Stunning Private Tea Ceremony: Camellia Garden Teahouse
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Kyoto, Japan
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Learn about the rituals of an authentic Japanese tea ceremony by visiting a traditional teahouse. Instead of sharing the activity with strangers, partake in a private ceremony just for your party. Learn about the history of matcha from your instructor before witnessing the tea rituals. Try your hand at some of the rituals yourself, too.
- Visit a beautiful tea house that overlooks a traditional Japanese garden
- Learn the techniques of using a whisk, scoop, and bowl to make matcha
- Avoid the crowds and enjoy a private tea ceremony for your party
- Learn fascinating insights about the history of tea
What's Included
- Tea bowls, tea scoops and tea whisks are provided so that guests can make their own bowls of Matcha.
- Kimono rental (not available at this location)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Tea Ceremony Camellia GARDEN18 Ryōanji Ikenoshitachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8003, Japan
Camellia Garden is located across the road from Ryoan-ji temple. The Ryoan-ji Mae Bus Stop (Bus 59) drops passengers beside a small path that leads slightly downhill to a residential street. We are the first house you can see on your right (surrounded by a high wall).
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
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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We had a really nice time learning about the history of tea in Japan and learning about the tea ceremony with Yumiko. She was very lovely and friendly and answered our many questions. Really enjoyed the tea and mochi that was provided as well, everything was delicious. Would highly recommend the experience to anyone.
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Very good with our two children who were not the best guests. Great explanation of tea ceremony. Wonderful way to do tea ceremony if you are travelling with children.
Wonderful experience for the entire family. We loved it! They were very knowledgeable and we left feeling very happy with our experience. It was relaxing and they were incredibly kind. Near the beautiful Japanese zen rock garden which was a very easy walk after Tea!
This was a lovely traditional experience in a very tranquil environment. We were able to learn and experience a traditional matcha making tea ceremony. Our hostess was very informative and gave us the opportunity to make tea ourselves. We’re very glad we added this to our visit to Kyoto! I highly recommend this experience.
Excellent experience!!! Highly recommend it! Time for us to enjoy the cerimony and learn a little bit about the culture.
They were so considerate in changing our time when we were running late. I unfortunately could not attend, but my sister and husband still attended the ceremony and said they had a wonderful time and learned a lot.
Beautiful and enlightening tea ceremony. Our hostess was extremely polite, well spoken (in English), and well educated in performing the tea ceremony. I highly recommend the individual, rather than group, ceremony as it is very tranquil and feels more personal. My family truly enjoyed the demonstration and the instruction in making our own tea. Highly recommend this. The home and garden were beautiful.
Simply amazing! This was such an incredible experience! Our tea practitioner was so knowledgeable! Definitely recommend!
This personal tea ceremony experience was wonderful! We learned all about the ceremony first and then had a chance to make our own matcha tea! Our hosts were very informative and explained the ceremony well. The location was quiet and relaxing!
We really enjoyed it!
A delightful experience learning to make matcha tea.
We would totally recommend this tour and this location.
We had a really nice time learning about the history of tea in Japan and learning about the tea ceremony with Yumiko. She was very lovely and friendly and answered our many questions. Really enjoyed the tea and mochi that was provided as well, everything was delicious. Would highly recommend the experience to anyone.
An absolute must do. This hour long relaxing experience felt like a few minutes. We learned a lot about this traditional ritual.
We really enjoyed this activity. It is not only a window on culture, but also a moment of calm, an invitation to live fully the present moment in calm and serenity. The young man who accompanied us for this experience (unfortunately I forgot his name, apologies) was just perfect. He really embodied the spirit of the ceremony. Good job!
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