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Kyoto Kimono Tea Ceremony: Dress Up & Immerse!
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Overview
Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, Karasuma Shijo, invites everyone to step into the heart of Kyoto's culture. This experience unfolds in a traditional machiya townhouse, right in the center of the city. It's a chance for first-timers to get a real taste of Japanese tradition.
Learn from tea masters who speak English, making it easy to understand the tea ceremony's special steps and meanings. Guests can dress up in a beautiful kimono. The staff helps everyone look their best for the ceremony, where they can learn how to make matcha, a special green tea, and enjoy the calm and welcoming spirit of Japanese tea culture.
This experience gives insights into Kyoto's cultural heritage and proper etiquette. Guests will discover the tools, movements, and traditions of the tea ceremony, passed down through generations. It's more than just a show; it's a chance to connect with the past and make memories. 
Highlights
Dress in a Kimono: Wear a beautiful kimono and get a simple hairstyling to complete the traditional look.
Learn from Tea Masters: Experienced tea masters teach you about the tea ceremony in English.
Make Your Own Matcha: Prepare your own bowl of matcha green tea under the tea master’s guidance.
Enjoy a Traditional Setting: The ceremony takes place in a traditional machiya townhouse in Kyoto.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally loved the experience, especially the kimono dressing and the tea ceremony itself. The staff's friendliness and the informative nature of the ceremony were also highly praised.
Guests loved dressing up in kimonos and getting their hair styled.
The tea ceremony was informative, elegant, and beautiful.
The staff was welcoming, friendly, and accommodating.
Participants appreciated learning about the history and significance of the tea ceremony.
Some guests felt the provided kimonos were not high quality.
Sitting on the floor during the ceremony was challenging for some participants.
The Journey
Kyoto Maikoya, Karasuma Shijo
Kyoto Maikoya is a cultural experience center located in a traditional machiya townhouse in the heart of Kyoto. It offers visitors the opportunity to participate in an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, complete with kimono rental and guidance from experienced tea masters. It's known for providing immersive cultural experiences for international travelers.
Matcha Preparation Area
This dedicated space allows participants to prepare their own bowl of matcha, high-quality green tea, under the guidance of the tea master. It's a hands-on experience designed to promote calm, focus, and an appreciation for Japanese hospitality.
Kimono Dressing Area
A designated area where participants can select and wear elegant kimonos with the assistance of the Maikoya staff. Wearing a kimono enhances the authenticity of the tea ceremony experience, providing a refined and culturally immersive moment.
Know Before You Go
This tea ceremony experience includes hairstyling (simple style), a kimono costume to wear, green tea, utensils, and snacks. It does not include transportation or hotel pickup and drop-off. The meeting point is at Kyoto Maikoya, Karasuma Shijo. Please note that children under 6 are not permitted.
Hot Tip
Many people like to take lots of pictures during the experience, so be sure to bring your phone or camera to capture the memories! Guests also recommend allowing time to wear the kimono after the ceremony. You have the option to wear it until 6 pm that day.
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