Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Authentic Cultural Experience

Immerse yourself in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto. Choose your favorite kimono, learn about kimono patterns, and enjoy a performance by a professional tea master.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Tea Ceremony - Caren - - At Tea Ceremony – Caren in Kyoto, guests are invited into a tranquil and sophisticated environment where Japanese tradition is revealed with gentle grace. Adorned in a beautifully crafted, high-quality kimono, visitors can enjoy a peaceful moment that embodies Kyoto’s timeless elegance. Before the ceremony begins, there is…
What's Included
  • Professional instructor
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Meal Options
  • Japanese Sweets - 1, Serve Japanese Sweets
    2,Serve Powered green Tea
Additional Information

The unique experience at Tea Ceremony – Caren in Kyoto is characterized by a harmonious blend of authenticity, elegance, and personalized attention. Guests are welcomed into a tranquil, sophisticated environment and dressed in exquisitely crafted kimonos, allowing them to fully embrace the timeless allure of Kyoto. Prior to the ceremony, there is ample…

Location
Tea Ceremony - Caren -
Tea ceremony-CAREN From Kitaoji Station: walk west 25 min. From Kitaoji or Kyoto Station: take Bus 205 or 206 to Funaokayama. Cross the street, go through the red gate, and walk 200m north to CAREN.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Elisheva_r
Jan 13, 2026
Amazing experience if you have never done e a tea ceremony or dressed in a kimono - If you have never done a formal tea tasting or dressed in traditional Japanese clothing, this is a must do experience!! Great photo ops, delicious matcha tea, great explanations of everything, overall a great experience! My only complaint was it was a little hard to find because the directions from the address they gave us in the email when plugged into Apple Maps took us to the wrong location. But if you read the email, the description of being next to the dog and cat hospital got us these.
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Sydney_c
Dec 29, 2025
Highly recommend. I did... - Highly recommend. I did this with my family because my grandmother has always wanted to do a traditional tea ceremony. We were all able to dress in beautiful Kimono's, they styled our hair, helped us take pictures, and then led a group tea ceremony where one person from the group was able to make the tea themselves at the end. Could not recommend enough, amazing experience.
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Michael_c
Dec 20, 2025
Lovely Tea Ceremony with Tea Master - Such an intimate and unforgettable experience. The attention to detail was incredible, the kimonos were perfect, and the tea master’s expertise truly blew us away. Highly recommend.
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Rosemarie_s
Dec 19, 2025
Amazing - 12/10! Such a beautiful experience and honestly a highlight of our trip. Everyone was incredibly kind and welcoming, and the ceremony felt truly authentic and special, not touristy at all. They took their time explaining everything, answer questions, & take pictures. They’re were so thoughtful & even sent us home with a beautiful gift since we were on our honeymoon. You could really feel the care and heart behind the experience would recommend to anyone visiting Japan. Thank you again!
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28igors
Dec 19, 2025
Outstanding - Beautiful experience!! From being outfitted into kimono's to the tea ceremony, it was just perfect. Wonderful people that take care of every detail!
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Nicole_a
Dec 9, 2025
Beautiful Experience! - This tea ceremony was such a lovely experience. We were dressed in kimono and our hair was done super efficiently (I recommend having an idea of what color you want to wear because they ask you which one you like and waste no time!). Once we were dressed, the host took us into a room and talked us through posing and took lots of pictures for us. I wasn't expecting that, but it was great! He also translated and explained everything the tea master did during the tea ceremony, as well as providing historical context. It was really beautiful and calming. Every movement is so considered and nothing is rushed. We got to enjoy a cup of tea and two traditional sweets. Our tea ceremony had 5 groups of 2-3 people and one person from each group got to go up and make the tea with the tea master's guidance. A little daunting, but ultimately very fun! It was such a unique experience, and I'm deeply grateful that they are willing to share this experience with tourists. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Kyoto! Thank you!
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Kathy_f
Dec 6, 2025
Excellent. Learned a lot.... - Excellent. Learned a lot. Enjoyed the ceremony and the kimono. If you are interested in tea, this is a must do.
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John_d
Dec 3, 2025
This was a lovely... - This was a lovely experience. Getting dressed in a kimono and taking part in a traditional tea ceremony made the event feel special and authentic. It was a beautiful way to get a bit of understanding for Japanese culture, and I recommend taking part in one.
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Chana_m
Nov 27, 2025
Such an amazing... - Such an amazing experience - informative and engaging! Wonderful hostesses! Be present and enjoy the moment…you won’t regret it!
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Rene_c
Nov 26, 2025
Absolute Magical... - Absolute Magical Experience!! Highly Recommended! Must do in Kyoto! Worth every penny. Everything was as described.
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From $94
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).