Duration
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
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Enjoy a 45-minute tea ceremony held in a machiya, a beautifully restored wooden townhouse near Gion or Kiyomizu dera
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Learn the art of making perfect matcha from an English-speaking instructor using locally produced green tea and seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets).
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Discover the meaning behind every detail — from the utensils and gestures to the tranquil layout of the tatami room.
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Choose between shared or private sessions for a more personalised experience. Upgrade to include an all-day kimono rental for a touch of traditional elegance.
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45-minute Japanese tea ceremony experience
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Shared tour/private tour (as per option selected)
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English-speaking expert instructor
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Seasonal Japanese sweets (wagashi)
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Freshly whisked matcha (Japanese green tea)
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Opportunity to prepare and enjoy your own tea
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All-day kimono rental (optional upgrade)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Step into Kyoto’s living heritage with a hands-on matcha ceremony in a traditional machiya townhouse. This guided session lets you experience Japan’s tea culture up close — from preparing frothy matcha to tasting seasonal wagashi — all in a calm, authentic setting.
Getting started
Arrive at the machiya-style teahouse in the Gion or Kiyomizu area and check in with your instructor. Present your booking confirmation and get a brief introduction to the history and etiquette of Japan’s tea ceremony before entering the tatami-lined room.
What to expect
A traditional machiya house offering an authentic tea ceremony experience in the heart of Kyoto.
Features
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Learn the fundamentals of matcha-making under the guidance of an English-speaking instructor.
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Taste locally produced matcha paired with handcrafted seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets).
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Discover the meaning behind each ritual — from utensils to room layout — as your instructor explains their symbolism.
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Enjoy a calm, small-group atmosphere with time to ask questions and engage with your host.
Upgrades
Choose between shared or private tea ceremony sessions, with the option to add an all-day kimono rental for a complete Kyoto experience.
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What to bring
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Comfortable clothing — you’ll remove shoes before entering the tea room.
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Socks (required inside the tatami room).
What’s not allowed
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Video recording during the ceremony.
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Flash photography.
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Food or drinks brought from outside.
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Loud conversations or disruptions during the session.
Additional information
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Non-flash photography is permitted during the session.
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Chairs and tables are available for guests who cannot sit on the floor.
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Restrooms are available at all venues.
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The tea rooms are located upstairs — guests with mobility challenges can book at the Garden Teahouse, which is wheelchair accessible.
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Guests with interpreters must book a private ceremony to avoid disturbing other participants.
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Tour guides may wait in the lounge, which offers Wi-Fi and refreshments.
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Infants under 3 years old can only attend private ceremonies at the Garden Teahouse.
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Age limits vary by location:
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Flower Teahouse: Shared Ceremony 6+, Private 4+
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Flower Annex: 4+
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Garden Teahouse: 4+
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Kimono rental is available at Flower Teahouse and Flower Annex (6,000 JPY per person, not available at Garden Teahouse).
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Flower Annex is for groups of nine or more (smaller groups may inquire).
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Flower Annex will be wheelchair accessible from March 1, 2026, and will close from Dec 1, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026 for maintenance.
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Garden Teahouse operates daily (Sundays only May–Nov; extra sessions Mar–Nov).
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Flower Teahouse is open year-round.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
Ticket Redemption Point
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Show your ticket at Camellia Tea Ceremony Flower Teahouse.
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Address: 349-12 Masuyacho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0826, Japan.
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