Kyoto

Sweets Making & Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, GION

Kyoto, Japan
PRIVATE Japanese sweets making
  • 2 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

In this informative cooking class, learn to make wagashi—traditional Japanese confections that are often served with tea. These delicate sweet treats can be shaped into various shapes and characters according to the seasons, and are perfect for souvenirs. Learn from your host as she demonstrates the proper cooking techniques. A kimono-style chef jacket adds to the experience.
  • Cooking class with a local
  • Learn to prepare traditional Japanese wagashi
  • Makes a great souvenir
  • Private tour—only your group participates

What's Included

  • Ingredients for Japanese sweets making
  • Kimono wearing
  • Green tea
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA at GION KIYOMIZU
    100-1 Rokurochō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0813, Japan

Start time

12:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Children under 7 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you have a child under 7 in your party, you can not make the reservation for this experience.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
Operated by Maikoya

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Memorable Kimono, matcha, sweet treat experience
Demy_W, Apr 2024
This was a great experience with the staff assistance in dressing for the kimono, to the sweet making demonstration, and the matcha making experience. The area to take photos was beautiful as well. Thank you for the memorable experience.
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