Kyoto : Mochi Pounding Experience & Tea Ceremony

Kyoto, Japan
Duration1h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Kyoto’s Only Night-Exclusive Cultural Experience
Enjoy authentic Japanese culture at night, away from daytime crowds. Experience Japan in a calm, intimate setting with a small group.
Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience
Use real glutinous rice with an authentic mortar and pestle to make mochi the traditional way.
Hands-On Tea Ceremony Experience
Learn by using real tea utensils such as the chasen, chashaku, natsume, and kensui while preparing matcha.
Enjoy Freshly Made Mochi
Taste the warm mochi you made yourself, served immediately.
Cultural & Historical Storytelling
Learn the history and cultural background of mochi, tea ceremony, swords, and archery in a clear and engaging way.
Commemorative Group Photo
Finish with a memorable group photo around the mortar to capture your Kyoto experience.

What's included

  • Please enjoy the freshly made mochi we prepared ourselves.
  • During the tea ceremony experience, you will be served traditional Japanese sweets.

What to expect

In this experience, you’ll have the chance to leisurely enjoy Kyoto’s unique “evening-only” culture in a small group setting in Kyoto.

After check-in, we’ll provide an easy-to-understand introduction to the history of Japanese mochi-pounding and the tea ceremony.

Next, you’ll try authentic mochi-pounding using a traditional mortar and pestle.
The mochi you make will be served fresh on the spot, allowing you to enjoy its warm, freshly made flavor.

You will also participate in a matcha tea ceremony using authentic tea ceremony utensils.
We will carefully explain traditional tools such as the chasen (tea whisk), chashaku (tea scoop), and kettle, which you rarely have the opportunity to handle in everyday life.

At the end of the experience, we’ll take a group photo, and you’ll receive a special souvenir from the owner.

We are committed to providing a cultural experience that will become one of the most special memories of your trip to Japan.

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Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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