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Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony with Tea Master at Home
(62) Reviews
Nakagyo Ward
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Wheelchair accessible
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【Age Policy】 Children aged 13 and under are not permitted to join this class. If you arrive with a child without prior notice, you will not be able to attend and no refund will be issued.
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【Punctuality 】Please arrive on time. Guests arriving more than 15 minutes after the start will not be able to participate, and no refund can be provided.
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【Socks Requirement】 For hygiene and to protect the tatami mats, please wear socks (not bare feet). If you forget, socks are available for purchase on site.
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【Appropriate Attire】 Please wear a long skirt or long pants and a top with sleeves. Sleeveless tops, shorts, or mini skirts are not permitted.
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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Enjoy a private Kyoto tea ceremony in a traditional home, guided by an experienced tea master. Learn the meaning behind each movement in a calm, authentic setting.
This experience offers rare private access, expert guidance, and original Uji matcha in an authentic Kyoto setting.
【Highlights】 ・Private tea ceremony in a traditional Kyoto home — not a tourist venue
・Guided by an experienced tea master, focusing on learning and authenticity
・Original Uji matcha, handcrafted Kyoto tea bowls, and seasonal wagashi
・Held in authentic tea rooms (Koma and Hiroma) with a calm, respectful atmosphere
・Ideal for adults seeking a quiet, refined cultural experience
【Important Notes】
Age: Adults only...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Two bowls of matcha prepared with our original blended matcha from Uji
Original tea ceremony booklet A concise guide to the spirit and etiquette of tea.
Seasonal Three types of handcrafted wagashi from a long-established Kyoto confectioner
Demonstration and hands-on experience Guided explanation and matcha preparation by a tea master.
Kimono rental is not included.
Meeting Points
Departure
さくら日本文化体験 二条城教室 / SAKURA Experience Japanese Culture Nijo Home
Important Information
Children under 13 cannot be accepted.
All participants must pay the class fee.
Please bring or wear socks (bare feet are not allowed). Socks can be purchased on site if needed.
Arrive on time — guests arriving more than 15 minutes late cannot join and no refund will be given.
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Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony with Tea Master at Home
(62) Reviews
Nakagyo Ward
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Enjoy a private Kyoto tea ceremony in a traditional home, guided by an experienced tea master. Learn the meaning behind each movement in a calm, authentic setting.
This experience offers rare private access, expert guidance, and original Uji matcha in an authentic Kyoto setting.
【Highlights】 ・Private tea ceremony in a traditional Kyoto home — not a tourist venue
・Guided by an experienced tea master, focusing on learning and authenticity
・Original Uji matcha, handcrafted Kyoto tea bowls, and seasonal wagashi
・Held in authentic tea rooms (Koma and Hiroma) with a calm, respectful atmosphere
・Ideal for adults seeking a quiet, refined cultural experience
【Important Notes】
Age: Adults only...
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Two bowls of matcha prepared with our original blended matcha from Uji
Original tea ceremony booklet A concise guide to the spirit and etiquette of tea.
Seasonal Three types of handcrafted wagashi from a long-established Kyoto confectioner
Demonstration and hands-on experience Guided explanation and matcha preparation by a tea master.
Kimono rental is not included.
Meeting Points
Departure
さくら日本文化体験 二条城教室 / SAKURA Experience Japanese Culture Nijo Home
Important Information
Children under 13 cannot be accepted.
All participants must pay the class fee.
Please bring or wear socks (bare feet are not allowed). Socks can be purchased on site if needed.
Arrive on time — guests arriving more than 15 minutes late cannot join and no refund will be given.
Return
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Step into Sakura Experience Japanese Culture, a serene private home near Nijo Castle, where Japanese traditions are practiced as living arts rather than performances. This quiet retreat has welcomed dignitaries, cultural figures, and museum professionals seeking an authentic, respectful encounter with Kyoto culture.
Experiences take place in traditional tea rooms, Koma and Hiroma, guided by certified masters of tea ceremony, ikebana, and calligraphy. Guests engage directly with Kyoto craftsmanship—custom-made tea bowls commissioned from Kiyomizu and Raku potters, original matcha sourced from historic tea gardens in Uji, ...
