Only Tea Ceremony venue to win the Tripadvisor Travelers Choice Award
four years in a row.
KYOTO MAIKOYA relocated to an old machiya house registered Tangible Cultural Property by the local government. It is a historic townhouse where you can feel the real Japanese culture and enjoy the tea ceremony by gazing at two picturesque Japanese tea gardens.
You will make Green tea (Matcha) in an ancient style tea ceremony room wearing Kimono. Kimono is prepared for both males and females.
Learning about a country through cultural workshops and activities will give you a better understanding of our intricate history, valued social principals and holistic way of life.
Posted By : Afshan_H
We did this as a birthday celebration for my daughter. Dodo was a wonderful host and teacher. We loved getting dressed up and taking pictures in the garden after the ceremony. It was great for a family to enjoy together. Highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-06-28 20:12:37 
Posted By : lauragC2058IK
This was truly a spiritual experience. From the dressing in kimonos, having my hair done in the traditional style, and the reverence of our host as she took is through the rituals of the tea ceremony, we thoroughly enjoyed every moment. Highly recommend!
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Posted On : 2024-06-27 03:22:47 
Posted By : Margaret_S
The whole experience was immersive, cultural and spoken in beautiful English etched with distinct Japanese influences. The ladies were graceful from the Kimono dressing, to styling your hair, taking pictures in the beautiful gardens and delivering the history and etiquette behind a traditional tea ceremony . The sweets were delicious and the Matcha Tea was flavoursome. Absolute must do in Kyoto.
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Posted On : 2024-06-25 05:14:59
Posted By : joseluisoS5042AL
Visiten Kion, tiene un ambiente cálido, y unos platillos deliciosos y no hablar de la atención la señorita Erika es muy amable y te ayuda en todo
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Posted On : 2024-06-24 09:40:36
Posted By : Alex278
Fun experience! Yes it's touristy but it's super fun to get all dressed up and it's a really nice experience we really enjoyed it and got some great photos.
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Posted On : 2024-06-17 17:31:52
Posted By : Skit1
Excellent first experience in Kyoto. Highlights were getting in character by wearing kimonos and the well-organised and information hosts. There are numerous and varied opportunities for photos. The main photo is slightly misleading as the ceremony takes place with around 10 others but it’s very good value overall.
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Posted On : 2024-06-16 21:21:02
Posted By : joel_p
Such a wonderful experience! We learned so much! It was a gift to be dressed Samurai outfits and geisha outfits! Thank you
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Posted On : 2024-06-15 20:22:17
Posted By : anniecH5716XX
This was so much fun! The ladies doing hair and helping us into the kimonos were very fast and did a great job making sure we felt pretty! The tea ceremony, treats and brief history lesson were good! We also had some time to get beautiful photos in the garden area.
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Posted On : 2024-06-15 10:06:55
Posted By : martin n
This was a wonderful experience, both the tea ceremony and donning a kimono. The staff and hostess (Sono) were absolutely fantastic and no problems with the language, they all spoke very good English.You must try this if you visit Kyoto.
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Posted On : 2024-06-11 04:05:24
Posted By : mantravel14
Tea Ceremony in Kyoto - at the entrances in a small and Narrow Street. We were there as a part of a large group and they did have enough space to accommodate the around 30 people. The host explained the history of matcha and the Tea Ceremony and went through the process of the Tea ceremony. The guests were given matcha in a small bowl with hot water with instructions on how to make the Tea from matcha in the traditional manner. Since we were in a group and time was limited, it felt a little rushed.
If in Japan, do attend a Tea Ceremony experience, preferably wearing a Kimono.
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Posted On : 2024-06-10 10:14:23
