A Unique Antique Kimono and Tea ceremony Experience in English
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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In this class, you can experience the tea ceremony in a 100-year-old house, wearing a rare and valuable antique kimono that is more than 80 years old.
● Here, you can learn tea ceremony etiquette and how to make delicious matcha tea.
The fourth-generation owner of the kimono shop is a kimono specialist, so you can listen to a lecture on kimono while being shown kimonos suitable for various occasions. Of course, he can also help you co-ordinate your kimono.
Wearing rare and valuable antique kimonos and learning about the tea ceremony is a unique experience here.
Available in English.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Antique kimono rental fee
Tea ceremony experience fee (with green tea and Japanese sweets)
Lunch
Dinner
What To Expect
You will experience the tea ceremony in an old private house that is over 100 years old. Due to our location near Katsura Imperial Villa, you will be able to enjoy the hospitality of the tea ceremony in a much quieter and calmer atmosphere than in the city. The owner has over 20 years of experience in the tea ceremony, and you will learn the unique etiquette and manners of the tea ceremony. The relationship between samurai and the tea ceremony is also an interesting point. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the tea ceremony while wearing a rare and valuable antique kimono. Available in English
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A Unique Antique Kimono and Tea ceremony Experience in English
Reviews
101 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Utterly lovely
Nicoal B,
Oct 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a lovely experience with this family! We started on time. We chose kimonos and obis. He dressed us snuggly and we continued to the ceremony. We enjoyed every moment of this beautiful, relaxing time.
Fantastic Tea Ceremony experience
Jorge Q,
Oct 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00The whole Tea Ceremony and Kimono experience was wonderful! Toku and his family take pride on what they do and make you feel very welcome at their home/shop! I would highly recommend this activity to anyone that wants an authentic experience in Kyoto!
Looved the experience!!
Mirella T,
Oct 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had such a wonderful experience! Toku and family were splendid and made us feel welcome. They are such caring people that we got stuck in Osaka and knew we would not be able to make it in time to the Tea Ceremony by far, they immediately wrote me back saying they would wait for us! They did not want us too miss the experience! The Kimonos were beautiful and they took the time and dedication to dress us perfectly ( even my hair). They took beautiful pictures and the TC was done with reverence and explained in detail. We absolutely would recommend this experience with this super nice family!
Amazing
Steve M,
Oct 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was an amazing experience that felt personal and authentic. We learned so many great details and more importantly about the spirit of the ceremony. Highlight of our trip so far.
Instead of the typical...
LW A,
Oct 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Instead of the typical tourist session, this felt like a humbling experience. Meeting Toku-san and his wife, away from the masses in what felt like “the real Japan”, learning his life story and learning all about the tea culture left a lasting impression.
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