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Explore a Historic House: Kimono Photoshoot and Matcha Tea
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Join us as we explore a traditional wooden machiya (traditional Japanese townhouse)! Your guide will lead the way. Machiya have many unique features, such as narrow corridors and hidden staircases. These strategically constructed homes are a Japanese architectural technique that makes limited space feel spacious. It's rare to find a house with its interior structure preserved intact, and this 160-year-old house offers a unique experience.
The itinerary is as follows: 1. Your exploration of the machiya begins at the front desk. Your guide will explain the architecture while escorting you to your room on the third floor.
2. On the third floor, you can enjoy the following experiences:
- Have...
Highlights
From 30 minutes to 40 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
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Mobile Ticket
From 30 minutes to 40 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Sweets served before matcha. The default ones contain wheat and nuts, but there are also allergen-free options.
One bowl of matcha.We will prepare it right in front of you. It's served in a casual style, unlike a highly formal tea ceremony.
WiFi on board
Time to wear a kimono and take photos (you can choose one of five kimono patterns)
Building tour guide who speaks basic English and has good local knowledge.
Restroom on board
A formal tea ceremony
An opportunity for guests to make matcha
You cannot take home any equipment used, such as kimonos or tea bowls.
Meeting Points
Departure
Sawai
The house with Jpanese red lantaern. If you are 30min late,your reservation will be cancelled.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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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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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Visitors can tour the 160-year-old teahouse architecture. Visitors will listen to explanations and walk around the building while viewing the hidden staircase and manual elevators in the sliding doors, which are characteristic of teahouse architecture. Visitors can also experience a photo shoot in uchikake (special kimono) or samurai-style kimono in a room on the third floor overlooking the streets of Miyagawa-cho. Matcha (powdered green tea) and sweets will be provided, so you can also experience drinking matcha in the tatami room.
40 minutes
Explore a Historic House: Kimono Photoshoot and Matcha Tea
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About
Join us as we explore a traditional wooden machiya (traditional Japanese townhouse)! Your guide will lead the way. Machiya have many unique features, such as narrow corridors and hidden staircases. These strategically constructed homes are a Japanese architectural technique that makes limited space feel spacious. It's rare to find a house with its interior structure preserved intact, and this 160-year-old house offers a unique experience.
The itinerary is as follows: 1. Your exploration of the machiya begins at the front desk. Your guide will explain the architecture while escorting you to your room on the third floor.
2. On the third floor, you can enjoy the following experiences:
- Have...
Highlights
From 30 minutes to 40 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
From 30 minutes to 40 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Avoid Queues
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Sweets served before matcha. The default ones contain wheat and nuts, but there are also allergen-free options.
One bowl of matcha.We will prepare it right in front of you. It's served in a casual style, unlike a highly formal tea ceremony.
WiFi on board
Time to wear a kimono and take photos (you can choose one of five kimono patterns)
Building tour guide who speaks basic English and has good local knowledge.
Restroom on board
A formal tea ceremony
An opportunity for guests to make matcha
You cannot take home any equipment used, such as kimonos or tea bowls.
Meeting Points
Departure
Sawai
The house with Jpanese red lantaern. If you are 30min late,your reservation will be cancelled.
