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Highlights

  • Join a 45-minute shared tea ceremony conducted in English near Kinkaku-ji.
  • Take part as a guest in an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, not just a demonstration.
  • Learn the proper etiquette, gestures, and flow of the ceremony inside a traditional tatami room.
  • Prepare and whisk matcha using traditional tea utensils.
  • Upgrade your experience with a kimono dressing option (minimum 2 guests required).

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)

Must Know

  • 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.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

  • Please arrive at the attraction 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Point

  • Please check your voucher for final instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the start of your experience

Your Experience

Step into Kyoto’s tea culture through a 45-minute shared tea ceremony held near Kinkaku-ji. Conducted in English, this session allows you to actively participate as a guest while learning the refined customs and etiquette of the Japanese tea tradition.

Getting started

Arrive at the tea house before your scheduled time and present your booking confirmation. After a brief introduction to tea ceremony etiquette, you’ll enter the tatami-lined room where the session takes place.

What to expect

Tea Ceremony experience

Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony led by an experienced instructor — known for preserving one of Japan’s most respected tea traditions.

Features

  • Learn how to handle the tea bowl properly as a guest

  • Prepare and whisk matcha using traditional utensils

  • Observe the movements and sequence that define the ceremony

  • Experience the quiet, respectful atmosphere of a traditional tea room

Upgrades

Enhance your experience by choosing the kimono upgrade — wear elegant Japanese attire during the ceremony and capture memorable photos throughout the house.

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