Tea ceremony in Kyoto Townhouse
Rated 4.93 out of 5 from 1692 reviews.Kyoto city, Japan
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Experience hosted by Kimi
60 mins
Includes food, drinks, equipment
Up to 8 people
Hosted in English
What you'll do
Recently matcha green tea has become very popular all around the world. As you may know, matcha plays a very important role in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. However, learning about Japanese tea ceremony means much more than just learning to make matcha.
Let's find the concept and philosophy behind this performing art. At first, you will learn the basic concepts and ideas of tea ceremony. You will also learn how to behave in a tea room and appreciate its decoration.
Next, you'll watch a demonstration of "the way of tea". We think you will enjoy the quiet and serene atmosphere. And now let's make your own tea! We will tell you how to drink it, and also serve you a specially selected Japanese cake.
Come, step into the world of profound spirituality and set your soul free, and let's have fun together!!
- Facebook Page: Ami Kyoto
- Instagram: @ami_kyoto
Let's find the concept and philosophy behind this performing art. At first, you will learn the basic concepts and ideas of tea ceremony. You will also learn how to behave in a tea room and appreciate its decoration.
Next, you'll watch a demonstration of "the way of tea". We think you will enjoy the quiet and serene atmosphere. And now let's make your own tea! We will tell you how to drink it, and also serve you a specially selected Japanese cake.
Come, step into the world of profound spirituality and set your soul free, and let's have fun together!!
- Facebook Page: Ami Kyoto
- Instagram: @ami_kyoto
Recently matcha green tea has become very popular all around the world. As you may know, matcha plays a very important role in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. However, learning about Japanese tea ceremony means much more than just learning to make matcha.
Let's find the concept and philosophy behind this performing art. At first, you will learn the basic concepts and ideas of tea ceremony. You will also learn how to behave in a te…
Let's find the concept and philosophy behind this performing art. At first, you will learn the basic concepts and ideas of tea ceremony. You will also learn how to behave in a te…
Kimi's commitment to safety
This host committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines—including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practicing good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
What's included
- Foodwagashi sweets
- DrinksMatcha
- EquipmentTea utensils
From $35
/ person
- 1692 Reviews
- Identity verified
Hi, I'm Kimi. I'm honored to introduce tea ceremony for foreign visitors. I've practiced tea ceremony for 7 years in Yabunouchi School. Our utensils and decorations are supervised and carefully selected by our tea master and my aunt who is also a tea master. I'd love to share how profound the spirituality of tea ceremony is, and how fun it would be adopting it into your daily life!
As we work as a team, please let me introduce our best staff.
-Shoko: I touched tea ceremony for the first time when I was 8 years old. I've taken Urasenke School lessons for 25 years. Please feel the mental richness of our tradition getting away from your busy life.
-Hitomi: It's 10 years since I started to learn tea ceremony in Omotesenke School by my mother's recommendation. Please let me show our traditional, meaningful yet efficient style of tea ceremony.
As we work as a team, please let me introduce our best staff.
-Shoko: I touched tea ceremony for the first time when I was 8 years old. I've taken Urasenke School lessons for 25 years. Please feel the mental richness of our tradition getting away from your busy life.
-Hitomi: It's 10 years since I started to learn tea ceremony in Omotesenke School by my mother's recommendation. Please let me show our traditional, meaningful yet efficient style of tea ceremony.
Hi, I'm Kimi. I'm honored to introduce tea ceremony for foreign visitors. I've practiced tea ceremony for 7 years in Yabunouchi School. Our utensils and decorations are supervised and carefully selected by our tea master and my aunt who is also a tea master. I'd love to share how profound the spirituality of tea ceremony is, and how fun it would be adopting it into your daily life!
As we work as a team, please let me introduce our best staff.
-Shoko: I touched tea ceremony for th…
As we work as a team, please let me introduce our best staff.
-Shoko: I touched tea ceremony for th…
Where you'll be
Ami Kyoto: It is a unique opportunity to be able to spend time inside a traditional Japanese townhouse. Ours is about 80 years old and we think you'll agree it is still beautiful. Please come and immerse yourself in a quaint, yet elegant space. You can also attend the workshops below that are registered with Airbnb!
- Calligraphy Experience in Kyoto Townhouse by Kasho Shirai
- Ikebana Experience in Kyoto Townhouse by Kimiko Yamamoto
- Calligraphy Experience in Kyoto Townhouse by Kasho Shirai
- Ikebana Experience in Kyoto Townhouse by Kimiko Yamamoto
Rated 4.93 out of 5 from 1692 reviews.
I had an absolutely amazing experience at Kimi's tea ceremony and matcha making class. Kimi was warm, welcoming, and answered all of our questions patiently. The class was interactive and informative. I would highly recommend Kimi's tea ceremony to anyone visiting Kyoto.
I had an absolutely amazing experience at Kimi's tea ceremony and matcha making class. Kimi was warm, welcoming, and answered all of our questions patiently. The class was interact…
Super expérience grâce au savoir-faire et à l'hospitalité unique de Kimi. Nous avons été pris en charge dès le début et notre hôte a fait en sorte que nous nous sentions détendus et bien installé pendant toute la cérémonie du thé. Kimi parle dans un anglais parfait et explique très clairmenet le processus et les différents aspects de la cérémonie. Nous avons adoré la voir préparer le thé avec autant de soin et le goût du matcha était incroyable. Elle a même été d'accord de refaire une partie des gestes à la fin de la séance pour que je puisse prendre des photos. Nous reviendrons refaire une cérémonie avec elle la prochaine fois que nous viendrons à Kyoto et vous recommandons ses services les yeux fermés !
Super expérience grâce au savoir-faire et à l'hospitalité unique de Kimi. Nous avons été pris en charge dès le début et notre hôte a fait en sorte que nous nous sentions détendus e…
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Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be canceled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Guest requirements
Up to 8 guests ages 6 and up can attend.
More tips
* Please arrive on time. We cannot allow latecomers to join a session once it has started.