Camellia Garden’s striking surroundings make ours one of the most beautiful locations to experience tea ceremony in Kyoto. The traditional Japanese house, which sits amongst stunning gardens, is now 100 years old. Once a priva... More

Discover two of Kyoto’s iconic traditions in one experience: a traditional matcha tea ceremony and a full-day kimono rental near Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Choose from a wide selection of kimono styles and colors, and let your experi... More

This program offers a unique opportunity to wear authentic armor and march through Kyoto like a legendary warlord. This all-in-one experience includes creating a personalized calligraphy war fan, professional armor fitting, and ta... More

-Newly opened Tea Experience with Kimono at Gion, operated by Orizuruya, trusted with 90+ Excellent Tripadvisor reviews -Experience multiple key aspects of Japanese culture in one session -Participate in a traditional tea ceremony... More

Ever wondered what your own taste in sake looks like—literally? At My Sake World Kyoto Kawaramachi, you don't just taste sake, you create it. Never tried sake before? Even better—our friendly English-speaking guides walk you t... More

Step into a peaceful, authentic tea ceremony experience in a traditional Kyoto machiya over 130 years old. In this intimate small-group session, you will learn the meaning, history, and philosophy behind Japanese tea culture in a... More

Enjoy an authentic Japanese tea ceremony while wearing a rare antique kimono at a kimono shop with over 120 years of history. This refined cultural experience allows you to immerse yourself in the Japanese spirit of “Omotenashi ... More

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity. What d... More

Japanese food is more than just sushi and teriyaki chicken. In fact, it’s a very diverse and delicious cuisine. Consider ‘Izakaya,’ a style of dining that is comparable to pub or bar food. Now you can learn how to cook trad... More

Enjoy a private Kyoto tea ceremony in a traditional home, guided by an experienced tea master. Learn the meaning behind each movement in a calm, authentic setting. This experience offers rare private access, expert guidance, and ... More

This class goes beyond the usual cooking lesson —you’ll learn the secret plant based ingredient that gives our gyoza its meaty texture, and discover an easy trick for making ramen noodles from scratch, no special equipment nee... More

It is rare to have the experience of processing raw fish from the beginning.By processing fish and eating it as sashimi yourself, you can deepen your enjoyment of food and understanding of Japanese food culture. It is a lot of fu... More

Step into the elegance of Japanese tradition with an authentic kimono and tea ceremony experience in Kyoto. Begin by choosing your favorite kimono from our beautiful collection, with friendly staff helping you dress. Complimentary... More

This private experience takes place in an authentic Kyoto townhouse, offering a rare chance to step inside a real Japanese home. Guests can learn sushi making (nigiri and rolls) and enjoy seasonal home-style dishes that reflect ev... More

Musoshin Ramen Dojo Authentic ramen-making taught by ramen masters Enjoy an authentic ramen-making experience in Gion, Kyoto, created by Musoshin, a popular ramen brand with six locations in Kyoto and Toronto. Musoshin’s Toron... More

Join Midori in her cooking studio for a traditional Japanese cooking lesson. You can choose one of the five set menus she offers. Midori teaches you Japanese dishes with simple and easy recipes that can be easily reproduced at hom... More

Become truly immersed in traditional Japanese culture as you and your party members will enjoy the entire 300-year old historic property to yourselves. We serve organic matcha locally sourced from Kyoto, Uji in a traditional tea r... More

Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of Kyoto with an authentic tea ceremony experience. Held in the tatami room of a 41-year-old traditional sushi restaurant, this activity offers a tranquil setting infused with the essence of... More

This is an activity where even beginners can easily make nigiri sushi. You will be able to experience making sushi using popular sushi ingredients such as tuna and salmon. It will be a once in a lifetime unique experience where yo... More

You can have an Kyoto specific culinary experience in this class. Japan has a long history of vegan cuisine which developed at Buddhist temples. Since killing animals is strictly prohibited in Buddhism, so all the dishes generall... More