This is a great combo pack for couples, families, and honeymooners who are interested in the culture and history of Tokyo.
The Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience in Japan offers one of the most exceptional and memorable experiences! Typically, kimonos are worn during traditional tea ceremonies. After the tea ceremony, you can enjoy all the main activities at the nearby
Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience with the same reservation.
Inclusions
- Wearing traditional kimono
- Authentic tea ceremony led by a host who speaks English
- Explanation of tea ceremony and zen
- Japanese sweets
- the Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience Tour in English
- Ninja experiences
- Samurai experiences
Please show up at the KIMONO TEA CEREMONY venue first. After the tea ceremony experience, we will give you directions on how to get to the Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience (5-minute walk from the tea ceremony venue)
*Children under 7 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you have a child under 7 in your party, you can not make the reservation for this experience.
*We kindly request that you contact us in advance regarding the participation of special needs.
Traditional Tea Ceremony with Kimono
Lasts approximately 90 minutes.
Our award-winning cultural experiences are some of the best in the country, earning a place in
TripAdvisor's list for
Traveler's Choice Award and
Japan's Top Experiences for
four consecutive years. (2018-2021)
Tea Ceremony
Our award-winning tea ceremonies are not only enjoyable but also a comprehensive educational experience. Our expert tea master and host, and friendly staff will demonstrate the process during the tea ceremony while explaining the significance behind it, the steps, and the tools. You will get to learn about tea ceremony history, Tokyo, and tea ceremony etiquette.
During the
tea ceremony, you will not only observe how to make matcha green tea, but you will also be guided on the process of making your own by the tea master. You will be using high-quality matcha powder that will produce a brilliant cup of green matcha.
Kimono
MAIKOYA is the only facility in Tokyo where you can experience authentic kimonos and tea ceremonies in the same place.
A selection of beautiful kimonos is available for you to choose from, and our staff will make sure you look your best for your unique Japanese experience. Ladies will be treated to get their hair done to match their kimono and traditional Japanese look!
You can take many photos by wearing an authentic kimono in the beautiful Japanese gardens of Maikoya. You can even wear your kimonos outside after your tea ceremony and take a stroll down the historical Gion District.
The historical scenic townhouse
Our tea ceremonies are held in a historic machine that has been registered as a Tangible Cultural Property, located conveniently in central Tokyo. Everyone is welcome to take pictures in the tea room and the garden, along with our unique backdrops! After all, who wouldn't want to preserve the memory of a cultural experience?
Japanese sweets
You will also be sampling traditional Japanese sweets called wagashi, which will vary in flavor, shape, and color according to the season. Each experience at Kimono Tea Ceremony Maikoya is unique just by the snacks served at each session, not just by the personalization for each guest.
Guided tour of the museum + ninja experience + samurai experience.
Lasts approximately 60 minutes—98% satisfaction rate.
Guided tour of the Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience
Enjoy an interactive tour where you will get to learn trivia and fascinating facts about Japanese history and culture. You will go through the samurai and ninja exhibits while our knowledgeable guide will tell you all about the displays, from the technical aspects to the beautiful stories that these items carried in their past lives. Ask all the questions you have about the shows and learn about the histories of the samurais and ninjas and when they started.
The tours are available in
English, Chinese, and
Japanese.
Samurai experience - Samurai armor trial -
You will also get to dress up like a samurai family. Try on full
samurai armor for your souvenir pictures. Our armors come in unisex styles and a variety of sizes for everyone, including children! You will even get a selection of varied replica swords to choose from.
Samurai experience - Discover samurai weapons -
You'll also get a glimpse of what it was like to be one of the most prestigious ruling classes of old Japan. Bear the honor of the samurai as you learn how to hold and sheath a katana, just like the samurai and their two swords – one for the enemy and one for their honorable punishment.
Ninja experience - Learn the secrets of ninja -
You will learn about the ninja in Japan's history and what kind of weapons and tools they used for their covert missions.
Everyone in the family will be able to participate in games and workshops! The lessons will be fun and straightforward for the kids to enjoy.
Ninja experience - Ninja star throw competition -
Learn how to throw
ninja stars. Once you have had some practice, then it's time for the famous Ninja competition. Test your targeting skills with our fun activities like throwing a shuriken! You can have a friendly competition with your friends and family during the training.
The Tokyo Samurai Museum with Experience is located in central Tokyo, right by the famous and historical Asakusa and Sensouji Area.
You don't have to worry if you need to cancel or postpone your appointment with us. Changing your mind is as quick and easy as making a reservation, so there's no need to commit to your schedule permanently!
Kimono Tea Ceremony Maikoya is a leading cultural experience provider in Japan and the only tea ceremony experience that has received TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award for three consecutive years from 2018 to 2022.
Maikoya Tokyo is found in a tranquil tea house near the Meiji Shrine, just a walking distance from Asakusa, Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Sky Tree.
Learning about the traditions and practices of the country through our immersive cultural workshops and activities will surely give you a new perspective about the intricacies of the history and society in Japan.
Join us at Maikoya Tokyo as we guide you through Japan's traditional arts and history! Our friendly staff and hosts are fluent in English, Chinese, and Japanese and will make sure you have the best experiences and opportunities.
Contact Us
Address: 1-chōme-12-2, Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 111-0032, Japan
