Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Experience Public Ceremony
ID: GYG60894-85305
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
45 min.
Description
Experience the wonders of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Learn about the ceremony's history and the different tea-making methods from an English-speaking tea master from Urasenke, the biggest school of tea ceremony in Japan.
You will take you place on the tatami, the traditional Japanese floor mat and be met by your English-speaking host, who is a licensed tea master from Urasenke, the biggest school of tea ceremony in Japan. Watch as the host carries out the ceremonial preparation of matcha, powdered green tea. Then, you will have the chance to make tea yourself, while the host informs you about the history and spiritual role of the tea ceremony and the effects each tea-making method has on its flavor. Afterwards, savor some traditional Japanese sweets
Once the ceremony has come to a close, you will have the chance to take photos and see examples of kimonos and beautiful woven textiles made in the Nishijin district of Kyoto. If you'd like to wear a kimono during the experience, you can select it as an add-on during booking and take photos to remember the experience.
Highlights
- Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony
- Hear about the history and spirit role of the tea ceremony from a licensed tea master
- Learn how to make tea according to the rules of the tea ceremony
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• If you choose the Kimono wearing add-on, please come 20 minutes before the start time of the tea ceremony
• There is no dress code for this activity
• If you might have difficulty sitting on floor, please inform the supplier and they will be able to provide chairs
• This tour is recommended for those who wish to learn Japanese traditional culture, as it offers the full version of the thin tea ceremony as opposed to a simplified version customized for foreign tourists
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
37 Nishi-Goshonouchi-cho Kinugasa Kita-ku Kyoto city, 603-8377.
How to get there:
A 1 minute walk from Kinkakuji-michi city bus stop.
10-15 minutes by Kyoto city bus 204 or 205 from Kitaoji subway station.
10-15 minutes by Kyoto city bus 204 or 205 from JR Enmachi.
Or a 1 minute walk from the gate of Kinkakuji-temple.
Next to the parking area for bicycles if you are visiting Kinkakuji-temple.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
