Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony Experience by Tea Master at Local Home
The Japanese tea ceremony is an experience that touches the soul. It’s not just about tea; it’s about finding peace, mindfulness, and connection with others and nature. In the heart of Kyoto, certificated tea teacher invite you to step into this refined world of tea, where the past and present come together in perfect harmony.
The matcha is a high-quality, original blend from a historic tea farm in Uji. The tea bowls are custom-made, handcrafted and hand-painted by ceramic artists in Kyoto.
The sweets are specially ordered from historic Kyoto wagashi shop. They cannot be found anywhere else. It doesn't contain any allergens such as eggs, nuts, gluten, or animal products.
Our tea ceremony class offers a unique and memorable experience in authentic tea room made from only natural materials by artisan people in Kyoto. Join us, and let the serenity of the tea ceremony wash over you as you immerse yourself in Japan’s rich cultural heritage.
Options
private session
private: you do not need to attend the others
Duration: 1 hour
2cups of Matcha: 3 different type of Japanese sweets
What's included in Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony Experience by Tea Master at Local Home
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Welcome to Kyoto! Over the past decade,we’ve had the honor of welcoming more than 8,000 guests to our tea ceremony class, where we guide participants through the delicate and profound art of preparing and enjoying matcha. It’s a privilege to share this deeply ingrained part of Japan’s culture with people from all over the world. The tea ceremony is rooted in the traditions of Kyoto, where the art of tea has flourished for centuries. Every movement in the ceremony, from the preparation of the tea to its careful serving, reflects respect for nature, beauty, and harmony. At our tea ceremony class, we use only the finest matcha, sourced from a historic tea farm in Uji, Kyoto. Uji is renowned for producing some of Japan’s best matcha, celebrated for its deep umami flavor, vibrant green color, and smooth texture. The matcha used in our classes is an original blend, carefully selected for its quality and flavor. Despite the nationwide shortage of matcha in Japan,we always ensure a stable supply for my classes, allowing you to enjoy an authentic, high-quality experience with peace of mind. Additionally, participants have the opportunity to purchase our original matcha.
Food Menu
DESSERT - Japanese Sweets
The Japanese sweets in our class are exclusively ordered from a renowned Kyoto wagashi shop. They contain no eggs, nuts, gluten, or animal products.
MAIN - Japanese Matcha tea
The matcha used in our class is a high-quality, original blend produced by a historic tea farm in Uji.
Inclusions
- Tea ceremony demonstration and tea making
- custom-maded 3 different types of Japanese sugar sweets from historical sweets shop in Kyoto
- Original booklet about tea ceremony
- 2 cups of matcha with original blended matcha from Uji
- Kimono is not included in this class.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Children aged 13 and under are not permitted to participate in this class. If you bring a child without prior notice on the day of the class, you will not be allowed to attend, and no refund will be issued. Thank you for your understanding.
- Please note that if you arrive more than 15 minutes after the class start time, you will not be able to join the class and no refund will be given.
- Please bring your socks or come with your socks. Barefoot does not acceptable. We have the socks in pay if you will not being your socks.
- Please wear a long skirt or long pants, and clothing with sleeves. Guests wearing sleeveless tops, shorts, or mini skirts will not be permitted to participate.
- Please do not wear any perfume, including those containing musk, as it can affect the tea room environment. If you arrive wearing perfume, you will be asked to remove it before entering the tea room.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- We do not accept children under 12 years old. All participants must pay for the class in order to join. Please bring or wear socks. If you don't have socks, you will need to purchase a pair on-site. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, we will not be able to offer the class.