Kyoto · MAIKOYA Gion Kiyomizu
Your experience
Discover Japanese tea culture at MAIKOYA Gion Kiyomizu, then continue your day exploring Kyoto in your chosen kimono.
Kimono dressing + tea ceremony experience
Afterwards, enjoy kimono rental until 6:00 PM on the same day.
Step inside a traditional Kyoto machiya registered as a Tangible Cultural Property in Japan. Wooden architecture and tatami interiors create a memorable setting for discovering the meaning and etiquette of the Japanese tea ceremony.
MAIKOYA Gion Kiyomizu · Historic Kyoto machiya
Choose from the available kimono selection, and our staff will help you dress before the ceremony. Simple hairstyling is also included for women. Afterwards, keep your kimono rental until 6:00 PM and enjoy a walk around Gion and the Kiyomizu area.
Included · Kimono selection, dressing & same-day rental until 6:00 PM
Enjoy the garden and traditional architecture that make this Kyoto venue distinctive. The greenery and historic surroundings add another dimension to your visit, alongside the kimono and tea ceremony experience.
Japanese garden · Traditional architecture
Your English-speaking host introduces the tea utensils, etiquette, and meaning behind the ceremony. Watch the demonstration, then use a bamboo whisk to prepare your own bowl of matcha and enjoy it with Japanese sweets. Beginners are welcome; no Japanese language skills are needed.
Included · English guidance, matcha preparation & Japanese sweetsPlan your visit
KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA GION KIYOMIZU
100 Rokurocho, Matsubara-dori Yamatooji Higashi iru, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
京都市東山区松原通大和大路東入轆轤町100
Located near Gion and Kiyomizudera Temple. Please check the map when planning your journey.
Before you book
Yes. Choose your kimono from the available selection on arrival, and our staff will help you dress. After the ceremony, you may explore the surrounding area in kimono. Your rental ends at 6 PM on the same day, so please plan your return accordingly. A later session leaves less time for sightseeing.
Allow approximately 90 minutes, including kimono dressing and the tea ceremony experience. Your reserved time is the start of dressing; the ceremony usually begins about 30 minutes later, once everyone is dressed. Any sightseeing afterwards is separate from this approximate 90-minute experience.
Select your party size and date in the booking calendar above to check the applicable price and availability. Prices vary by date. Check the final total before confirming.
Your plan includes kimono selection and dressing, kimono rental until 6:00 PM on the same day, an English-guided group tea ceremony, preparing your own matcha, and Japanese sweets. Simple hairstyling is also included for women.
This is a group experience shared with other guests. If you prefer a private session, please book the private tea ceremony at Gion Kiyomizu.
No. You do not need to remain in seiza if it is uncomfortable. Chairs may be available on request. Please mention seating needs when booking and contact us in advance if you require special assistance.
The experience takes place in a historic Kyoto machiya registered as a Tangible Cultural Property in Japan. Its spacious Japanese garden and traditional architecture provide a distinctive setting near Gion and Kiyomizudera Temple.
Yes. An English-speaking host explains the ceremony step by step. Beginners are welcome, and you do not need to speak Japanese. Interpretation by guests or third-party interpreters is not permitted during this group session. Please contact us in advance if you need language support.
This experience is for guests aged 7 and up. Children under 7 cannot join this plan.
Please review the cancellation and rescheduling policy for the applicable conditions. For requests, contact cs@maikoya.com.
More from our guests
Read guest reviews on Google Maps ↗Opens in a new tab.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
