Tea Ceremony in Downtown Kyoto (Kawaramachi Station & Gion Shijo Station)

Kyoto Tea Ceremony in Japan is one of the best and memorable experiences you can have! Kimonos would normally be worn during traditional tea ceremonies. Maikoya Kyoto offers an authentic matcha tea ceremony in the heart of Japan’s cultural capital, Kyoto! 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) Important Information Children under 6 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you are traveling with children under the age of 12, please check our FAMILY PLAN. Lasts approximately 90 – 120 minutes Your appointment time is the starting time for kimono dressing. The tea ceremony is scheduled to start in about 30 minutes, but it depends on the situation. […]

This is a private tea ceremony with Kimono. There will be no one except you and your companion/s for the whole event! You’ll be able to take many beautiful photos of your experience. An authentic Japanese tea ceremony is one of the many things to do in Kyoto! During the traditional tea ceremony at Maikoya, you will be wearing a kimono and tasting high-quality matcha in one of Japan’s Top Experiences for four consecutive years (2018-2021) and Traveler’s Choice Award winner according to TripAdvisor reviews. Traditional Tea Ceremony with Kimono 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 […]

Try an authentic Japanese tea ceremony with kids in the heart of Kyoto! If you are traveling with children under the age of 12, please choose this plan. You can enjoy the tea ceremony experience with your children. *Children under 6 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you have a child under 6 in your party, you can not make the reservation for this experience. We can adjust the ritual to suit children’s needs and satisfy adults’ expectations. Our tea ceremony is the perfect opportunity to teach kids the importance of focus and being mindful of others, along with instilling a deep appreciation for arts and tradition. This experience lasts approximately 90 to 120 minutes in total. We will also make sure you have plenty of time to take […]

Chance to meet geisha during the cherry blossom season! Enjoy an authentic traditional tea ceremony hosted by a real Kyoto geisha, also called a geiko, or their apprentice called a maiko! You will be introduced to the unique geisha culture of Kyoto, where young geiko women would serve tea to pilgrims visiting the historic temples in Eastern Kyoto. Start Time 4:00pm (lasts about 45 minutes) Meeting point Gion Geisha Museum by MAIKOYA Address: 100, Rokuro-cho, Yamatooji, Matsubara-street, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-city, Important Information Kimono wearing is not included in this experience. If you want to wear a kimono, please also book a kimono rental here. There are many festivals in Kyoto in the spring, and geisha schedules can change at short notice. If the show is cancelled in case of emergency you get […]

Chance to enjoy a special geisha performance just for you during the cherry blossom season! This experience is limited from March 20th to April 30th. For other seasons, please check out this page. PRIVATE Geisha (Maiko) Tea Ceremony and Geisha Performance in Kyoto This is a special event joined only by you. Whether you are seeking a memorable experience in Japan or just on a honeymoon, this is a very unique experience you will remember for the rest of your life. Please don’t worry about the location or communication with the geisha (maiko) as our location is near the central Gion-Shijo station and our English-speaking staff will be present to interpret for you. Geisha and apprentice geisha called maiko, train for years to perfect the traditional Japanese arts. One of the […]

Make your own wagashi for your tea ceremony! Wagashi are traditional Japanese sweets that are best paired with matcha tea during a tea ceremony. Join our sweets-making workshop so you can learn how to make the treats for your kimono tea ceremony after class! You will first be introduced to the basics for making the seasonal wagashi by our friendly instructor. After the session, you will be participating in an authentic, traditional Japanese tea ceremony where you will learn how to prepare a matcha green tea! *Children under 6 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you have a child under 6 in your party, you can not make the reservation for this experience. Book with us online to reserve your class! Sweets Making & Kimono Tea Ceremony in Kyoto Lasts approximately 90 […]

Make your own wagashi for your tea ceremony! Wagashi are traditional Japanese sweets that are best paired with matcha tea during a tea ceremony. Join our sweets-making workshop so you can learn how to make the treats for your tea ceremony after class! Your private group will first be introduced to the basics for making the seasonal wagashi by our friendly instructor. After the session, you will be participating in an authentic, traditional Japanese tea ceremony where you will learn how to prepare a matcha green tea! Kids are required to be accompanied by an adult for close supervision especially when using hot stoves and sharp knives during the preparation process. *Children under 6 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you have a child under 6 in your party, you […]

Get a chance to meet a Geisha at a tea ceremony and performance! Enjoy an authentic traditional tea ceremony hosted by a real Kyoto geisha, also called a geiko, or their apprentice called a maiko! You will be introduced to the unique geisha culture of Kyoto, where young geiko women would serve tea to pilgrims visiting the historic temples in Eastern Kyoto. This experience ends March 19th. Please make a reservation from this page after March 20th. Geisha (Maiko) Tea Ceremony & Show in Kyoto Private Experiences may have seats available if reservations cannot be made on this page. Please check out this page. PRIVATE Geisha (Maiko) Tea Ceremony and Geisha Performance in Kyoto Important Information Minimum number of participants: 4 people If there are less than 4 participants, it may […]

Enjoy a special geisha performance just for you! This is a special event joined only by you. Whether you are seeking a memorable experience in Japan or just on a honeymoon, this is a very unique experience you will remember for the rest of your life. Please don’t worry about the location or communication with the geisha (maiko) as our location is near the central Gion-Shijo station and our English-speaking staff will be present to interpret for you. Geisha and apprentice geisha called maiko, train for years to perfect the traditional Japanese arts. One of the aspects of their training is performing the tea ceremony. If you can’t make a reservation on this page, there may be seats available for group sessions. Please check this page.Geisha (Maiko) Tea Ceremony & Show […]