[Kyoto] Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Meditation: Make Your Matcha with a Tea Master

• Experience the nostalgic warmth of a traditional Japanese matcha ceremony
• Relax on a tatami floor as your host demonstrates the preparation of tea
• Learn how to make matcha by yourself in utensils crafted by skilled artisans
• Be mesmerized by the architecture and design of a 100-year-old townhouse
• Browse through a selection of authentic handicrafts to take home a souvenir
• NOTE: To fully enjoy the aroma of matcha and ensure a pleasant experience for everyone, please refrain from wearing perfumes or colognes.

Step into a 100-year-old traditional townhouse, where the scent of tatami and a calm atmosphere invite you to slow down. Guided by a host trained in the Omotesenke tradition—one of Japan’s most respected tea ceremony schools—you’ll learn the graceful and mindful art of preparing matcha. With gentle and entertaining guidance, you’ll make your own bowl of matcha, discovering the techniques and etiquette that transform tea-making into a peaceful ritual. Enjoy your matcha with a traditional sweet and take time to savor the moment. Our English-speaking tea masters welcome questions and conversation, helping you connect more deeply with Japanese culture. Using authentic, handcrafted utensils by skilled artisans, we share an experience rooted in tradition—one to remember and take home in spirit.