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Four individuals in traditional Japanese kimonos holding fans. 2
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By Éclat Japon

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is S$57 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Experience a traditional tea ceremony comfortably with chair seating
    • Taste premium matcha from a legendary, award-winning Uji tea farm.
    • Capture fun photos and videos with fans, umbrellas, and a Katana.
    • Master the art of whisking your own rich, frothy matcha.
    • Enjoy calligraphy, write your name in Kanji, and take them home as a souvenir!

Activity location

    • Nara
    • Nara, Nara, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 日本、〒612-8052 京都府京都市伏見区瀬戸物町７１１ | Meeting Point & How to Recognize Us The Landmark: Look for a beautifully preserved, 100+ year-old traditional Kyoto townhouse (machiya) with a striking blue curtain at the entrance. How to Recognize Your Guide: Our welcoming staff will be dressed in traditional Kimono, waiting to greet you inside! Quick Transit Guide: By Taxi: Show the driver this address: 京都市伏見区竹中町通瀬戸物町711 (711 Setomonocho, Takenakacho-dori, Fushimi-ku) By Train (Closest Stations): Kintetsu Kyoto Sta. → Momoyama-Goryo-mae Sta. (15 min via Express) Keihan Gion-Shijo Sta. → Fushimi-Momoyama Sta. JR Kyoto Sta. → JR Momoyama Sta. Walking from the Stations: Walk through the Otesuji Shopping Arcade, turn right at the corner with Mizuho Bank / Rakuten Mobile shop, and walk for 2 minutes.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Small Group Tour Without Kimono

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Choose this option for a small group tour up to 8 people in one group.
This option does not include Kimono

Language options: English
Price details
S$56.94 x 1 AdultS$56.94
Total
Price is S$56.94
Until Sun, 20 Sept

Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Choose this option for a private tour where only your group takes part in the experience.

Language options: English
Starting time: 16:00
Price details
S$569.40 x 1 TravellerS$569.40
Total
Price is S$569.40
Until Sun, 20 Sept

Small Group Tour with Kimono

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Choose this option to wear a Kimono during a small-group experience.

Language options: English
Price details
S$105.75 x 1 AdultS$105.75
Total
Price is S$105.75
Until Sun, 20 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Authentic Tea Ceremony Experience
  • Inclusions
    Seasonal Japanese Sweets (Wagashi)
  • Inclusions
    Complimentary Welcome Drinks (Sake, juice, or tea)
  • Inclusions
    Hands-on Matcha Making Lesson
  • Inclusions
    Personalised Calligraphy Souvenir (Your name/favourite words in Kanji or Hiragana)
  • Inclusions
    Traditional Kimono Rental (If option selected)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses.

What you can expect

  • No Floor Sitting Required: Enjoy the tea ceremony comfortably in the modern Ryu-rei (table-and-chair) style, which is highly popular in contemporary Japan.

    Matcha: Taste premium matcha from a legendary, award-winning Uji tea farm.

    Make Your Own Creamy Matcha: Use authentic tea utensils to whisk your own bowl of rich, creamy matcha with step-by-step guidance.

    Memorable Photos with Props: Experience the authentic lifestyle of a Kyoto Machiya. Take photos in the garden using traditional props like Japanese umbrellas, fans, and Katana swords.

    A Gateway to Japanese Arts: Tea ceremony is more than just making tea—it is a beautiful culmination of Japanese culture. Depending on the season, you will also glimpse related traditional arts such as calligraphy, incense (Kodo), and seasonal flower arrangements (Chabana)etc.

    Guidance on tea etiquette and our introductory presentation on the tea ceremony are available in multiple languages, including German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Dutch,, and more.

    Discover a Hidden Gem in South Kyoto:
    Located in Fushimi, South Kyoto—away from the crowded city centre—our venue offers a relaxed, authentic local atmosphere. It is the perfect peaceful escape, yet conveniently close to Fushimi Inari and Uji.

    This experience is a great way to immerse yourself in Kyoto's tea culture with a local specialist!

Location

Activity location

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    • Nara
    • Nara, Nara, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 日本、〒612-8052 京都府京都市伏見区瀬戸物町７１１ | Meeting Point & How to Recognize Us The Landmark: Look for a beautifully preserved, 100+ year-old traditional Kyoto townhouse (machiya) with a striking blue curtain at the entrance. How to Recognize Your Guide: Our welcoming staff will be dressed in traditional Kimono, waiting to greet you inside! Quick Transit Guide: By Taxi: Show the driver this address: 京都市伏見区竹中町通瀬戸物町711 (711 Setomonocho, Takenakacho-dori, Fushimi-ku) By Train (Closest Stations): Kintetsu Kyoto Sta. → Momoyama-Goryo-mae Sta. (15 min via Express) Keihan Gion-Shijo Sta. → Fushimi-Momoyama Sta. JR Kyoto Sta. → JR Momoyama Sta. Walking from the Stations: Walk through the Otesuji Shopping Arcade, turn right at the corner with Mizuho Bank / Rakuten Mobile shop, and walk for 2 minutes.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 日本、〒612-8052 京都府京都市伏見区瀬戸物町７１１ | Meeting Point & How to Recognize Us The Landmark: Look for a beautifully preserved, 100+ year-old traditional Kyoto townhouse (machiya) with a striking blue curtain at the entrance. How to Recognize Your Guide: Our welcoming staff will be dressed in traditional Kimono, waiting to greet you inside! Quick Transit Guide: By Taxi: Show the driver this address: 京都市伏見区竹中町通瀬戸物町711 (711 Setomonocho, Takenakacho-dori, Fushimi-ku) By Train (Closest Stations): Kintetsu Kyoto Sta. → Momoyama-Goryo-mae Sta. (15 min via Express) Keihan Gion-Shijo Sta. → Fushimi-Momoyama Sta. JR Kyoto Sta. → JR Momoyama Sta. Walking from the Stations: Walk through the Otesuji Shopping Arcade, turn right at the corner with Mizuho Bank / Rakuten Mobile shop, and walk for 2 minutes.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan