Top Kyoto Traditional Wellness

If you love to create, and want to learn a traditional Japanese art, try making Washi paper. Enjoy designing paper using seasonal pressed flowers and leaves. Make a set of postcards, a table-mat, wraparound lampshade, or tapestry panel. Bring home a unique handmade souvenir in only 60 minutes. Or, choose to add an additional hour so you can make more gifts for friends and family.

Arashiyu is a traditional Japanese-style relaxation salon located just steps from Arashiyama Station. It is the perfect place to gently soothe your tired feet after a day of walking. Guests can enjoy a relaxing foot bath while sipping a drink and enjoying a light snack, followed by a rejuvenating foot massage.

Experience the art of the samurai during a *kembu* show, a traditional sword performance celebrating the culture of this ancient Japanese warrior class. Head to Kyoto’s Samurai Kembu Theater to admire the intricate movements of traditional and new-style Kembu performances. You’ll also hear a fascinating talk before the performance and have time for a photo session with a samurai sword and the performers post-show.

Find out what's it's like to be a ninja. This small-group beginners class in a Kyoto dojo introduces you to the basics of ninja training. You'll learn how to breathe, walk, and meditate like a ninja, practice throwing ninja weapons, and learn how to use ninja swords. It's a unique Japanese experience for all ages.

Enjoy a quintessential Japanese tradition in the heart of Kyoto. This tea ceremony takes place in an historic wooden townhouse ("machiya"), which is now the Nishijin Lifestyle Museum. Soak up traditional Japanese culture and learn more about this artful ritual without worrying about making mistakes. Have the opportunity to wear a kimono during the ceremony and townhouse tour.

A fully private sound experience in Kyoto using rare Japanese instruments crafted by artisans. Unlike typical sound baths, this session is designed around stillness—inviting you to simply lie down and enter a deep, quiet state inspired by Japanese concepts of silence.

Prepare for battle and learn the skills of the samurai during an interactive class studying the ancient Japanese martial art of kenbu. Learn everything from basic choreography movements to more complex actions that incorporate a sword and folding fan. After your class, participate in a photo session with your samurai costume and receive a certificate of completion and a souvenir towel.

Got exhausted walking around Kyoto? Then we are here to help you! You can have relaxing time at the private salon and it will refresh and let you enjoy the trip of Kyoto again. Soft touch head massage based on brain science idea works well on jet lag, insomnia and nervous system. You may choose which part you would like to do, or do both of body massage and head massage in 120min as well.

-We are a gel nail salon located in the heart of Kyoto, easily accessible from major stations like Hankyu Omiya and JR Nijo. -We specialize in elegant art, especially Kimono-inspired nail art, using high-quality gel on your natural nails. These refined designs are the perfect souvenir of your trip to Japan. -You can experience our signature Japanese motifs, gold accents, and elegant details designs in a calm, clean, and at-home space, perfect for relaxing during your 2-hour nail session. -Choose from a variety of services, hand gel / foot gel, including simple one-color gel nails, elegant design and premium kimono-style designs. -Our friendly staff provides polite support, and consultation ensures you receive the exact design to suit your taste and schedule. -Just feel free to contact us. Looking forward to meeting with you !

⭐Activity Description Experience a relaxing private Japanese facial just a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Station. Step into a quiet, hidden salon and enjoy a peaceful moment away from the busy city. This treatment is designed to gently cleanse, nourish, and refresh your skin using Japanese skincare techniques. Perfect for travelers looking to relax, reset, and experience authentic Japanese beauty culture. Optional traditional face shaving is available for those who wish to try this unique technique. ⭐ What You’ll Experience (Approx. 90 min) Deep cleansing Gentle exfoliation Customized facial treatment(pore care, brightening, anti-aging) Relaxing mask Japanese skincare finishing Optional: Traditional Japanese face shaving (kamisori technique)

Collaboration plan with the kimono rental shop next door. ○ Kimono rental ¥ 5,500 Includes dressing. (You can change to a yukata during the summer.) ○ You can choose from footbath (flower, matcha, salt). 30 minutes ¥ 4400 Foot bath 15 minutes (with drinks and tea cakes) & Foot massage 15 minutes

Exclusive Zen Journey: Only 2 Guests per Day 1. Impossible to find on your own I hand-select "Wagashi" (sweets) from hidden local gems outside tourist zones. These are real flavors of history you cannot find on Google or main streets. I bring the hidden Japan to you. 2. Hospitality starts before you knock Whether cold or room temperature, your tea is ready. If you are sensitive to heat ("Nekojita"), I must be prepared. My welcome begins long before you step inside. You are expected and cared for. 3. The Ultimate Travel Reset I read your body and reset it after 16 years of experience. I don’t follow a manual; I recalibrate your specific fatigue so you can enjoy the rest of your journey in comfort. 4. What is "WADO"? "WA" (和) is harmony; "DO" (道) is the path. To me, it’s a bridge for cross-cultural exchange through the soul of Japan. I don't just offer a service; I share a way of being. Forget the crowds. I’m here for you. Ready to reset? The tea is waiting.

Ninja culture is not something visitors to Japan can just easily immerse themselves in, but this 2-hour, hands-on lesson offers an exclusive experience. In a small group of no more than six people, learn ninja techniques including ninja breathing, ninja meditation, and how to wield a ninja sword. Dress in ninja clothing too, for great photos of the experience.

Take a deep dive into the art of traditional Japanese handcrafts at the Kyoto Shibori Museum by learning how to dye silk scarf using the sekka shibori method. At the end of your private class you'll have a beautiful scarf to serve as a souvenir of your trip to Kyoto.

Would you like to brew your own delicious tea? In most tea ceremony workshops, you are not allowed to handle tea utensils. However, in the hands-on classes we host, you can actually touch the utensils and learn the process of brewing tea from scratch. The instructor is a master of the Higashi Abe school. They have taught many students, so they will gently and carefully teach you how to make tea. You are also welcome to take as many pictures as you like to make your experience memorable. We hope you will make your trip to Japan a memorable and enjoyable one.

Learn to make artistic sushi rolls during your own private ‘kazarimaki’ class in Kyoto. Kazarimaki is the art of making designs within a sushi roll, using edible pigments extracted from plants to create colorful patterns in the sushi. Your instructor also provides a kimono (for women) or other traditional garments (for men and children) to wear during the experience.