




Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement, a timeless practice that dates back centuries. This art form may seem esoteric and inaccessible at first glance, but with just a little basic knowledge and practice, anyone can create their own flower arrangements. Learning ikebana offers insight into the essence of the Japanese perception of nature. Flower arranging was once a mandatory "mannerism" for well-educated men, such as samurais and Buddhist monks. We invite you to step into the world of a traditional machiya, a captivating Japanese townhouse that Kyoto was once filled with and learn with a teacher who has studied and practiced Ikebana for 20 years, inspired by her mother and aunt who are Ikebana masters. Immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance of a quaint, yet elegant space and discover how to arrange Japanese flowers.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $91.
Larger groups pay less per person.
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Private Ikebana in a Kyoto Machiya lasts about 1h 30min.
Prices start at $70 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $91. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
The meeting point is 10 min walk from Shijo Station, Kyoto. Your ikebana instructor will meet you inside the old machiya at Ami Kyoto. More information regarding the location will be sent after confirmed booking. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in JA, EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 5 travellers can book together.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Honey J Tours.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Private Ikebana in a Kyoto Machiya | 1h 30min | 5.0 (1) | $70 | |
Kyoto: Ikebana Japanese Ikebana | 1 hour | 5.0 (1) | $136 | View |
Ikebana Private Program in Kyoto | 1h 30min | 5.0 (1) | $163 | View |
Kyoto Cultural IKEBANA Experience@節華 | 40 min | 5.0 (20) | $65 | View |
Traditional Ikebana Experience in Kyoto (Small Group) | 2 hours | 5.0 (13) | $103 | View |
Ikebana Traditional Japanese Art of Flower Arranging | 1h 30min | 4.7 (22) | $71 | View |
Discover Japanese Floral Heritage through Selection and Ikebana | 2 hours | 5.0 (1) | $145 | View |