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Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony with Tea Master at Home

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$194.12
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto offers a unique experience that emphasizes peace and mindfulness. A certificated tea teacher invites you to engage with this refined world, blending the past and present harmoniously.

  • 🍵 The matcha served is a high-quality, original blend sourced from a historic tea farm in Uji.
  • 🎨 Custom-made tea bowls are handcrafted and hand-painted by ceramic artists based in Kyoto.
  • 🍬 Sweets are specially ordered from a historic Kyoto wagashi shop, containing no allergens such as eggs, nuts, gluten, or animal products.
  • 🛋️ The tea ceremony takes place in an authentic tea room constructed solely from natural materials by artisans in Kyoto.
  • 🌿 This experience immerses you in Japan’s rich cultural heritage, allowing for personal reflection and connection with nature.
private session
private: you do not need to attend the others
Duration: 1 hour
2cups of Matcha: 3 different type of Japanese sweets
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour

  • Demonstration and hands-on experience Guided explanation and matcha preparation by a tea master.
  • Seasonal Three types of handcrafted wagashi from a long-established Kyoto confectioner
  • Original tea ceremony booklet A concise guide to the spirit and etiquette of tea.
  • Two bowls of matcha prepared with our original blended matcha from Uji
  • Kimono rental is not included.

Meeting point
Important Information Children under 13 cannot be accepted. All participants must pay the class fee. Please bring or wear socks (bare feet are not allowed). Socks can be purchased on site if needed. Arrive on time — guests arriving more than 15 minutes late cannot join and no refund will be given.
Return details
Important Information Children under 13 cannot be accepted. All participants must pay the class fee. Please bring or wear socks (bare feet are not allowed). Socks can be purchased on site if needed. Arrive on time — guests arriving more than 15 minutes late cannot join and no refund will be given.

A Discreet Kyoto Retreat — Where Living Tradition Is Shared Privately

Step into Sakura Experience Japanese Culture, a serene private home near Nijo Castle, where Japanese traditions are practiced as living arts rather than performances. This quiet retreat has welcomed dignitaries, cultural figures, and museum professionals seeking an authentic, respectful encounter with Kyoto culture.

Experiences take place in traditional tea rooms, Koma and Hiroma, guided by certified masters of tea ceremony, ikebana, and calligraphy. Guests engage directly with Kyoto craftsmanship—custom-made tea bowls commissioned from Kiyomizu and Raku potters, original matcha sourced from historic tea gardens in Uji, and seasonal wagashi prepared by a long-established Kyoto confectioner.

Privacy, depth, and cultural integrity define this experience, making it ideal for travelers seeking quiet refinement rather than staged entertainment.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 【Age Policy】 Children aged 13 and under are not permitted to join this class. If you arrive with a child without prior notice, you will not be able to attend and no refund will be issued.
  • 【Punctuality 】Please arrive on time. Guests arriving more than 15 minutes after the start will not be able to participate, and no refund can be provided.
  • 【Socks Requirement】 For hygiene and to protect the tatami mats, please wear socks (not bare feet). If you forget, socks are available for purchase on site.
  • 【Appropriate Attire】 Please wear a long skirt or long pants and a top with sleeves. Sleeveless tops, shorts, or mini skirts are not permitted.
  • 【Perfume & Fragrance】 Kindly refrain from wearing perfume (including musk-based scents), as it can disturb the tea room atmosphere. Guests wearing fragrance may be asked to remove it before entering.
  • 【Seating】Small chairs are available for guests who need them. Please inform us in advance.
  • This experience is best suited for guests who appreciate quiet settings, cultural depth, and traditional etiquette.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony with Tea Master at Home

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $194.12
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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