Discover Japanese tea culture and maiko traditions in this unique Kyoto experience. Learn the history of tea, from the monk Eisai to Sen no Rikyu, and explore the shared roots of tea ceremony and maiko culture.
Enjoy a maiko dance performance and watch her demonstrate the traditional tea ceremony. Learn the spirit of *ichigo ichie* (one time, one meeting) and *wa kei sei jaku* (harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility).
Enjoy Japanese sweets, learn tea etiquette, and whisk your own bowl of matcha. The experience concludes with a maiko dance and a photo opportunity with her on the traditional Noh stage.
Important Information
・Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
・The experience will begin promptly at the scheduled time.
・If the total number of participants is 6 or fewer, the experience will be held in a Japanese-style tatami room on the 4th floor.
