiki Market Area: Tea Ceremony Experience in a 100-Year-Old Machiya
Traditional tea ceremony in a 100-year-old Kyoto machiya near Nishiki Market
- Everything you get: Step inside a preserved Kyoto machiya townhouse near Nishiki Market and join a guided tea ceremony led by an English-speaking host. Learn the meaning behind the ritual, watch the tea prepared, then whisk and enjoy your own bowl of matcha with seasonal wagashi sweets.
- Why choose this: A small-group cultural experience in an authentic machiya setting where you learn tea etiquette and participate in the ceremony rather than just watch.
- Upgrades: Upgrade to a kimono plan to dress in traditional attire before the ceremony and enjoy photos in the machiya and nearby Kyoto streets.
Traditional tea ceremony in a 100-year-old Kyoto machiya near Nishiki Market
- Everything you get: Step inside a preserved Kyoto machiya townhouse near Nishiki Market and join a guided tea ceremony led by an English-speaking host. Learn the meaning behind the ritual, watch the tea prepared, then whisk and enjoy your own bowl of matcha with seasonal wagashi sweets.
- Why choose this: A small-group cultural experience in an authentic machiya setting where you learn tea etiquette and participate in the ceremony rather than just watch.
- Upgrades: Upgrade to a kimono plan to dress in traditional attire before the ceremony and enjoy photos in the machiya and nearby Kyoto streets.
Inclusions
- Guided Japanese tea ceremony
- Matcha tea preparation session
- Traditional wagashi sweets
- Tea ceremony etiquette guidance
- Tea ceremony in machiya townhouse
- Kimono rental (based on option selected)
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Personal expenses
- Professional photography services
What to bring
- Wear or bring socks, as shoes are removed before entering tatami rooms in the machiya.
- For kimono plans, wear light inner layers that are easy to change in and out of.
What’s not allowed
- Avoid strong perfumes or fragrances as they interfere with the aroma of matcha.
- Late arrivals may miss parts of the ceremony introduction or instructions.
Accessibility
- Table-and-chair seating is often available for guests unable to sit on tatami.
- Historic machiya houses may have steps and narrow entrances for wheelchairs.
Additional information
- Sessions run in small groups with fixed start times so arrive 10–15 minutes early.
- Hosts guide the ceremony in English so no prior knowledge is needed.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Step into Kyoto’s traditions—choose your kimono and savor a hands-on tea ceremony experience.
- Everything you get: Select from over 200 kimonos with professional dressing assistance and free hairstyling for women. Join an English-guided tea ceremony, prepare matcha using a traditional chasen, and enjoy Japanese sweets from a long-established store. All materials are included—just arrive ready to participate.
- Why choose this: Experience Japanese culture with a guided, interactive tea ceremony and kimono experience right near Nishiki Market—perfect for first-timers and culture lovers.
- Upgrades: Upgrade your experience with a Japanese calligraphy workshop or a gold leaf craft session, where you create and take home your own finished piece.
Step into Kyoto’s traditions—choose your kimono and savor a hands-on tea ceremony experience.
- Everything you get: Select from over 200 kimonos with professional dressing assistance and free hairstyling for women. Join an English-guided tea ceremony, prepare matcha using a traditional chasen, and enjoy Japanese sweets from a long-established store. All materials are included—just arrive ready to participate.
- Why choose this: Experience Japanese culture with a guided, interactive tea ceremony and kimono experience right near Nishiki Market—perfect for first-timers and culture lovers.
- Upgrades: Upgrade your experience with a Japanese calligraphy workshop or a gold leaf craft session, where you create and take home your own finished piece.
Inclusions
- Choice of over 200 kimonos
- Free hair styling for women
- Kimono rental
- All materials necessary for the selected experience (tea ceremony, calligraphy, or gold leaf workshop)
- Japanese sweets from a long-established store (based on option selected)
- Finished gold leaf plate to take home (based on option selected)
What to bring
- Please bring a smartphone with internet access, as you must open your voucher link and present the live “Use” screen to staff. Screenshots or printed tickets are not accepted.
- You do not need to bring anything else; all necessary materials for your selected experience are provided.
What’s not allowed
- Screenshots or printed versions of your voucher are not accepted. Only the live “Use” screen on your smartphone is valid.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
- Reservations must be made by 12pm, one day before your participation date.
- Your voucher is valid only for the specified participation date.
- The experience is conducted in English.
- Free hair styling for women is included as part of the kimono experience.
- Children aged 3 and above require a ticket to participate.
- All materials needed for the tea ceremony, calligraphy, or gold leaf workshop are included based on your selected option.
- Tea ceremony variants include Japanese sweets from a long-established store.
- Guests joining the gold leaf experience can take home their finished plate as a souvenir.
- The experience takes place at Nishiki Orizuruya.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.