Gion’s tea rooms tend to be in old machiya townhouses, so you take matcha and a seasonal sweet where the neighbourhood has for generations. Several include a kimono, which suits the setting.
Discover Kyoto’s traditions with a kimono and matcha tea ceremony. Enjoy expert-guided dressing, authentic rituals, and cultural insights in a small-group setting.
Most Popular★ 4.9“this was fabulous !! i absolutely recommend to anyone looking to get more of an insight into Japanese culture while visiting! Our host was so gracious and taught us so much. I loved getting to learn about the history of tea ceremonies and the meaning…”
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618 reviews90 minutes - 2 hoursFrom $49by LINKTIVITY Inc.
Learn matcha, tea ceremony etiquette, and Kyoto hospitality in a relaxed, one-hour Gion session with sweets and hands-on whisking.
★ 4.9“Had a fantastic time and was able to learn some history as well. Would highly recommend this one to anyone.”
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116 reviews1 hourFrom $25.29
Experience Kyoto's Gion district with a hands-on matcha tea ceremony, tasting sweets, and learning about Japanese hospitality in a relaxed, authentic setting.
★ 4.9“As soon as the hot pot started whistling I got pretty relaxed! A calm and peaceful tea sip indeed. I enjoyed learning the history behind matcha in Japan, and learning how to properly mix quality matcha into bubbles. Def recommend.”
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27 reviews1 hour - 150 minutesFrom $22by Japan Wonder Travel
Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto's Gion district, learning about tradition, making matcha, and enjoying beautiful surroundings.
★ 5.0“We loved it! Naomi was very kind, relaxed, funny, and easy to talk to. Lovely space in her own mother's house where she taught us the tea ceremony. A very nice stop.”
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13 reviews45 minFrom $29
Wear a kimono, learn to prepare matcha, and take part in a small-group tea ceremony in Gion, Kyoto, with kimono dressing and sweets included.
★ 4.5“It was truly a beautiful experience. thank you!”
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8 reviews45 minFrom $48.55
Walk through Gion, visit Kyoto temples and quiet lanes, then learn wabi-sabi over matcha in a small-group tea ceremony.
★ 4.8“excellent tour and great guide”
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8 reviewsFrom $90.19
Discover Kyoto’s cultural essence with the Gion Tea Ceremony & Wabi-sabi Walking Tour. Enjoy authentic experiences, historical sights, and deep insights into Japanese aesthetics for $77.
★ 4.5“Amazing guide 🤩Interesting concept with variable program. Tea seremony was calming🍵”
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7 reviews3.5 hoursFrom $92by MagicalTrip