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Private Tea Ceremony and Sake Tasting in Kyoto Samurai House

Name: Private Tea Ceremony and Sake Tasting in Kyoto Samurai House
Brand: KyotoSamuraiHouse
SKU: 402518P2
Price: 78.44 USD
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)

Kyoto, Japan

Tea ceremony and sake tasting in 300 year old Kyoto samurai house

From $78.44

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1 hour (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Tea ceremony in the authentic tea room in the 300 year old real samurai house. And sake tasting.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

京都武家屋敷 Kyoto Samurai House
384 Mongakuchō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8222, Japan
There’s an 8-minute walk from Kyoto Station. Head one street west from Nishi-dorein street or two street east from Horikawa-street. It is located on Higashi Nakasuji Street, approximately 50 meters north from Shichijo Street.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Operated by KyotoSamuraiHouse

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Featured review

Tyler_O

We were warmly greeted. The house is old and charming. We were dressed in our kimonos in separate rooms. We got an overview of tea ceremonies and then had ours. The ceremony was beautiful and meditative. I'm not a fan of tea (my girlfriend LOVES it) and the matcha from the tea ceremony was fantastic. A ton of photos were taken of us individually and together, before and after the tea ceremony. After the tea ceremony we made matcha. I got a dram of Japanese whisky that was delightful. I definitely recommend this experience.

Reviews

5.0

41 reviews

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Austin_V, May 2024

The experience was authentic and informative. The hosts were very accommodating and friendly. We had flight delays and they took us a few minutes past our scheduled time. We also had lost our luggage at the airport and the host and his family gave us some of their clothes until we were able to get some for ourselves! I recommended anybody reading this try this experience for themselves. The Sake was great but the company was even better!

Raw and authentic

Diem_T, May 2024

The raw and authentic experience that we needed for Japan. A moment to really sit down and dive deep into the beautiful culture of japan. This experience was truly a must if you want a chance to get away from touristy things, and gain more insight into japan. A time where you can sit down with the locals and enjoy a tea ceremony with a tea master and learn about different kinds of sake and whiskey. They were so sweet and so kind as well. Such genuine people!

Absolutely wonderful

Tyler_O, May 2024

A must in Kyoto! Traditional and gorgeous

Clarisse_T, Apr 2024

The best experience we had during our stay in Japan ! The hosts are amazing, we were received privately with no other tourists and every detail was authentic. The matcha tea ceremony was made by a master of the japanese traditional arts (koto, ikebana and tea). The sake were all delicious. Everyone was so nice and they took great photos of us. Thank you for an amazing time !

Great experience for families!

Eliana_S, Apr 2024

It was such a lovely experience! The team was very nice, patient and had a very good English. It was worth the money, we made a lot of special activities during our visit. The samurai house itself was very authentic, clean and beautiful.

Amazing, authentic private tea ceremony!

Pauline_M, Apr 2024

By far this is one of the best experiences I have had whilst here in Japan. Although I had taken the time to research the right tea ceremony, I was completely blown away by the experience. My partner and I arrived to a warm and friendly welcome from our host and tea master. We were given lots of historical information about the house, the tea ceremony and how to participate in the ceremony before it started. Watching the tea master perform the actual tea ceremony was simply enchanting, we were guided throughout the ceremony before then choosing to learn how to make Matcha or Sake tasting. I chose the Matcha lesson and my partner chose the Sake tasting which suited us perfectly, our host even allowed me to taste some Sake as well before we took pictures (him with the Samurai and me in a Kimono). This experience has been the highlight of our trip, thank you so much to our hosts for making this experience so special.

