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Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony with Tea Master at Home

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Enjoy a private Kyoto tea ceremony in a traditional home, guided by an experienced tea master. Learn the meaning behind each movement in a calm, authentic setting.

This experience offers rare private access, expert guidance, and original Uji matcha in an authentic Kyoto setting.

【Highlights】

・Private tea ceremony in a traditional Kyoto home — not a tourist venue

・Guided by an experienced tea master, focusing on learning and authenticity

・Original Uji matcha, handcrafted Kyoto tea bowls, and seasonal wagashi

・Held in authentic tea rooms (Koma and Hiroma) with a calm, respectful atmosphere

・Ideal for adults seeking a quiet, refined cultural experience

【Important Notes】

Age: Adults only (13 and under not permitted)

Punctuality: Late arrivals over 15 minutes cannot join; no refund

Dress code: Long pants or skirt; tops with sleeves required

Socks: Required (available for purchase if needed)

Kimono: Not included

Thông tin khác

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

【Age Policy】 Children aged 13 and under are not permitted to join this class. If you arrive with a child without prior notice, you will not be able to attend and no refund will be issued.

【Punctuality 】Please arrive on time. Guests arriving more than 15 minutes after the start will not be able to participate, and no refund can be provided.

【Socks Requirement】 For hygiene and to protect the tatami mats, please wear socks (not bare feet). If you forget, socks are available for purchase on site.

【Appropriate Attire】 Please wear a long skirt or long pants and a top with sleeves. Sleeveless tops, shorts, or mini skirts are not permitted.

【Perfume & Fragrance】 Kindly refrain from wearing perfume (including musk-based scents), as it can disturb the tea room atmosphere. Guests wearing fragrance may be asked to remove it before entering.

【Seating】Small chairs are available for guests who need them. Please inform us in advance.

This experience is best suited for guests who appreciate quiet settings, cultural depth, and traditional etiquette.

Chính sách hủy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Cần Quan Tâm

A Discreet Kyoto Retreat — Where Living Tradition Is Shared Privately Step into Sakura Experience Japanese Culture, a serene private home near Nijo Castle, where Japanese traditions are practiced as living arts rather than performances. This quiet retreat has welcomed dignitaries, cultural figures, and museum professionals seeking an authentic, respectful encounter with Kyoto culture. Experiences take place in traditional tea rooms, Koma and Hiroma, guided by certified masters of tea ceremony, ikebana, and calligraphy. Guests engage directly with Kyoto craftsmanship—custom-made tea bowls commissioned from Kiyomizu and Raku potters, original matcha sourced from historic tea gardens in Uji, and seasonal wagashi prepared by a long-established Kyoto confectioner. Privacy, depth, and cultural integrity define this experience, making it ideal for travelers seeking quiet refinement rather than staged entertainment.

Menu Mẫu

dessert

Japanese Sweets

Seasonal wagashi from a long-established Kyoto confectioner, made without eggs, nuts, gluten, or animal products.

main

An original premium matcha

An exclusive original matcha crafted at a historic Uji tea farm. Served in hand-crafted Kiyomizu and Raku bowls, and available for purchase.

Bao gồm

Two bowls of matcha prepared with our original blended matcha from Uji

Original tea ceremony booklet A concise guide to the spirit and etiquette of tea.

Seasonal Three types of handcrafted wagashi from a long-established Kyoto confectioner

Demonstration and hands-on experience Guided explanation and matcha preparation by a tea master.

Kimono rental is not included.

Tùy chọn

private session

private: you do not need to attend the others
Duration: 1 hour
2cups of Matcha: 3 different type of Japanese sweets

Đánh giá

5.00

58 đánh giá

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Very recommended and wonderful experience
Yvonne M,,4 thg 12, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
We can highly recomend this place. The tea master is originally from Kyoto. She is very knowledgeable and sympathetic. The ceremony itself was wonderful and we learned a lot.
authentic Japanese tea ceremony
Rashed A,,25 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
The tea ceremony lesson was excellent and smooth. The explanation was comprehensive, detailed, and connected to Japanese tradition. The host was very professional, kind, and welcoming. highly recommend
Best Japanese experience so far.
K1ngk0,,8 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Aya welcomed us into our home and it was beautiful She spent her time explaining the importance and the meaning behind each step and actions And it literally felt like if I was some fuedual samurai being served tea honourably. It was a truly wonderful and cultural experience Will 100% recommend It's more authentic than the other tea ceremony Because you're not being treated as a tourist but a genuine guest.
Aya-sensei is an...
Merry G,,24 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Aya-sensei is an incredible master of her art. She led such a beautiful team ceremony. From the minute we entered her tea ceremony room every moment was savoured, all 5 senses drawn upon and enjoyed. Highly recommend this experience. Aya is a true professional, with a warmth and friendliness that enables you to really feel comfortable to ask questions and soak up the whole experience!
This was an intimate tea...
Sunny R,,26 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
This was an intimate tea ceremony in a local Kyoto resident's home. Located just a 6 minute walk from Hotel Mitsui, this experience was a highlight of our time in Kyoto! We loved the host, her energy, knowledge of the tea ceremony as well as being cognizant to American visitors.
Experience that will always be remembered
Barbara P,,25 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Private tea ceremony with max. 4 people, very familiar, learn a lot about tea ceremony, tea ceremony master training and history, taste ritual of tea making after showing for yourself, a great experience that will always be remembered
This was a wonderful way...
Mary A,,14 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
This was a wonderful way to learn about the Tea Ceremony in Japan. The instructor is a very lovely lady. We were invited into her home to learn about this old tradition. She was so kind and welcoming. She explained how the ceremony started back in time and then took us into a traditional tea room to show us how to make and serve the tea. It was a lovely way to spend some time seeing a traditional Japanese house and learn about the Tea Ceremony.
Aya-sensei is a...
Amanda C,,1 thg 6, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Aya-sensei is a wonderful, knowledgeable, and engaging host. This experience is a perfect blend of informative and hands-on. Highly recommend!
Authentic Tea Ceremony Experience
Alexa819024,,3 thg 5, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
I am so relieved we chose this experience over the more touristy large group tea ceremonies. Aya-san was an incredible teacher, and it was a pleasure to both connect as humans and to learn about the history and meaning of the tea ceremony. If you are looking for a meaningful cultural experience with delightful tea, sweets, conversation, and more, I would recommend going with Sakura!
A Wonderful Ritual
Hilary L,,20 thg 4, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00
Aya is a lovely host and so knowledgeable! She was able to make this experience both informative and truly fun for us and our teen daughter. This was the highlight of our trip to Tokyo and I’m so glad we did it.