Step into a serene tea ceremony held inside a shop of traditional kyō-sensu (Kyoto folding fans) since 1913, set in a machiya townhouse close to 150 years old and recognized as a historic building. It's an experience you'll find nowhere else in Kyoto.
Your visit begins with a warm welcome and a short tour of the townhouse. You'll then be guided into a peaceful tea room to discover a connection few visitors ever learn: the deep bond between the folding fan and the tea ceremony.
In the tea room, the folding fan is far more than a way to keep cool. Set before you as you bow, it draws a quiet line of respect between host and guest — an emblem of Japanese etiquette, seasonal feeling, and understated beauty.
Your host will then perform the tea-making ritual before inviting you to whisk your own bowl of matcha, served with a seasonal Japanese sweet. The pace is relaxed and beginner-friendly — no experience needed, and guests of all ages are welcome.
As part of your visit, you'll receive a Kyoto folding fan — a lasting keepsake from a purveyor that has offered Kyoto fans for over a century. You'll depart with a calmer mind and a deeper feel for the spirit of Japanese culture.
Our staff will welcome you at the entrance of Onishi Tsune Shoten.
If you do not see any staff upon arrival, please feel free to open the door and enter the shop.
Our staff will welcome you at the entrance of Onishi Tsune Shoten.
If you do not see any staff upon arrival, please feel free to open the door and enter the shop.
