Kyoto, JapanKyoto for art & culture lovers
Soak up Kyoto's art and culture with tours and experiences that offer a glimpse into the local tapestry. These experiences are tailor-made to satisfy your cultural curiosity.
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Top experiences in Kyoto
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Slide 1 of 1, Sumo wrestlers grappling at Asakusa Sumo Club, Tokyo.
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Slide 1 of 1, Geisha performing with fans in traditional attire, Kyoto.
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Slide 1 of 1, Sumo wrestlers competing at The Sumo Hall Hirakuza in Osaka.
Slide 1 of 1, Kimono-clad women participating in a tea ceremony at a traditional Japanese house.
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Slide 1 of 1, Master presenting steaming tea cup during traditional ceremony.
Slide 1 of 1, Kimono-clad woman in traditional Kyoto machiya during tea ceremony.
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¥27,000Slide 1 of 1, Maiko performing matcha tea ceremony in Kyoto.
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Slide 1 of 1, Hands holding a bowl of matcha tea with a whisk and tea set on a table in Tokyo.
Slide 1 of 1, Tea ceremony demonstration in Kyoto Karasuma area with participants observing.
Slide 1 of 1, Tea ceremony in traditional kimono inside historic Machiya townhouse.
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Slide 1 of 1, Participants crafting traditional Japanese sweets in a workshop setting.
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¥1,870Slide 1 of 1, Maiko performing tea ceremony in traditional attire during cultural experience in Kyoto.
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Slide 1 of 1, Sumo wrestlers performing at Kyoto Sumo Entertainment Show.
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Slide 1 of 1, Tea ceremony participant preparing matcha in traditional Japanese room.
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Slide 1 of 1, Woman in kimono holding parasol in Kyoto Arashiyama.
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Slide 1 of 1, Entrance gate of Nijo Castle in Kyoto, Japan, with ornate wooden carvings and gold accents.
Kyoto Temples & Castle Guided Tour: Arashiyama, Nijo Castle, Fushimi Inari, and Kinkakuji from Kyoto
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Slide 1 of 1, Woman participating in a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto, holding a tea bowl.
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Slide 1 of 1, Whisking matcha in a bowl on a bamboo tray.
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Slide 1 of 1, Maiko performs traditional dance with a fan for an audience in Kyoto, Japan.
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Slide 1 of 1, Guide demonstrating matcha making process in traditional Japanese tea room.
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Slide 1 of 1, Tourists in traditional attire outside a Japanese tea ceremony venue.
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Slide 1 of 1, Pouring hot tea into a traditional pot during a private tea ceremony.
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Slide 1 of 1, Yasaka Shrine entrance illuminated at night with cherry blossoms, Kyoto, Japan.
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What our guests say
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Angie K
GreeceCouple
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Amazing experience, lovely staff, enjoyable experience meeting a geiko San, photos were allowed which was truly important to cherish the moment!!Strongly recommend the experience!!
Kyoto: Hands-On Matcha Tea Ceremony with a Real Maiko
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Joanna P
PolandCouple
5/5
I loved all ceremony from the beginning to the end. We are in love with the lady who was the instructor of macha preparation :) Also calligraphy was very interesting and we were enjoying it a lot. In resume, everything was perfect!
Kyoto Gion Area: Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Orizuruya
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Emma W
United KingdomGroup
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Really great fun - you get a mix of seeing training styles and some bouts at the end too. Audience members can go in a ballot to participate. The snack bag was a good souvenir.
The Sumo Hall Hirakuza Osaka Admission Ticket
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Claudine H
United StatesCouple
5/5
I loved when they dressed us up so professionally and the pictures were great and there was this girl a worker and she explained to us the traditional things and we did the tea ceremony it was so fun we had a great time!
Kyoto Imperial Palace Area: Kimono Tea Ceremony in a 140-Year-Old Machiya
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Pascal R
CanadaCouple
5/5
I'll definitely recommend it to anyone. Its entertaining and the staff are amazing. Asanojo and asaminato are really funny.
Premium Sumo Show with Wagyu Dinner, Unlimited Drinks & Geisha Dance · Asakusa
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Eleni V
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This was a fantastic experience that I highly recommend to anyone visiting Kyoto! We went for an afternoon show and it was a lovely experience. We learned about the history and daily practices of Geishas and Maikos, as well as got to experience a live performance from one of the few Maikos left in Kyoto!
Kyoto: Sit with a Real Geisha – Tea Ceremony, Traditional Dance & Snacks
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Georgina B
AustraliaCouple
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We had a beautiful time at this Maiko performance. Kosome was outstanding, and we learned so much about this stunning artform. Thank you for sharing your time and talents with us.
MEET MAIKO: Meet & Greet, Maiko Show and Experience
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Albert D
United StatesGroup
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The matcha and sweets were great. I loved our instructor on the 4th floor. I understand there is not to be done about the scenery, but a more serene environment, maybe outdoors, would really make it more enjoyable. I think people would be willing to travel further for the added benefit.
Osaka Dotonbori Area: Tea Ceremony & Matcha-Making Experience
