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Kyoto Tea Ceremony Meditation Make Your Matcha with a Tea Master

Kyoto, Japan
  • 45 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Coffee and/or Tea
      1 cup of matcha tea
    • Snacks
      Traditional Japanese sweet
    • We do not have a parking lot. If you are arriving by bicycle, please use the public parking spaces.
    • Please arrive no earlier than 10 minutes before your scheduled time.
    • Please note that kimono rental is not included in this experience.
    • We kindly ask for your understanding that the venue is not suitable for eating.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • aeru gojo
      298 Tamatsushimachō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8427, Japan

      Please do not enter the written address manually into your map app, as it may lead to a different location. Please use the map link provided or search for “aeru gojo” instead. We are next to Only Corporation and across from Zen Kyoto. No parking or bicycle parking available.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Chairs are available for guests who prefer not to sit on the tatami floor.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Traveler Photos

    Gallery picture 1 (from a traveler's review)

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 4 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    An Extraordinary, Soulful Experience in a Historic townhouse

    Leonid_D, Jun 2026
    If you are looking for an authentic, intentional experience in Kyoto, do not miss this. Located in a central but wonderfully quiet 100-year-old house, it feels like a secret treasure. ​We were guided by Hana, whose immense knowledge and gentle spirit made the session deeply impactful. The entire ceremony possessed a mesmerizing, dance-like quality. It was incredibly moving to see how much purpose was woven into every single movement. ​This experience perfectly blends traditional custom with a calming, meditative flow. Hana masterfully showed us how to wrap everyday tasks in a layer of purpose, giving us the tools to exalt the ordinary. An absolute highlight of our trip that we will carry with us for a long time

    Response from Host, Aug 2026

    Thank you so much for your deeply moving and beautifully written review. We appreciate every single word of your review. We are so glad to hear that you truly enjoyed immersing yourself in the world of the tea ceremony, feeling the beauty of traditional Japanese culture and the profound peace within our 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse. Your description of the ceremony's "dance-like quality" and the idea of "exalting the ordinary" captures the very soul of what we strive to share. It is a beautiful gift to host guests who look so deeply into the subtle grace of each movement and find a lasting connection to the meditative philosophy behind it. Hana is deeply honored by your kind words. Knowing that this experience became a highlight of your trip and a feeling you will carry with you for a long time is the greatest reward we could ever hope for. Whenever you wish to step away from the busy world and find that quiet, purposeful flow once again, please know that our doors are always open to welcome you back. Warmest regards, The team at aeru gojo "Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Meditation"

    Cérémonie de thé

    laetitia_l, Jul 2024
    Une cérémonie de thé montrée de manière ludique et « cool ». Notre hôte parlait un bon anglais. N’hésitez pas à y aller.

    Response from Host, Aug 2026

    Merci beaucoup pour votre retour si chaleureux ! We are delighted that you found our ceremony both fun and "cool," and we look forward to welcoming you back anytime! Best regards, The team at aeru gojo "Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Meditation"
    Member Pricing
    From

    $49.01

    per person
    Was $51.59(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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