Kyoto: Special price -Tea Ceremony and Kimono at Machiya

Duration1h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Begin your cultural journey in Kyoto at Tondaya, a remarkable 140-year-old machiya nationally recognized as a cultural landmark. As you step inside this traditional townhouse, you’ll immediately sense the spirit of old Kyoto, with its finely crafted woodwork, serene gardens, and a collection of captivating historical artifacts that tell centuries-old stories.

Your experience starts in the kimono dressing room, where our staff will assist you in choosing and fitting an authentic silk kimono. This is followed by an authentic Japanese tea ceremony performed by a seasoned tea master. Tea is an inseparable part of Japanese culture, and we offer an one-of-a-kind experience of watching a traditional tea ceremony performance in a historically significant machiya. Afterwards, our personable tea master will be happy to answer any questions you have regarding Kyoto and tea culture.

We also look forward to guiding you around Tondaya, a treasure trove of the rich history of Kyoto culture.

What's included

Kimono experience
Entrance fee
Tea ceremony experience

Lunch
Make up
Hair styling
Socks (please bring your own socks or you could buy one here)
Geta (traditional Japanese wooden sandals)

What to expect

Step into a beautifully preserved Kyoto machiya, wear an elegant silk kimono, and enjoy tea ceremony led by our seasoned tea master. Discover Tondaya, a nationally registered Important Cultural Property with a rich history.

Important Notes:

- This experience is conducted in a group with other participants.
If you prefer a more private setting, please select the private experience option.

- Our dedicated staff are experienced in a variety of traditional arts, including kimono, tea ceremony, calligraphy, and ikebana. While not all staff members speak English, we will do our best to arrange an interpreter. Please note that a translation device may be used when necessary.

- Please arrive on time for your scheduled experience.

Thank you for taking the time to review the details.
We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to Tondaya.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

※Please wear socks to protect the building.

※We cannot lend you a kimono if your T-shirt is wet. Please bring a dry one or consider buying one here.

※The tea ceremony is a group activity and will start on the scheduled time.

End point

※Please wear socks to protect the building.

※We cannot lend you a kimono if your T-shirt is wet. Please bring a dry one or consider buying one here.

※The tea ceremony is a group activity and will start on the scheduled time.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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