Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI
Overview
Why choose this tea ceremony experience in Kyoto?
・ City Balloon Tours Travelers’ Choice Award winner for 4 consecutive years
・Hosted in an authentic traditional townhouse (machiya)
・Experience a real Japanese tea ceremony in a tatami room
・Kimono rental included for both men and women
・Learn about Japanese culture, etiquette, and matcha in one session
What's Included
- Snacks
- Hairstyling (simple style)
- Green tea
- Kimono costume
- Utensils
- Transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
329 Ebiyachō
Gokomachi-dori Sanjo sagaru, 329 海老屋町 中京区 京都市 京都府 604-8076, Japan
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Our award-winning tea ceremony offers both cultural enjoyment and meaningful learning. Guided by a professional tea master and friendly staff, you'll observe each step and learn the significance behind the tools, movements, and traditions. You'll also gain insights into the history of the tea ceremony, the cultural heritage of Kyoto, and proper etiquette passed down through generations.
You will then prepare your own bowl of matcha using high-quality green tea , whisked under the tea master’s guidance. This hands-on moment allows you to experience the calm, focus, and hospitality at the heart of Japanese tea culture.
A selection of elegant kimonos is available, and our staff will assist with dressing to ensure a refined appearance.
Please note that children under 6 are not permitted. If your group includes a child under 6, we kindly ask that you refrain from booking this activity.
Tripods are not allowed during the ceremony. Photo and video recording may be limited—please follow the tea master’s instructions regarding appropriate timing and manners.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Children under 7 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you have a child under 7 in your party, you can not make the reservation for this experience.
- You can reserve maximum 2 people from [BRAND] however we accept any other booking site and there will be more participants in your experience
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI?
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Activity code: C-51440P61
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (JST).
- Snacks.
- Hairstyling (simple style).
- Green tea.
- Kimono costume.
- Utensils.
- Transportation.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Snacks
- Hairstyling (simple style)
- Green tea
- Kimono costume
- Utensils
- Transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Children under 7 can not enter the tea ceremony venue. If you have a child under 7 in your party, you can not make the reservation for this experience.
- You can reserve maximum 2 people from Viator however we accept any other booking site and there will be more participants in your experience
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
