Kyoto: Traditional Townhouse Tour, Kimono & Tea Ceremony
ID: GYG420391-767240
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Try on a kimono and learn about Japanese hospitality on a townhouse visit in Kyoto. Relax with soothing matcha green tea in a beautiful traditional tea room.
Visit a traditional Japanese townhouse known as a machiya, and partake in a tea ceremony in traditional attire in Kyoto.
First of all, after you arrive, a kimono made of authentic silk will be quickly fitted for you. Explore the machiya, built in the Meiji period.
After that, discover three storehouses and the six tsuboniwa gardens where you can feel the flow of seasonal wind.
Arrive at the tea ceremony room, Rakuju, and the detached tatami room where Noh plays were performed.
If you want to see how we put on our kimono, please check out the link below!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNAvGd--4t4
Tea is an inseparable part of Japanese culture. Hear an explanation of the tea ceremony in the tea room and watch a tea ceremony performance. Feel as if you were transported back in time to the Meiji period and experience the spirit of Wabi-Sabi.
Feel free to take as many pictures as you like during your stay and experience Japanese culture to the fullest.
Highlights
- Visit a traditional tea house in Kyoto
- Take part in a tea ceremony
- Wear a 100% silk Japanese kimono
- Explore the Machiya to learn about its unique history, art, architecture
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please remember to wear socks. (Please refrain from wearing stockings.)
Please wear clothes that are not too tight around the neck as you will be required to wear a kimono.
12/31-1/1 are closed.
During New Year (12/28-1/5), the price will be 19,500 yen.
Meet at Tondaya -Nishijin Japanese Cultural Experience Museum, 697 Ishiyakushichō, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
