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Home/Destinations/Kyoto/Tea & Kimono

Kyoto Tea Ceremonies & Kimono Experiences

Immerse yourself in tradition: a Japanese tea ceremony in a serene garden teahouse, dressing in a kimono to stroll the old streets, or trying calligraphy and a samurai experience. Kyoto, the heart of Japanese culture, is the perfect place for these hands-on activities.

163 tours · prices per person, book with partner

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
Kyoto
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha
4.9(2,231)·2 hours
from$30/ person
via Viator
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI
Kyoto
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI
4.9(1,119)·1h 30min
from$53/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
−20%
Kyoto
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
5.0(446)·1h 30min
from$78$97/ person
via Viator
Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Camellia Flower Teahouse
Kyoto
Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Camellia Flower Teahouse
4.8(305)·45 min
from$36/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Kiyomizu Tea Ceremony with Scenic Garden Views
Kyoto
Kyoto Kiyomizu Tea Ceremony with Scenic Garden Views
4.9(246)·50 min
from$57/ person
via Viator
Private Tea Ceremony and Sake Tasting in Kyoto Samurai House
Kyoto
Private Tea Ceremony and Sake Tasting in Kyoto Samurai House
5.0(189)·50 min
from$130/ person
via Viator
Traditional Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweets in Kyoto
Kyoto
Traditional Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweets in Kyoto
4.9(184)·1 hour
from$26/ person
via Viator
Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Oritzuruya, Nishiki
Kyoto
Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Oritzuruya, Nishiki
4.9(151)·1h 30min
from$50/ person
via Viator
A Unique Antique Kimono and Tea ceremony Experience in English
Kyoto
A Unique Antique Kimono and Tea ceremony Experience in English
4.9(128)·1h 30min
from$97/ person
via Viator
Tea Ceremony Kyoto - An Authentic Cultural Experience
Kyoto
Tea Ceremony Kyoto - An Authentic Cultural Experience
5.0(120)·1 hour
from$45/ person
via Viator
Kyoto: Special price -Tea Ceremony and Kimono at Machiya
Kyoto
Kyoto: Special price -Tea Ceremony and Kimono at Machiya
4.1(93)·1h 30min
from$157/ person
via Viator
Private Kyoto Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony in Emika's Home
Kyoto
Private Kyoto Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony in Emika's Home
5.0(86)·3 hours
from$109/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Grind Your Own Matcha Tea Ceremony in Arashiyama
Kyoto
Kyoto Grind Your Own Matcha Tea Ceremony in Arashiyama
5.0(84)·45 min
from$13/ person
via Viator
Tea ceremony by the tea master in Kyoto SHIUN AN
Kyoto
Tea ceremony by the tea master in Kyoto SHIUN AN
4.8(82)·45 min
from$31/ person
via Viator
Maiko Dance and Tea Ceremony on a Noh Stage in Kyoto
Kyoto
Maiko Dance and Tea Ceremony on a Noh Stage in Kyoto
5.0(76)·1h 30min
from$143/ person
via Viator
Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
Kyoto
Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto
4.4(75)·1–9 hours
from$25/ person
via Viator
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, Karasuma Shijo
Kyoto
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, Karasuma Shijo
4.9(67)·1h 30min
from$53/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony with Tea Master at Home
Kyoto
Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony with Tea Master at Home
5.0(65)·1 hour
from$117/ person
via Viator
Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Professional Photoshoot in Kyoto
Kyoto
Tea Ceremony with Kimono and Professional Photoshoot in Kyoto
4.8(57)·1h 45min
from$128/ person
via Viator
Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony in a 130-Year-Old Traditional House
Kyoto
Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony in a 130-Year-Old Traditional House
4.7(52)·45 min
from$39/ person
via Viator
Elegant Tea Ceremony While Wearing Kimono Experience in Kyoto
Kyoto
Elegant Tea Ceremony While Wearing Kimono Experience in Kyoto
4.9(48)·2h 30min
from$50/ person
via Viator
Tea Ceremony Experience in Traditional Kyoto Townhouse
Kyoto
Tea Ceremony Experience in Traditional Kyoto Townhouse
4.9(44)·1 hour
from$29/ person
via Viator
Authentic Tea Ceremony (Open Session, Max 8 Guests) Table & Chair
Kyoto
Authentic Tea Ceremony (Open Session, Max 8 Guests) Table & Chair
4.8(32)·45 min
from$21/ person
via Viator
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a 150-Year-Old Silk Merchant's Home
Kyoto
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony in a 150-Year-Old Silk Merchant's Home
5.0(31)·1h 15min
from$44/ person
