Kyoto experiences
This is a list of best local experiences in Kyoto. If you want to see the list of sightseeing spots please click here.
We are the largest cultural experience provider in Japan with 5 indoor and outdoor facilities. We also manage 2 museums. We served more than 100,000 guests with various must-do experiences in Kyoto. We have received more than 2000 positive reviews for the cultural experiences we provide on Tripadvisor and Google.
If you are done with temples and shrines this is a perfect list of unique activities and once in a life time experiences. Whether you are on a honeymoon, or travelling with a family looking for some cultural activities, this is it. We provide all these Kyoto experiences on our own, we are not a platform.
Tea Ceremony Kyoto Downtown Nishiki
This is the most popular tea ceremony venue which offers kimono tea ceremony, and private tea ceremony. This teahouse has the highest number of kimono choices.
Read more VIP Tea Ceremony Kyoto Gion Kiyomizu
You can participate in the private tea ceremony, geisha tea ceremony, or watch a geisha show at this location.
This VIP experience is held in a historic machiya that has been recognized by the Japanese Ministry of Culture as a Tangible Cultural Property and its tearoom is featured in Japanese textbooks as an exemplar.
Read more Samurai and Ninja Experience Kyoto
Have a unique experience samurai and ninja experience in Kyoto, Dress like a samurai or become a ninja. Wear a real samurai armor, buy an authentic katana.
Read more Kimono Wearing Experience in Kyoto
You can wear or rent a Kimono at Maikoya but we recommend the kimono photo shoot at the photo studio of Kyoto Maikoya. Why becuase it is always so hot or so cold outside. pluse you don’t have to worry about wearing the special sandals.
Read more Geisha Experience in Kyoto
English speaking geisha and maiko experience in Kyoto. Geisha tea ceremony, maiko show, geisha show and maiko photoshoot in Kyoto.
Read more Local Cultural Experiences in Kyoto
Many Japanese cultural activites are offered at Maikoya Kyoto. Calligraphy, ikebana, cooking, kintsugi and so on. We not only provide truly Japanese experiences but also explain the subtle meanings and symbolism in each activity.
Read more Cooking Class Kyoto
Make sushi in style. Sushi class in Kyoto, sweet making and wagashi experience in Kyoto and zen cooking experience in Kyoto. Classes offered daily, Halal cooking, gluten-free cooking and vegetarian cooking.
Read more Food Tours Kyoto
Enjoy food tours and food sampling curated by Maikoya. Sake tasting in Kyoto, craft beer sampling in Kyoto and daily Food sampling tours in Kyoto including takoyaki tasting and Okonmiyaki tasting.
Read more Honeymoon in Kyoto
Planning to have your honeymoon in Kyoto, Maikoya can arrange your romantic honeymoon dinner in Kyoto, a unique honeymoon photoshoot in Kyoto and have unique Japanese wedding in Kyoto for you.
Read more Kyoto tours
Enjoy private tours, walking tours, daily tours, half-day tours, hiking tours, cultural and educational tours. All the tours are provided by lincenced tour guides supervised by Maikoya.
Read more Kyoto with Kids
Things to do with kids in Kyoto and many exciting activities. Samurai show, ninja experience, Kids' kimono and many more...
Read more Value Ticket – Geisha Experience and Samurai Experience Combo For Couples and Small Groups
Indulge in the quintessential Japanese experience with our exclusive package, a collaboration between Maikoya Gion and Samurai & Ninja Museum Kyoto. Located not far from each other, these venues seamlessly immerse you in the local culture. Ideal for couples and small groups seeking a comprehensive Japan trip, our combo package features a geisha tea ceremony and samurai sword experience, ensuring an unforgettable journey into tradition and excitement. This memorable local experience package includes Geisha Tea Ceremony Experience Meeting with a geisha at a historic machiya Japanese sweets and Japanese tea Participating in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony Samurai Ninja Museum basic ticket Ninja star throw Dressing in a traditional samurai hakama Sword training and cutting tatami mats Please note: You will first show up at the Samurai Ninja Museum Kyoto near Nishiki […]
180 min.
Private Tea Ceremony (Casual Clothes) for Groups Gion Maikoya
Traditionally the tea ceremony is best enjoyed by wearing kimono but we allow large groups to join the activity by wearing casual clothes. So you can still experience this superb cultural ritual in the heart of the ancient capital without changing clothes. 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 five consecutive years. (2018-2022) Location KIMONO TEA CEREMONY MAIKOYA KYOTO 329 Ebiyacho, Gokomachi-dori Sanjo sagaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 京都市中京区御幸町通三条下る海老屋町329 MAP Traditional Tea Ceremony 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 […]
45 min.
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Kyoto Branch
KIMONO TEA CEREMONY KYOTO MAIKOYA at NISHIKI
329, Ebiyacho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, JapanTokyo Branch
Kimono Tea Ceremony Tokyo Maikoya
1-chōme-12-2, Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo, JapanKyoto Branch
KIMONO TEA CEREMONY KYOTO MAIKOYA at GION KIYOMIZU
100, rokurocho, matsubaradori yamatooji higashiiru, higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, JapanKyoto Branch
SAMURAI & NINJA MUSEUM with EXPERIENCE
Teramachi Utanokoji building 2F, 292, Higashidaimonjicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
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