KYOTO · TEA TOURS
The ones worth booking.
The 15 kyoto tea tours worth booking. A short list of the ones travellers come home raving about, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Kyoto tea ceremony in a traditional tea house near Kiyomizu. Watch matcha made, brew your own, enjoy sweets, and take photos.
Most Popular“Incredible experience, very nice staff. Would recommend”
Ju-An tea ceremony at Jotoku-ji: a 70-minute English-guided matcha ritual, purification, and a calm temple break in Kyoto.
“This was an incredibly delicate and deep experience. I wish I could have stayed there all day. My heartfelt thanks to the three talented and knowledgeable women who conducted the ceremony!”
Learn Kyoto tea ceremony basics in 45 minutes with a licensed Urasenke tea master, two matcha types, sweets, optional kimono.
“Very good experience. The guide was amazing! Only slight note was that it did feel quite rushed, both in and out of the experience. The ceremony itself was incredible! Would definitely recommend.”
A chair-style Kyoto tea ceremony in a 100-year-old townhouse, with matcha whisking, calligraphy, flower arranging, and optional kimono rental.
“The ladies were so warm and welcoming and seemed genuinely pleased to see us. They were very knowledgeable about the tea ceremony and shared so much information. They also guided us through the steps making it so meaningful. Although I did not participate in a kimono, several other participants did - and they looked beautiful!…”
Kyoto kimono tea ceremony at Maikoya Nishiki. Choose a kimono, learn matcha step-by-step, and sip with wagashi in 1.5 hours.
“Authentic tea ceremony. Loved dressing in the kimonos and learning ancient ritual of tea making. Host was very knowledgeable and discussed Kyoto history during ceremony.”
Kyoto kimono tea ceremony in Gion: pick from 200 kimonos, learn matcha with a chasen, and optionally try calligraphy.
“Awesome gift for my girlfriend. Participating in a tea ceremony felt really calming and fulfilling, and we loved learning about this special part of japanese culture. It was very nice that we got to ask questions and learn about how matcha is made and what makes different types different as well. They also let us…”
Experience a Japanese tea ceremony in a 100-year Kyoto machiya, make matcha with a tea master, and wear a kimono to stroll.
“I would strongly recommend this acticity. The tea master was very knowleadgeable and friendly and we really enjoyed the ceremony.”
A 45-minute Kyoto matcha ceremony in Higashiyama: seasonal sweets, utensil coaching, and making your own frothy bowl at a traditional tearoom.
“It was very interesting to learn of the history of the yea ceremony and watch how precise the movements are.”
Learn Omotesenke-style matcha in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse. Small group, handcrafted tools, and a sweet included.
“I had an excellent time and learned a lot about making matcha. Also, the idea behind the ceremony.”
Kyoto kimono tea ceremony near Imamiya Jinjya: dress in Nishijin style, learn tea etiquette, and brew your own matcha in 90 minutes.
“Really great experience and so well put-together! They have their system down and pull out all the stops to give you a great experience. Highly recommend adding this to your itinerary.”
Make seasonal Nerikiri sweets and whisk Uji matcha in Kyoto. 95 minutes for $18, with English support and a tasty pairing.
“The activity was great! The instructor provided instructions in both Japanese and English. We had plenty of time for the preparations without it feeling too long. Highly recommended!”
Wear a silk kimono and take a traditional tea ceremony at Tondaya, a 140-year-old Kyoto machiya. Value, tips, and what to expect.
“Very friendly welcome and very attentive staff. Very informative about the traditions and the tea ceremony. Good fun dressing up in the kimonos!”
Learn matcha in Kyoto during a tea ceremony with live koto music at KOTOLILY KYOTO. Optional kimono photos and koto add-ons.
“Experience was incredible. The owner is the kindest woman and we had a lovely time. She is an incredible artist and musician too.”
New Kyoto tea ceremony at Sanjo Chasuian: crawl-in Nijiriguchi, two bowls of matcha, Kyoto sweets, English guide, 1 hour.
“Kind and sunny hostess, very well informed too. The history and the details for the tea ceremony were nicely told. We were lucky to have traditional coats and made our own tea. I totally recommend! Thank you, Yuko!”
Meet a Maiko in Kyoto for a matcha-making tea ceremony, Q&A, dances, games, and close-up photos, plus sweet treats and a lucky charm.
“Beautiful performances of Maiko San, Maiko was very nice and humble. We really loved her dance. It's must see when you are in Kioto”
