Elegant Tea Ceremony While Wearing Kimono Experience in Kyoto

4.9(55)2 h 30 minBy H.I.S.Co., Ltd.

About this activity

Enjoy a world of quiet elegance at Nishiki Orizuruya. All plans include kimono rental (with free hair styling for women) and are guided in English.

1. Authentic Tea Ceremony: After a captivating demonstration, learn to whisk your own matcha using a traditional bamboo whisk. Your prepared tea is paired with exquisite, seasonal Wagashi (traditional sweets) sourced from a celebrated 100-year-old Kyoto confectionery shop.

2. Tea Ceremony & Calligraphy: Combine the meditative art of tea with the flow of brush and ink. After savoring your matcha and sweets, learn to write your favorite kanji using a brush and ink. A great chance to create a personal keepsake.

3. Tea Ceremony & Guided Nishiki Market Tour: Enjoy the complete tea ceremony experience, then set out on a culinary adventure. Explore the bustling stalls of "Kyoto’s Kitchen" (Nishiki Market), hidden local shrines, and ancient specialty shops to discover the deep roots of Kyoto's food culture.

What's included

✓Kimono experience
✓Experience fees

Meeting and pickup

6 minutes from Hankyu Karasuma Station, 8 minutes from Hankyu Kawaramachi Station, and 8 minutes from Subway Shijo Station.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled reservation time.
Children aged 5 and above may join the tour. Please note there is no child discount.
Expect potential crowding on weekends, holidays, and during special events.
In case of severe weather or natural disasters (e.g., typhoon), the tour will be canceled and fully refunded.
Guests are responsible for their own belongings; please take care of your valuables.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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