Tea Ceremony with Kimono Experience at Asakusa, Tokyo

Tokyo · MAIKOYA Asakusa

Kimono Tea Ceremony Near Sensoji Temple

From ¥6,930/ person · tax included

Low-season starting price, including tax, with an eligible coupon. Prices vary by season and selected date; coupon availability and conditions also vary. Check the booking calendar for the applicable price and coupon conditions.

  • Enjoy an award-winning kimono tea ceremony near Sensoji Temple and make it part of your day exploring historic Asakusa.
  • Choose your favorite kimono and keep your rental until 6:00 PM. Staff will help you dress, and you can explore Asakusa in kimono after the ceremony.
  • Learn from an English-speaking tea ceremony host and try preparing your own bowl of matcha, even if it is your first tea ceremony.
  • Enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets in a peaceful tea house, with time to appreciate Japanese hospitality away from the busy streets.
Approx. 90 min including dressingEnglish group sessionAges 7 and upcouples & friends
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Important Information

  • Starting time: Your reservation time is the start of kimono dressing. The tea ceremony usually begins about 30 minutes later, once everyone is dressed.
  • Duration & rental: Allow approximately 90 minutes for dressing and the tea ceremony experience. You may explore Asakusa in kimono afterwards. Please return your kimono by 6:00 PM on the same day. Sightseeing time is separate from the approximate 90-minute experience; later sessions leave less time for your stroll.
  • Age requirement: Children under 7 cannot enter the tea ceremony venue.
  • Language & group format: This is a shared session conducted in English. Interpretation by guests or third-party interpreters during the session is not permitted. Please contact us in advance if you need language support.
  • Seating & assistance: Please contact us in advance if you need special assistance. Chairs may be provided on request, subject to availability.
  • Food allergies: Please inform us in advance. Sweets are produced in a facility that also handles nuts, so cross-contact is possible. Yatsuhashi is not served to guests with severe nut allergies.

Your experience

Tea, Kimono & a Stroll Through Asakusa

Discover Japanese tea culture at MAIKOYA Tokyo in Asakusa, then step outside in kimono to explore the streets around Sensoji Temple.

Approx. 90 min

Kimono dressing + tea ceremony experience
Afterwards, explore Asakusa in kimono. Return your kimono by 6:00 PM.

Two guests in kimono posing in front of the large lantern at Sensoji Temple in Asakusa
THE LOCATION

A Tea Ceremony Close to Sensoji Temple

Bring together a cultural experience and a day of sightseeing in Asakusa. MAIKOYA is near Sensoji Temple, making it easy to plan a temple visit and a walk through the surrounding streets before or after your tea ceremony.

Asakusa, Tokyo · Near Sensoji Temple
Staff helping a guest tie her kimono obi at MAIKOYA Tokyo
YOUR KIMONO

Choose Your Kimono. Explore Until 6:00 PM.

Select a kimono from the available collection and let our staff help you dress for the ceremony. Afterwards, enjoy a walk around historic Asakusa in kimono and take your own photos. Your kimono rental lasts until 6:00 PM on the same day. Please plan your stroll so you can return your kimono by then.

Included · Kimono selection, dressing & rental until 6:00 PM
Guests watching a tea ceremony host prepare tea in a tatami room at MAIKOYA Tokyo
YOUR TEA CEREMONY

English Guidance from Demonstration to Your Own Matcha

Watch your host demonstrate the ceremony while explaining the utensils, etiquette, and meaning behind each step in English. Then try whisking your own bowl of matcha. Questions are welcome, and no previous tea ceremony experience is needed.

Included · English guidance & hands-on matcha preparation
Japanese sweets served as part of the tea ceremony experience
A QUIET MOMENT

Matcha & Japanese Sweets

Enjoy traditional Japanese sweets, known as wagashi, alongside your matcha. Take a moment to appreciate their flavors and the calm atmosphere of the tea house before returning to your day in Tokyo.

Included · Matcha & Japanese sweets.

