Kyoto tea and kimono ceremony in a traditional machiya townhouse
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Experience a traditional tea ceremony in an authentic machiya wooden townhouse built over 100 years ago, where the historic interior feels like a living museum. Unlike many tea ceremonies, this experience is conducted at a table with chairs, so there is no need to sit on the floor. Enjoy a welcome drink from Kyoto's Fushimi sake district, including sake or umeshu, with nonalcoholic options available. A kimono option is also available, featuring beautiful silk pieces from the host's family gofukuya shop. Kimonos are available for guests of all ages, including children and infants. Then, learn from a tea ceremony instructor with over 30 years of experience. Whisk your own tea and enjoy it with traditional wagashi while learning about the ceremony's history and culture.
Highlights
- Experience a tea ceremony in a 100-year-old machiya, a traditional wooden townhouse
- Immerse yourself in an authentic table and chair tea ceremony
- Learn from a tea ceremony instructor with over 30 years of experience
- Wear a beautiful traditional kimono, available for guests of all ages
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Activity package
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Drinks
- Use of equipment
- Snacks
- Certified instructor
- Workshop
Not included
- Transportation
Where you'll meet
Meet your host directly at the venue. A guide in a kimono will meet you at an old Kyoto townhouse with a blue curtain. It is 20-minutes away by train from Kyoto Station, or a 6-minute walk from Momoyama Goryo-mae Station. You'll need to arrive 30 minutes before the start of your tea ceremony experience to prepare for kimono dressing.
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Important information
Accessibility:
* This activity is stroller-friendly
Know in advance:
* The tea ceremony will be performed using chairs and tables instead of sitting on the floor
* For guests who are pregnant, please refrain from wearing a kimono, in consideration of your health and safety
Remember to bring:
* Socks. This is part of standard tea room etiquette. If you don't have any, the local operator can lend you a pair