Explore Kyoto’s Gion, savor matcha, and experience a traditional tea ceremony. Discover wabi-sabi through art, pottery, and serene Zen gardens.
- Gion - The first attraction allows you to learn the history of Japanese tea and how it is made.
- Kennin-ji Temple - Kenninji Temple awaits you. Have a look at the historical Temple that has been standing for centuries
- 24 Tsukimichō - Now have a look at what tea masters use to make their tea and what they pour their tea into.
- Ishibe Alley - This lane holds cultural and historical significance.
- Kyoto Rakusai - Perhaps a Kyoto souvenir to take home?
- Entoku-in - A tranquil Buddhist temple renowned for its hand-painted sliding doors and beautifully illuminated landscaped grounds.
- 永楽善五郎 作品売舗 - Take a look at some more artisan products from Kyoto that may pique your interest.
- Tea Ceremony Chayu - End the tour with a tea-making experience in a real tea house!
- Entrance fee of 2 temples included
- Photos during a tour
- An English-speaking guide
- Tea Ceremony Experience
- Additional Food and Drinks
After meeting at Gion-Shijo Station, we will stroll through the historical district of Gion, visiting a famous matcha shop and the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto, where a local guide will explain the history of the tea ceremony. Admire wabi-sabi tea bowls at a traditional pottery shop, view Japanese paintings and karesansui (dry landscape zen garden) at a quiet temple, and learn and feel about wabi-sabi from your guide and many Japanese artworks! Based on the knowledge of Wabi-Sabi learned through the city walk, you will experience tea ceremony under a tea master at last. Choose a tea bowl according to season and taste, enjoy Japanese sweets, and immerse yourself in the deep culture of matcha green tea and the tea ceremony.
- Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
- Out of respect for our other guests and to ensure the best tour for everyone, we must start the tour on time. Please note that if you are late for more than 15 minutes than meeting time (10 mins before the tour starting time), you will not be able to join the tour, get refund or rescheduled. The tour might be cancelled in case of unsuitable weather for safety reasons. You do not need to pay for the guide’s food and drinks. Please note that there might be other participants
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
