Kyoto Nishiki Market Area: Tea Ceremony Experience in a 100-Year-Old Machiya

This tea ceremony experience takes place in a machiya townhouse over 100 years old, located in the Nishiki Market area of Kyoto. The session follows the traditions of Japanese chado, the way of tea, conducted in a preserved wooden merchant house typical of the city's pre-modern commercial districts. Kyoto has been the centre of formal tea culture since the 16th century, when masters such as Sen no Rikyu codified the practice under the patronage of the imperial court.

Participants are guided through the preparation and presentation of matcha using traditional utensils, with instruction covering the etiquette, seasonal themes, and philosophy behind each step. The setting includes tatami rooms and period furnishings consistent with machiya architecture. Tickets cover the full ceremony session, with most formats including wagashi sweets served alongside the tea. Check available time slots and group size options when booking.