Kyoto Tea Ceremony at Camellia Flower Teahouse
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The Kyoto Tea Ceremony at Camellia Flower Teahouse lasts 45 minutes and is led by English-speaking tea instructors. The ceremony takes place inside the Camellia Flower Teahouse, where guests are provided with all necessary utensils, including tea bowls, tea scoops, and tea whisks, to prepare their own bowl of Matcha green tea. The session begins with an introduction to the tea-making process, followed by step-by-step guidance on preparing Matcha. Guests are encouraged to ask questions about the tea ceremony and Japanese tea culture throughout the experience. The teahouse offers chairs and tables for guests who find sitting on the floor difficult. All sweets served during the ceremony are vegan, nut-free, and gluten-free. Photography is permitted during the ceremony, but flash photography is not allowed and guests should be considerate of others. Kimono rental is available upon request for an additional fee, but wearing a kimono is not required. Children under six years old are not allowed to participate in either shared or private ceremonies.
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Itinerary
At the start of your session, your host will welcome you with a brief introduction to the world of matcha. Tea ceremony lies at the heart of Japanese culture, and to enjoy this centuries old ritual will provide a deeper understanding of the history, architecture and tastes of Kyoto. Before performing an authentic tea ceremony, your personal instructor will explain a little about the steps involved in the ceremony, the utensils used and the importance of the rooms decoration and layout. Guests will enjoy a seasonal sweet with their tea, and there is plenty of time for asking questions and chatting with the host. The experience ends with each guest having the opportunity to make their own bowl of frothy matcha, mastering the basics of tea making. We want your time with us to be a rich and enjoyable one, and to that end we encourage guests to not only participate but actively ask any questions they might have about Japan and tea ceremony. All our instructors speak English fluently and hail from one of Kyoto's three main schools of tea ceremony. At Camellia authenticity and inclusivity are very important, and we strive to provide memories our guests will treasure.
45 min
Meeting point
We are located down an alley that branches from the main thoroughfare of Ninenzaka in Higashiyama. The simplest way to find us is to head to the Park Hyatt hotel. Opposite the hotel is a Studio Ghibli store. The alleyway is located just to the left of the store.
End point
We are located down an alley that branches from the main thoroughfare of Ninenzaka in Higashiyama. The simplest way to find us is to head to the Park Hyatt hotel. Opposite the hotel is a Studio Ghibli store. The alleyway is located just to the left of the store.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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