Private Kimono Tea Ceremony for Groups Gion Kiyomizu

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At Maikoya, we can accommodate groups of up to 20 people. For larger groups, please contact us at info@mai-ko.com for further assistance. We take pride in offering an authentic tea ceremony experience where guests actively participate in tea preparation and serving, rather than simply observing a demonstration. This hands-on approach ensures a memorable and meaningful experience that your group will cherish for years to come.

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* This event can be reserved for 12 and more people.

* Children under 7 can not enter the tea ceremony venue.
If you have a child under 6 in your party, you can not make the reservation for this experience.

It is ideal to wear a kimono during the traditional tea ceremony.
The best thing at Maikoya is that you can dress up and enjoy the ceremony in an authentic tea ceremony room without leaving our facility. We are the only place in Kyoto where a group of any size can get engage in various cultural activities, including tea ceremony, in a traditional setting.

This activity involves

Kimono wearing
Explanation of the tea ceremony ritual and its cultural importance in Japan
Performing the activity lead by a tea master
Enjoying Japanese sweets served during the ceremony

Kimono Tea Ceremony for Groups

NOTE

While the tea ceremony is traditionally performed while everyone sits on the tatami mat, we encourage getting comfortable and crossing your legs if you'd like.

Bamboo chairs are also provided upon request.

KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA at GION KIYOMIZU

Maikoya Gion Kiyomizu is a cultural experience venue nestled in the heart of Gion, Kyoto, just steps from Hanamikoji Street, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Yasaka Shrine, and Sannenzaka. Housed in a nationally recognized, government-protected historic teahouse with a beautiful Japanese garden, Maikoya offers authentic experiences rooted in the four principles of tea ceremony: harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility. We provide immersive cultural workshops and activities, including tea ceremony, kimono tea ceremony, private tea ceremony, and kimono rental, allowing visitors to deeply connect with Japanese history, social principles, and holistic way of life. Our convenient location near popular Higashiyama attractions like Kiyomizu Dera makes us an ideal destination for those seeking an enriching experience in Kyoto. Maikoya Gion Kiyomizu has been recognized by TripAdvisor as one of the best tea ceremony venues in Japan, offering unparalleled opportunities to learn from local instructors and guides, experiencing Japanese culture firsthand in a picturesque setting. Whether you're seeking a traditional tea ceremony in a historic teahouse with a serene tea garden, or the elegance of a kimono, Maikoya Gion Kiyomizu provides an unforgettable cultural immersion.

ADDRESS (google map): 100, Rokurocho, Matsubaradori Yamatooji Higashiiru, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto

email: gion@maikoya.com