KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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This program is not just an experience. Many of the tea ceremony instructors who will be in charge of the tea ceremony have been involved in tea ceremony culture for many years, and they will not only explain the tea ceremony culture you want to know about, but also provide detailed explanations about all aspects of Japanese culture. They will also give you direct advice on how to enjoy the real tea ceremony culture.
Also, you can enjoy a tea ceremony experience while wearing a kimono. First, choose a kimono with your favorite color and pattern from the rich kimono collection in Nishijin, Kyoto. We will help you with your hair set before putting on your kimono. After that, you will have a simple photo shoot.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
In this program, you can enjoy a tea ceremony experience while wearing a kimono. First, choose a kimono with your favorite color and pattern from the rich kimono collection in Nishijin, Kyoto. We will help you with your hair set before putting on your kimono. After that, you will have a simple photo shoot and then enjoy the tea ceremony experience with a master. Our tea room has been used for three generations. It is located near Daitoku-ji Temple, a place deeply rooted in Japanese tea culture. It's a bit old, but we'll do our best to help alleviate the fatigue from your trip to Japan. First, a tea master who has studied tea ceremonies for 30 years will show you the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. After having a cup of tea with seasonal sweets, you will learn about the history and etiquette of the ceremony, and even have the chance to prepare your tea. Why don't you share a wonderful once-in-a-lifetime time with the tea master?
Sample Menu
dessert
Japanese Sweets
1, Serve Japanese Sweets 2,Serve Powered green Tea
What‘s Included
Professional instructor
Coffee and/or Tea
Private transportation
Options
Tea Ceremony with wearing kimono in Kyoto
Reviews
336 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful Experience!
Nicole A,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tea ceremony was such a lovely experience. We were dressed in kimono and our hair was done super efficiently (I recommend having an idea of what color you want to wear because they ask you which one you like and waste no time!). Once we were dressed, the host took us into a room and talked us through posing and took lots of pictures for us. I wasn't expecting that, but it was great! He also translated and explained everything the tea master did during the tea ceremony, as well as providing historical context. It was really beautiful and calming. Every movement is so considered and nothing is rushed. We got to enjoy a cup of tea and two traditional sweets. Our tea ceremony had 5 groups of 2-3 people and one person from each group got to go up and make the tea with the tea master's guidance. A little daunting, but ultimately very fun! It was such a unique experience, and I'm deeply grateful that they are willing to share this experience with tourists. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Kyoto! Thank you!
Excellent. Learned a lot....
Kathy F,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent. Learned a lot. Enjoyed the ceremony and the kimono. If you are interested in tea, this is a must do.
This was a lovely...
John D,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a lovely experience. Getting dressed in a kimono and taking part in a traditional tea ceremony made the event feel special and authentic. It was a beautiful way to get a bit of understanding for Japanese culture, and I recommend taking part in one.
Such an amazing...
Chana M,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Such an amazing experience - informative and engaging! Wonderful hostesses! Be present and enjoy the moment…you won’t regret it!
Absolute Magical...
Rene C,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolute Magical Experience!! Highly Recommended! Must do in Kyoto! Worth every penny. Everything was as described.
Highly recommend
Arianna M,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really great experience and so well put-together! They have their system down and pull out all the stops to give you a great experience. Highly recommend adding this to your itinerary.
Full immersion
Nancy N,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were greeted with very professional lady to change into out kimonos , both men and women. Women had a hair stylist provide updo! Bedt part was Japanese interpretation by Akira. It was very nice to learn history and present day customs. Akira helped us pose and take memorable photos to make the most of us being thoughtfully dressed in kimonos!
Wonderful tea ceremony experience.
Kim H,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Learned so much about Japanese tea ceremony. Very authentic presentation. We enjoyed the tea master and the translator and had fun meeting other travelers from around the world. At first I was hesitant to book a ceremony where we would wear kimonos, but this was such a beautiful part of the experience. Highly recommend.
Excellent traditional experience
juliesA9742FS,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent experience. We felt looked after from the moment we arrived. We shared our experience with other people but the numbers were kept small so it did not detract from the experience at all. Everyone of the staff were friendly and very helpful from choosing your kimono and being dressed to learning how to prepare and perform the tea ceremony. I would definitely recommend it.
Excellent and authentic...
David N,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent and authentic experience! We were very glad we built this into our trip. Also very informative for the history of the tea ceremony.
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