Plan your visit

Find MAIKOYA in Asakusa, Tokyo

KIMONO TEA CEREMONY TOKYO MAIKOYA
1-12-2 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan
東京都台東区浅草1丁目12-2

Located near Sensoji Temple. Check the map for your route and station exit when planning your visit.

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Before you book

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Asakusa kimono tea ceremony?

Your plan includes kimono selection and dressing assistance, an English-guided group tea ceremony, preparing your own matcha, and Japanese sweets. Kimono rental is included until 6:00 PM on the same day, so you may also explore Asakusa after the ceremony. Please return your kimono by 6:00 PM.

How much does the experience cost?

Prices start from ¥6,930 per person, including tax, during low season when an eligible coupon is used. This is not the standard price for every date. Prices and coupon availability vary by season and selected date. Check the booking calendar and coupon conditions before reserving.

Can I choose my kimono and explore Asakusa afterwards?

Yes. Choose from the available kimono selection, and our staff will help you dress. After the ceremony, you may take a stroll around Asakusa in kimono. Please return your kimono by 6:00 PM on the same day. A later session leaves less time for sightseeing.

How long does it take, and when does the ceremony start?

Allow approximately 90 minutes, including kimono dressing and the tea ceremony experience. Your reservation 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.

Is the tea ceremony conducted in English?

Yes. An English-speaking host explains the ceremony step by step. Beginners are welcome, and no Japanese language skills are needed. Interpretation by guests or third-party interpreters is not permitted during the session. Please contact us in advance if you need language support.

Is this a private or shared tea ceremony?

This is a group experience shared with other guests. If you prefer a private session, please check the private kimono tea ceremony in Tokyo for details and availability.

Can children join?

This experience is for guests aged 7 and up. Children under 7 cannot enter the tea ceremony venue.

Do I have to sit in seiza on the floor?

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.

Do the Japanese sweets contain nuts?

The sweets do not contain nuts as an ingredient. However, they are produced in a facility that also handles nuts, so cross-contact is possible. Yatsuhashi is not served to guests with severe nut allergies. Please inform us in advance about any food allergies or dietary requirements.

Where is the Asakusa tea ceremony held?

The experience is held at KIMONO TEA CEREMONY TOKYO MAIKOYA, 1-12-2 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo. The venue is near Sensoji Temple, so you can combine the ceremony with exploring Asakusa.

What session times are available?

Please check the booking calendar for available dates and times. Allow approximately 90 minutes for the experience when planning the rest of your day.

Can I cancel or reschedule?

Please review the cancellation and rescheduling policy for the applicable conditions.

Included

  • Kimono costume
  • Green tea and water
  • Utensils
  • English Speaking tea master
  • Edo-period traditional Japanese room
  • Japanese style backdrops
  • Explanations about the steps, meanings, zen philosophy and the subtle traditions related to tea ceremony

Not Included

  • Transportation
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Kimono Tea Ceremony MAIKOYA TOKYO Asakusa

Kimono Tea Ceremony Maikoya Tokyo is a leading cultural experience provider in Japan, recognized with a TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award for four consecutive years. Located in a tranquil tea house near Asakusa, Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Sky Tree, and not far from Tokyo Station, Maikoya offers immersive workshops and activities designed to deepen understanding of Japanese history and society. Guests can participate in an authentic tea ceremony, learning the rituals and enjoying freshly prepared matcha, and experience the elegance of wearing a traditional kimono with kimono rental available in Asakusa. Maikoya's bililingual staff ensures a welcoming and enriching experience for all visitors.

Maikoya Tokyo provides a unique opportunity to experience the heart of Japanese tradition. From the serene atmosphere of the tea house to the knowledgeable guidance of the staff, every detail is designed to create a memorable cultural immersion. Whether you're interested in the intricacies of the tea ceremony, the beauty of a kimono, or simply exploring the rich history of Japan, Maikoya Tokyo offers an engaging and authentic experience just steps away from popular Tokyo attractions.

Email:  tokyo@maikoya.com
Address: 1-chōme-12-2, Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 111-0032, Japan