Heritage Experiences

Tokyo Maikoya Traditional Tea Ceremony and Kimono Rental

People at Maikoya traditional tea ceremony, Tokyo

Woman preparing tea for guests, Maikoya Traditional tea Ceremony

Attend a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in a charming kimono and learn the art of making matcha from an expert tea master!

Highlights

Sample Japanese snacks and attend an award-winning tea ceremony wearing a kimono at Maikoya Tokyo.
Be spoilt for choice while picking a kimono to wear to the ceremony. Ladies, you can also get your hair done in a simple yet elegant style by the staff!
Learn the intricate rituals of a traditional tea ceremony as an expert tea master guides you to turn powdered matcha into a delicious tea!
Sample the tea you prepared and some delicious Japanese snacks like wagashi, an artistic sweet made from mochi and seasonal fruits.
Fun fact: Tea ceremonies are said to have originated in China and brought to Japan by Buddhist monks but were reserved for Zen monks and noble warlords.

Inclusions

Rental kimono
Simple hairstyling
Matcha (green tea)
Utensils
Snacks

Exclusions

Other sightseeing expenses

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Savor the real taste of Japan!

What better way to be truly immersed in Japanese culture than attending a traditional tea ceremony while donning a kimono? You might not want to miss Maikoya Tokyo's authentic tea ceremonies, once reserved solely for monks to get through early morning prayers and noble warlords. Prepare for the tea ceremony in style by picking out a kimono from hundreds of options and getting your hair styled by the staff. Arrive at the tea ceremony room to be greeted by your host and the tea master who will guide you through the ceremony.

Learn all about tea ceremony etiquette, the significance behind each step, and the tools from the tea master. Shut away the outside world and enjoy the hypnotic process of preparing the tea, especially creating the matcha foam.

Once it is ready, savor the bitter tea and mouth-watering sweet treats.

Don't bid farewell to your kimonos just yet and wander through the nooks and crannies of Asukusa, one of Tokyo's historical downtowns. Pay a visit to the multiple temples, shop for souvenirs from old Tokyo, and revel in the remnants of a bygone era!

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Children below the age of 7 years are not permitted at the tea ceremony venue.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Additional information

This experience happens in a group of four.
While it is customary to sit on the floor during tea ceremonies, guests can request bamboo stools for more comfort.
In line with tea ceremony etiquette, guests are expected to remove their footwear before entering the venue.
Guests are advised to refrain from using heavy fragrances and turn off their mobile phones during the tea ceremony.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.