Kyoto

A Unique Antique Kimono and Tea ceremony Experience in English

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Tea ceremony experience in antique kimonos in English
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Antique kimono rental fee
    • Tea ceremony experience fee (with green tea and Japanese sweets)
    • Lunch
    • Dinner

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • 京都着物 宮川徳三郎商店
      32-4 Katsuranozatochō, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, 615-8073, Japan

      Please come to our store for tea ceremony. Name of the store: Miyagawa Tokusaburo shoten Get off the train at Katsura station of Hankyu railway. A few mins walk to get to the store from east exit.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

    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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    Gabriela_D
    This was an unforgettable experience, the hosts were so warm and friendly, it was amazing! Arigato gozaimas x

    Reviews

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    Ok experience. Didn’t love it or hate it
    Anu_S, Apr 2024
    1) the location is very far from main Kyoto area. It took us more than 40mins in a cab and over $30 to get there or change 2 trains and even longer. 2) the place is an old photo shoot / kimono rental place. It’s very old so is interesting in built/ architecture. 3) they had a lot of kimonos to choose from. The owner helps you choose and dress. They are very helpful and kind. 4) Dressing in kimonos and taking pictures was fun. They take the pictures for you and then airdrop them. So that’s nice and convenient. 5) the tea ceremony itself left a lot to be desired. Trying the matcha in a ceremonial manner was interesting but he couldn’t explain too much about the history or significance of tea ceremonies or lot of detail about them Overall I feel like we spent over 4hours doing this, given a chance again I won’t spend all that time and money on it again.
    The hosts were very...
    Judith_R, Apr 2024
    The hosts were very knowledgeable and fun. At first, we were not so sure but then we were more than impressed with the whole experience.
    A traditional Japanese tea experience of a lifetime
    Donnalee_F, Apr 2024
    We were dressed with their collection of beautiful designs kimono by the owners, performed the tea ceremony and explained it step by step. We had fun over all, the matcha tea was very good. The owners Masaya and wife were very accommodating and friendly.
    Excellent
    Ximena_L, Apr 2024
    We really enjoyed our experience. The owner and assistant very nice and friendly. Everything was very interesting
    Beautiful kimonos....
    Michele_G, Apr 2024
    Beautiful kimonos. Individual care and attention. Wonderful tea ceremony- moving but not rigidly formal. Fantastic way to spend the afternoon.
    Do this!
    Trevor_C, Apr 2024
    Would recommend to anyone! This was a great experience, loved dressing in the traditional kimono, being in a calm atmosphere, learning about the ceremony, and the hosts are very very nice!
    Tea Time in Japan!
    Ginger_M, Apr 2024
    This was one of the highlights of our trip so far! Loved the intimate setting and the time they spent making the kimono’s look just right on us. The ceremony was very interesting and it was well explained on how each step was to be done. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
    Very lovely
    Catherine_C, Apr 2024
    Very nice presentation of tea ceremony and kimono history. Lovely people who did the ceremony and very kind.
    Fun, traditional Japenese tea ceremony
    Alexandra_M, Apr 2024
    Amazing experience! I really wanted to partake in a traditional tea ceremony while visiting Japan & to learn some Japanese culture. You can tell Toku & his assistant are very passionate about what they do and they are so incredibly friendly! It was a smooth reservation, the tea and sweet were delicious & we learned lots! It was also super fun to try on the kimonos, which some are over 80 years old! 🤯 I definitely recommend booking with them and I can't wait to see the photos they took when they send them to us.
    Great personal trafional tea ceromony
    Rahala_O, Apr 2024
    I would highly recommend this experience in Kyoto. I very much enjoyed learning about the philosophy and etiquette of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. It was great fun dressing up in the beautiful kimonos. It is a small group very personal experience and I felt very special. Many thanks to Toku and his family for sharing their family history and giving me this experience.
    Great authentic experience for a family
    Haim_H, Apr 2024
    This was our first experience of a tea ceremony. Our hosts were very friendly, and knowledgeable. They kept our teenagers engaged with humor and a down-to-earth approach to the ceremony. The kimonos we got to wear were beautiful and provided some great photos. One of our hosts took photos and shared it with us so we didn’t have to be distracted during the ceremony. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience a real-life tea ceremony.
    Not to miss.
    Melchi_T, Apr 2024
    Meshiya (I hope I spelled it correctly) and the nice lady in a kimono was excellent! My family had a great time doing the tea ceremony. Meshiya was very informative and accommodating to us. We were late due to some unforeseen circumstances. Our family appreciated their time. They have a beautiful collection of kimono, we had fun choosing and dressing on our kimono. Great experience!
    A must-do
    Megan_G, Apr 2024
    Incredible experience! This is one of our favorite things we’ve done in Japan so far. It was so wonderful to get to learn about tea ceremonies and have the chance to participate in one. It was both informative AND relaxing! (And they take lots of great photos for you!)
    Great tea ceremony experience!
    Jessica_L, Apr 2024
    We really enjoy the experience. It was super fun to try out the kimonos and it was great to understand more about the tea ceremony tradition. The hosts were amazing and very friendly, definitely recommend!
    Great atmosphere
    m47rfwgdbc, Apr 2024
    Very nice atmosphere and host in a traditional Kimono store. Free to choose a Kimono you like Highly recommended!
    Unique experience
    Borja_R, Apr 2024
    Mesaia (I probably misspelt it, sorry) was an amazing host, with more than sufficient english level. Him and his house felt extremely welcoming and comfortable. We were 5 people and each of us got a beautiful kimono. The tea ceremony takes place in their cosy living room. Both activities felt really warm and close, Mesaia explains their traditions and kindly answers any questions. At the end he lowered the lights to speak about the tea ceremony and its significance, it was very relaxing. I think this experience was great coming from both a local and a kimono expert! Very recommendable
    A captivating experience!
    chow, Apr 2024
    Our host, Toku was very personable. He and his wife presented the ceremony in a very relaxed and informative manner. We felt honored to have been able to experience the richness of their culture. I would definitely recommend this tour. Thank you!
    Fun, interesting, and absolutely enjoyable!
    chelsea_c, Apr 2024
    This is an opportunity not to miss! The people were so kind and accommodating. They made every part enjoyable. We learned so much and it was interactive. Will definitely be going back the next time we are in Japan. Very grateful for this experience.
    So informative and fun
    Loan_T, Mar 2024
    Getting dressed up and learning the proper etiquette to a Japanese tea ceremony was so fun and informative. We learned a lot. Toku spoke great English and was a lot of fun.
    Wonderful day
    Meghan_M, Mar 2024
    Really enjoyed leaning about kimono and the tea ceremony. It was a cozy shop with a stunning selection of kimono for men and women. E really got first class treatment.
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