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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple

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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple
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Top rated
4.875206 out of 5 stars
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4.875206 out of 5 stars
2428 reviews

Experience the true art of tea drinking by taking part in this tea ceremony at Jotokuji temple. Learn about the ancient ritual of tea drinking and it's social significance in Japanese culture.

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Duration 70 minutes
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Limited to 10 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

C
Cibelle – Germany

Amazing experience, one of the best ones we had in Japan. I even bought my own matcha kit to start to prepare it for myself

T
Tim – Thailand

Great experience. Love it. The hosts are wonderful!

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Highlights

  • Take part in a traditional Japanese tea drinking ceremony
  • Marvel at the architecture of the Jotokuji Temple
  • Get the chance to experience this ancient ceremony.

Full description

Start your tea ceremony experience by entering through the main gates of the Jotoku-ji Temple. You will pass the entrance to the Grand Tearoom on your left and a shop next to it and meet at the nearby red benches where your guide awaits. Whilst walking through the temple you are free to admire the architecture and stand by the purification fountain. Weather permitting, you are free to sit at the red benches and for a break. In the event of rain you can stand outside under the gable of the shop or wait in the Grand Tearoom. Once you have finished perusing the temple or sitting on the red benches taking in the atmosphere you are able to enter the Grand Tearoom where your instructor waits for you. 

Start your tour of the Temple with a traditional purification ritual, a completely unique and insightful experience for Western visitors. Afterwards you will remove your shoes at the entrance of the Grand Tearoom and in your group, proceed inside to take your seat. Get the chance to sample matcha tea at its best. The Tea Master will guide you throughout, showing and explaining every step of the way. Throughout the ceremony you will be taught the fine art of drinking matcha tea and learn about the importance of the ceremony.

Includes

  • Tour guide
  • Chanoyu workshop ceremony
  • Meals
  • Kimono (can be rented separately)

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Tea Ceremony Juan: 556, Gojo-sagaru, Tominokoji Dori, Shimogyo-Ku, Kyoto. Once inside the Temple you face the Main Hall. Look to the left and you will see a few steps that give access the tea room.

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  • Please note that the Temple is wheelchair accessible but the tearoom is not because there are three steps
  • For those not comfortable sitting on the floor in the traditional position seats and stools can be provided
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Cibelle – GermanyMay 13, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing experience, one of the best ones we had in Japan. I even bought my own matcha kit to start to prepare it for myself
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Tim – ThailandMay 13, 2025 – Verified booking
Great experience. Love it. The hosts are wonderful!
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Patrick – GermanyMay 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Two very sympathetic hosts; one welcomed us and showed us the traditional ceremony, while the other explained its history and meaning. This was very interesting and we enjoyed it greatly. It was a fun and educational experience.

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