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 : Shan254
This was very special. Had the best time. Learned how to make matcha. My sensei was beautiful and knowledgeable. Wearing kimono was lovely but much better just for an hour rather than tracking around tourist sites in the heat all day. Would recommended for solo travellers, couples and families.
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 20:59:15 
Posted By : matt_a
It was very fast paced from dress up to tea ceremony. Done with many rooms full of large groups. Large staff to help cloth everyone in kimonos. Definitely a shorted modified ceremony. perhaps ok for first time people and get photos.
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Posted On : 2024-06-30 10:29:45 
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
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