Central Kyoto · MAIKOYA Nishiki
From ¥7,700/ person · tax included
Starting price, including tax. Prices vary by season and selected date. Check the booking calendar for the price on your preferred date.
Your experience
Discover Japanese tea culture at MAIKOYA Nishiki, then continue your day in kimono around Nishiki Market and the nearby shopping streets.
Kimono dressing + tea ceremony experience
Afterwards, enjoy kimono rental until 6:00 PM on the same day.
MAIKOYA Nishiki is a convenient stop for a day exploring central Kyoto. Pair your tea ceremony with a visit to Nishiki Market, browsing the nearby shopping streets, or another cultural activity before or after your session.
Central Kyoto · Near Nishiki Market
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 rental until 6:00 PM and explore Nishiki and central Kyoto at your own pace.
Included · Kimono selection, dressing & same-day rental until 6:00 PM
Your English-speaking host explains the utensils, etiquette, and meaning behind the ceremony. Watch the demonstration, then use a bamboo whisk to prepare your own bowl of matcha. Beginners are welcome, and you can ask questions along the way.
Included · English guidance & matcha preparation
Take a quiet pause from the city in a traditional machiya setting. Enjoy your matcha with seasonal Japanese sweets, known as wagashi, and discover how the ceremony brings together hospitality, care, and appreciation of the moment.
Included · Matcha & seasonal Japanese sweetsPlan your visit
KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA NISHIKI
Near Nishiki Market and central Kyoto shopping streets, Kyoto, Japan.
Check the map when planning your journey to the Nishiki venue.
Before you book
Your plan includes kimono selection and dressing, same-day kimono rental until 6:00 PM, an English-guided group tea ceremony, preparing your own matcha, and seasonal Japanese sweets. Simple hairstyling is also included for women.
Prices start from ¥7,700 per person, including tax, and vary by season and selected date. The starting price is not available for every date. Please check the booking calendar for the applicable price before reserving.
Yes. Choose from the available kimono selection on arrival, and our staff will help you dress. After the ceremony, you may explore Nishiki and central Kyoto in kimono. Your rental ends at 6:00 PM on the same day, so please plan your return accordingly. Later sessions leave less time for sightseeing.
Allow approximately 90 minutes, including kimono dressing, the tea ceremony, matcha preparation, and photo time. The ceremony usually begins about 30 minutes after arrival, once everyone is dressed. Sightseeing afterwards is separate from this approximate 90-minute experience.
Yes. An English-speaking host guides you step by step, so beginners are welcome and Japanese language skills are not needed. Interpretation by guests or third-party interpreters is not permitted during the session. Please contact us in advance if you need language support; written guides may be available in some languages.
This is a group tea ceremony shared with other guests. If you would like a private experience, please check our private kimono tea ceremony plan for venue details and availability.
This experience is for guests aged 7 and up. Children under 7 cannot join this plan.
No. You do not need to remain in seiza if it is uncomfortable. Chairs may be provided on request, subject to availability. Please mention seating needs when booking and contact us in advance if you require special assistance.
MAIKOYA Nishiki is near Nishiki Market and central Kyoto shopping streets. It is easy to combine your tea ceremony with shopping, local food experiences, and nearby cultural attractions before or after your visit.
This page is for the kimono tea ceremony plan. To combine your visit with the museum, check the separate tea ceremony and samurai experience combo plan for its inclusions, venues, and availability.
Please review the cancellation and rescheduling policy for the applicable conditions. For requests, contact cs@maikoya.com.
Kimono Tea Ceremony Kyoto Maikoya NISHIKI is a leading cultural experience provider and a four-time TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award winner. Located in a historic machiya townhouse in the heart of Kyoto, Maikoya offers immersive cultural workshops and activities that provide a unique insight into Japanese history and society. Enjoy a traditional Kyoto tea ceremony, savor the taste of fresh matcha during a delightful tea tasting, and discover the art of Japanese hospitality. Maikoya provides a truly authentic cultural experience, allowing you to connect with Japan's rich traditions. For a more personalized experience, inquire about our private tea ceremony options. Your tea ceremony experience includes a complimentary kimono rental, allowing you to explore Kyoto in style. Choose from a variety of beautiful traditional designs in all sizes, perfect for creating lasting memories. Our friendly, English and Japanese-speaking staff will ensure you have a memorable and enriching time at our Kyoto teahouse.
Email: nishiki@maikoya.com Address: 329, Ebiyacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto 604-8076, Japan
