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A wonderful experience 🥰
A wonderful experience. Very nice people working there trying to give U the best experience 🥰. Very authentic Tee ceremony. Everybody speaks english perfektly 🥰👍🏼 10/10 would recommend. 👍🏼
Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $45 / person
- Location
- Kyoto, Japan
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 150 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Traveling Kyoto
- Meeting point
- Go to the corner of Teramachi Street and Sanjo Street. Walk north into the covered arcade for about 1 minute. Look for the Chitoseya sign on the Store, 1st floor. 4 min walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, 5 min from Nishiki Market, 10 min from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station.
Description
Step into the elegance of Japanese tradition with an authentic kimono and tea ceremony experience in Kyoto. Begin by choosing your favorite kimono from our beautiful collection, with friendly staff helping you dress. Complimentary hair styling is also available for women to complete your traditional look. Once dressed, enter a peaceful Japanese-style tea room and discover the customs and rituals behind the tea ceremony. Your experienced instructor will demonstrate how to prepare matcha using traditional utensils, including the bamboo whisk (chasen). Then, try it yourself! Whisk your own bowl of matcha and enjoy it with traditional Japanese sweets. More than simply watching a ceremony, this is a hands-on cultural experience where you can dress, learn, participate, and taste. Enjoy a memorable journey into Japanese culture in the heart of Kyoto.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10 times a day, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $45
- Child (ages 0–12)
- $39
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:12 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Hairstyling (simple style)
Matcha Tea and Wagashi
Kimono Set Rental
All Fees and Taxes
Tea Ceremony Utensils Rental
Professional tea instructor
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
150 reviews
How it compares in Kyoto
- Starting price $45 is 42% below the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Kyoto
Excurgo comparison of 1,624 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children under 5 can join for free. However, please note that yukata sizes are not available for very young children, and preparing matcha independently is difficult for them.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony take?
Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony lasts about 1h 30min.
How much does Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony cost?
Prices start at $45 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
How much does Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony cost for children?
Children aged 0–12 pay from $39, adults from $45.
Can I cancel Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Go to the corner of Teramachi Street and Sanjo Street. Walk north into the covered arcade for about 1 minute. Look for the Chitoseya sign on the Store, 1st floor. 4 min walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, 5 min from Nishiki Market, 10 min from Kyoto-Kawaramachi Station. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children under 5 can join for free. However, please note that yukata sizes are not available for very young children, and preparing matcha independently is difficult for them.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Kyoto: Kimono & Traditional Matcha Tea Ceremony worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 150 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Traveling Kyoto.
Reviews(150)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
Q
Memorable moments
A beautiful and authentic Japanese tea ceremony experience! 🍵 The host was warm and welcoming, and learning about the traditions behind matcha preparation made it truly special. Peaceful, memorable, and a must-try experience in Kyoto! 🌿
M
Matcha tea
Incredible experience. Our teacher was amazing and lovely. Incredible staff would 10/10 recommend
T
10/10 authentic experience
We had a really great experience here. 10/10 recommandation if you want an authentic experience. Our Ceremonie master Kaoru guided us through the whole process. The kimonos looked awesome
5
Great Introduction to Matcha
Great experience. Everyone is so friendly and it was a great introduction to Matcha all thanks to the knowledgeable staff and especially to the calm and peaceful Gakuji 👍🏾
C
Serenity of a Tea Ceremony
The experience was really smooth. They have a great staff that understands how to dress you in the kimonos. The ceremony itself was peaceful and serene. Our hosts was informative, kind, and helpful. We got to make matcha the most traditional way as well as eat a very traditional mochi snack alongside the matcha drink.
9
Wonderful
It was such a nice experience and I will highly recommend it.
S
Amazing experience of tea ceremony
It was a wonderful experience
4
Great experience!
Excellent experience. Would highly recommend!
S
Wonderful
Highly recommend it. Experience the Japanese tea culture
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