via Viator
KYOTO: Private Tea Ceremony in Hidden Townhouse (Kid-Friendly)
Kyoto
KYOTO: Private Tea Ceremony in Hidden Townhouse (Kid-Friendly)
5.0(29)·45 min
from$47/ person
via Viator
Kyoto: Quiet and Graceful Tea Ceremony
Kyoto
Kyoto: Quiet and Graceful Tea Ceremony
4.6(28)·45 min
from$56/ person
via Viator
Kyoto : Okada Tea Ceremony & Kimono
Kyoto
Kyoto : Okada Tea Ceremony & Kimono
5.0(26)·2h 30min
from$84/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Japanese Tea Ceremony Experience in Ankoan
Kyoto
Kyoto Japanese Tea Ceremony Experience in Ankoan
4.9(26)·1 hour
from$32/ person
via Viator
Experience Authentic Tea Ceremony in Kyoto
Kyoto
Experience Authentic Tea Ceremony in Kyoto
5.0(24)·1h 30min
from$44/ person
via Viator
Tea Ceremony Experience in Traditional Kyoto Townhouse
Kyoto
Tea Ceremony Experience in Traditional Kyoto Townhouse
5.0(23)·1 hour
from$29/ person
via Viator
A candlelit tea ceremony in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse.
Kyoto
A candlelit tea ceremony in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse.
5.0(22)·45 min
from$45/ person
via Viator
Private Authentic Matcha Tea Ceremony in a Kyoto Tea Room
Kyoto
Private Authentic Matcha Tea Ceremony in a Kyoto Tea Room
5.0(22)·1h 30min
from$162/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Nishiki Market Walk Tour with Tea Ceremony Experience
Kyoto
Kyoto Nishiki Market Walk Tour with Tea Ceremony Experience
5.0(20)·3 hours
from$62/ person
via Viator
Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Orizuruya Gion
Kyoto
Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Orizuruya Gion
5.0(18)·1h 30min
from$50/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony at a Japanese Inns
Kyoto
Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony at a Japanese Inns
5.0(18)·1h 30min
from$104/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Kimono & Yukata Rental to enjoy stylish tradition
Kyoto
Kyoto Kimono & Yukata Rental to enjoy stylish tradition
4.7(15)·1–6 hours
from$27/ person
via Viator
Authentic Tea Ceremony & Calligraphy in Kyoto with Kamogawa View
−10%
Kyoto
Authentic Tea Ceremony & Calligraphy in Kyoto with Kamogawa View
5.0(9)·1 hour
from$32$36/ person
via Viator
Experience Kimono in Kyoto
Kyoto
Experience Kimono in Kyoto
5.0(8)·1 hour
from$37/ person
via Viator
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Experience in a small tea room
Kyoto
Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Experience in a small tea room
4.9(7)·1 hour
from$39/ person
via Viator
Kyoto: Kimono, Tea Ceremony with Japanese Garden and Studio
Kyoto
Kyoto: Kimono, Tea Ceremony with Japanese Garden and Studio
5.0(5)·8 hours
from$19/ person
via Viator
Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony
Kyoto
Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony
5.0(5)·1h 30min
from$20/ person
via Viator
Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony - Small Group Experience
Kyoto
Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony - Small Group Experience
4.6(5)·45 min
from$36/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Tea Ceremony Meditation Make Your Matcha with a Tea Master
Kyoto
Kyoto Tea Ceremony Meditation Make Your Matcha with a Tea Master
5.0(4)·45 min
from$52/ person
via Viator
Elegant Tea Ceremony With Wearing Kimono Experience in Gion Kyoto
Kyoto
Elegant Tea Ceremony With Wearing Kimono Experience in Gion Kyoto
5.0(2)·1h 30min
from$50/ person
via Viator
Kyoto:100% Private Tea Ceremony,Calligraphy and Kimono
Kyoto
Kyoto:100% Private Tea Ceremony,Calligraphy and Kimono
5.0(1)·1h 30min
from$84/ person
via Viator
Kyoto Matcha Tea Ceremony & Full-Day Kimono near Kiyomizu-dera
Kyoto
Kyoto Matcha Tea Ceremony & Full-Day Kimono near Kiyomizu-dera
2 hours
from$57/ person
via Viator
Half Day Kimono and Tea Ceremony Experience in Kyoto
Kyoto
Half Day Kimono and Tea Ceremony Experience in Kyoto
5 hours
from$91/ person
via Viator
17min from Kyoto Sta, 10min from Inari: Tea Ceremony in a Machiya
Kyoto
17min from Kyoto Sta, 10min from Inari: Tea Ceremony in a Machiya
1 hour
from$23/ person
via Viator

Tea & Kimono in Kyoto — FAQ

Where is the best tea ceremony in Kyoto?
Authentic tea ceremonies are held in teahouses and gardens across Kyoto, including near Kiyomizu-dera and in Gion; many combine matcha with a kimono experience.
Can you wear a kimono in Kyoto?
Yes — kimono rental and dressing are very popular in Kyoto, perfect for strolling and photos in historic districts like Gion, Higashiyama and Arashiyama.
What is a Japanese tea ceremony?
The tea ceremony (chanoyu) is a ritual preparation and serving of matcha green tea that emphasises mindfulness, etiquette and aesthetics — Kyoto is its spiritual home.

More things to do in Kyoto

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