Tokyo · MAIKOYA Asakusa
Kimono & Tea Ceremony in Asakusa
Enjoy a guided tea ceremony near Sensoji Temple, then explore Asakusa in kimono.
- Kimono rental until 6 PM — dressing assistance included.
- Make your own matcha with an English-speaking host.
- Enjoy Japanese sweets in a traditional tea house.
Select your date in the booking calendar above to check prices and availability.
- SessionShared group in English
- SeatingChairs on request, subject to availability. Please contact us in advance.
- DurationApprox. 90 minutes, including dressing
- Age7 years and up
- SessionShared group in English
- DurationApprox. 90 minutes, including dressing
- KimonoReturn by 6 PM.
- Age7 years and up
Before your visit
- Start time: Your booking time is the start of dressing. The tea ceremony usually begins about 30 minutes later.
- Kimono return: By 6 PM the same day. Later bookings leave less time to explore.
- Children: Under-7s cannot enter the venue.
- Special requirements: Contact us in advance for seating, accessibility or food allergies. See details below.
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.
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
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
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
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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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I check the price?
What is included, and how long can I keep the kimono?
Kimono selection and dressing assistance, an English-guided group tea ceremony, making your own matcha, and Japanese sweets are included. Return your kimono by 6 PM on the same day.
The dressing and tea ceremony take approximately 90 minutes. Sightseeing is additional; later sessions leave less time for your stroll.
Is this a private session? Can someone interpret for me?
This is a shared group session in English. Guest or third-party interpretation during the session is not permitted. Please contact us in advance if you need language support.
For a private experience, see the private kimono tea ceremony in Tokyo.
Can I request a chair or special assistance?
You do not need to remain in seiza if it is uncomfortable. Chairs may be provided on request, subject to availability. Please contact us in advance about seating or other assistance needs.
What should I know about food allergies?
Please inform us in advance about food allergies or dietary requirements. The sweets do not contain nuts as an ingredient, but are produced in a facility that also handles nuts, so cross-contact is possible. Yatsuhashi is not served to guests with severe nut allergies.
Where is the experience held?
What times are available?
Check the booking calendar above for available dates and times. Your booking time is the start of kimono dressing; the tea ceremony usually starts about 30 minutes later.
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Can I cancel or reschedule?
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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.