A highlight of our time in Kyoto

Jason_L, Apr 2024

This very special, private tea ceremony was the highlight of our time in Kyoto. From the first moment, we were greeted with a warm welcome. My husband, our son (14) and I learned so much about the history of the tea ceremony, including what to say and how to drink the tea in a ritual manner. As the tea ceremony began, we took a moment to deepen presence and set an intention for harmony within ourselves and between each other. The matcha was delicious - high quality, organic matcha. And it was so special to have the hosts take our picture in the kimono (women) and holding the swords (men). This tea ceremony exceeded our expectations, and our family will hold this experience very fondly in our hearts as we remember our time in Japan!

A really great experience - highly recommended.

adamclancy, Apr 2024

This is an excellent experience which we really enjoyed in a lovely old house with very nice and friendly people. We would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Kyoto who can spare an hour.

Must do while in Kyoto

Teagan_D, Apr 2024

The hosts are extraordinary, they provide so much attention and time so that you can understand everything that is happening. We loved wearing the kimonos and holding samurai sword. We were kindly allowed to try both sake and whisky. The ceremony is so special to watch, it’s amazing to watch the Tea Master perform the ceremony while learning.

Must do!

Hannah_H, Apr 2024

This is a must do when you are Kyoto. The family is so incredibly beautiful and nice, and speak great English. It was so relaxing after a long week of crowds and walking. Girls get to wear kimonos and try on a traditional wedding kimono after. If I ever get to come back I would do it again. We didn’t want to leave, we wanted to learn more. -the Hennessys

Worth every penny

Harleigh_L, Apr 2024

Our favourite experience in Japan so far! Our hosts were so lovely, and treated us like family. It was great to dress in a kimono and samurai outfit for the ceremony. The tea ceremony itself was beautiful and a really special experience. I’d also recommend the sake tasting - lots of fun! Thank you so much, from your Manchester friends xx

Staff was very nice and welcoming!

Nicole_H, Apr 2024

Loved the tea ceremony and sake tasting. The whole experience was really relaxing and gave us the authentic Japanese experience.

Tea and sake

jasdaley, Apr 2024

Very friendly and knowledgeable host and hostess. We had a private ceremony and learned a lot about the tea ceremony and sale in an original 300 year old house! The hostess was also a pro taking pictures after the ceremony.

Above and Beyond

Xiomara_R, Apr 2024

This was a highlight of our trip to Kyoto. The host were amazing and make you feel welcomed into their beautiful home. The kimono, tea ceremony, and the sake tasting was beyond what we imagined. This is a must book!

A Must Do Experience

Ryan_C, Apr 2024

The best experience of our trip! The hosts were warm welcoming, informative, and the best. So glad we were able to take part in this. Would definitely recommend!

Don’t think, just book it

Basel_A, Apr 2024

Such a wonderful family and wonderful experience, one of the highlights of our trip for sure, They definitely give you more value than the money you pay.

Wonderful experience in a beautiful old samurai house

Andrew_C, Apr 2024

Fantastic experience. The hosts were so welcoming and accommodating. We took a young toddler with us, and they were great with her. The tea ceremony itself was beautiful and all hosted in a stunning old traditional samurai house - where the hosts themselves actually live. This was easily one of the best things we’ve done on our trip to Japan so far, and I would highly recommend.

Amazing experience

Sami_R, Apr 2024

We really enjoyed the experience. Hosts were so friendly. Spoke good english. Also the man who performed the ceremony was excellent. And this was so much more than just the tea ceremony. We got to dress up. Take loads of beautiful pictures. Taste Sake and Whisky. Learn about making Matcha tea. All as a couple and only guests. Forget about group events and book this. Totally worth it!

Authentic and enjoyable experience

James_K, Apr 2024

Tea ceremony and sake/whiskey tasting was very enjoyable. The hosts were incredibly enthusiastic and genuine. We had a wonderful time. Very íntimate.

A special time

Paul_S, Apr 2024

Our hosts made us most welcome and did everything possible to make sure we took away some lovely memories from our experience. The tea ceremony was charming, the kimono/samurai photo session very attentive, and the sake tasting thoroughly enjoyable. Highly recommended.