Kyoto Tea Ceremony Experience
Short, simple, and beginner-friendly
Enjoy an authentic matcha experience in Kyoto — guided in English and perfect for first-time visitors.
- ✔ 20–30 minutes
- ✔ No experience needed
- ✔ Photo & video allowed
Our Story
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony is beautiful and meaningful. However, many visitors feel it is too formal or difficult to join.
At Kyoto Tea Ceremony & Matcha Making TIA, we created a new style of tea experience — simple, relaxed, and enjoyable.
Our goal is to make tea ceremony accessible to everyone, even for first-time visitors.
Why Choose TIA
- No complicated rules – Easy and beginner-friendly
- No Japanese required – Fully guided in English
- No formal dress needed – Casual and comfortable
- Short experience (20–30 min) – Perfect for travel plans
- Make your own matcha – Fun and hands-on
- Photo & video allowed – Capture your memories
- Kimono rental in the same building – No extra travel time between kimono rental and tea ceremony
Experience Flow
- Welcome & introduction
- Learn simple tea etiquette
- Make your own matcha
- Enjoy with Kyoto sweets
- Take photos
Beginners are very welcome.
Choose Your Style
Traditional Tatami Experience
Enjoy a real Japanese tea ceremony in a tatami room. Perfect for an authentic cultural experience.
Casual Table Style
Relax in a comfortable chair and enjoy matcha easily. Perfect for beginners and families.
Not sure which location to choose?
We recommend Yasaka for a traditional tatami experience.
Kimono & Tea Experience — All in One Place
Make your time in Japan even more special by enjoying a tea ceremony while wearing a kimono from Kyoto Kimono Rental Aiwafuku.
Kimono rental and the tea ceremony are available in the same building. There is no need to travel to another location, so you can save time and enjoy both experiences easily and comfortably.
- ✔ No travel required between the two experiences
- ✔ Convenient and time-saving
- ✔ Perfect for beautiful photos
- ✔ Same-day experience available
A Special Moment in Kyoto
Tea ceremony is not just about drinking tea. It is about respect, connection, and enjoying the present moment.
We hope this experience becomes a beautiful memory of your trip.
Book Your Experience
Same-day booking available
Limited seats