Kyoto Ninenzaka: Tea Ceremony in Old Townhouse with Chairs

What You’ll Experience

Learn the history and cultural significance of the tea ceremony.
Explore tea utensils, their uses, and care tips.
Practice proper tea etiquette and serving techniques.
Enjoy a demonstration of the ceremony's elegant movements and seasonal hospitality.
Prepare matcha yourself to experience the essence of the practice.
Participate in a Q&A session.
Recommended For
Those with a genuine interest in Japanese culture, aesthetics, and traditional arts.
Guests who can appreciate the authentic taste of real matcha.
Visitors who value delicate, handcrafted wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) from a long-established Kyoto shop.
What Makes This Experience Special
We use only premium Uji matcha, sourced directly from a tea farmer whose family has been cultivating tea since the Bunsei era (1818–1831).
The wagashi are specially ordered from a long-established Kyoto confectionery shop, a member of the Kyoto Prefectural Confectionery Association.
Following the principles of tea ceremony, tea is enjoyed quietly in the tearoom—without outside distractions—so guests can fully focus on the experience.
The venue is a traditional Japanese townhouse built about 150 years ago. While the interior has been renovated, the house retains its original charm. Rooms are small with low ceilings, and the stairs may feel steep. Traditional tea rooms in Japan are usually even smaller and darker to encourage focus on the tea itself, but our classroom has been designed to feel brighter and more spacious while keeping a serene atmosphere.
We hope this experience will remain a peaceful memory of your time in Kyoto.
Important Notes
Socks Required
Bare feet are not allowed. Please bring and wear socks. (If needed, socks are available for purchase for 500 yen.)
Fragrance Policy
To preserve the subtle fragrances of incense, matcha, and sumi ink used during our experiences, kindly refrain from wearing perfume or strongly scented products.