What comes to mind when you think of Zen? Before engaging in Zen meditation, a local guide will lead you to a garden where you can immerse yourself in the essence of Zen. "Zen" is an inherently esoteric Buddhist concept, even for... More

Welcome to Kaori’s kitchen! You can make sushi with Kaori in her beautiful kitchen at home. This hideaway is located in a back alley in the center of Kyoto. She is an experienced instructor who has been holding cooking classes... More

A Master Cutler and your chef guide will invite you to sharpen your own santoku knife, which you can take home as a cherished memento at the conclusion of the workshop. Our goal is for you to not only acquire knowledge but also to... More

It’s hard to get more traditional than the Japanese bento box. In a way, it’s the perfect meal: it might include an egg roll, rice, pickled vegetables, breaded chicken and even nourishing miso soup, each in its own section of ... More

Step into the Matcha capital, Uji, and experience the heart of Japan's finest green tea. Walking through the famous Byodo-in temple, known for its appearance on the 10-yen coin, you will grind tea leaves into matcha powder and dri... More

•Experience chanoyu, the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, in an authentic tea room •Enjoy premium Kyoto sweets and the finest matcha •Try making your own matcha with hands-on guidance •View authentic, formal tea utensils... More

Even when Kyoto's major tourist sites such as Kinkaku-ji Temple,Ginkaku-ji Temple,and Kiyomizu-dera Temple are closed at night,you can still enjoy Japan! The candle light flickers in the pitch black room. You can enjoy a tea cere... More

One of the highlights of our tea ceremony is the opportunity for you to make your own tea if you wish. Under the expert guidance of our seasoned teacher, you’ll learn the intricate steps involved in preparing matcha, from whiski... More

You will experience a special authentic Kyoto culture in Kyoto. While there are many kimono rental salons in Kyoto that cater to tourists, Umesakura is a kimono rental store that offers an authentic kimono dressing experience tha... More

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

We are located in the heart of Kyoto, just a 12-minute walk from Kyoto Station and a 2-minute walk from Nishi Honganji Temple. Our facility is a beautifully renovated traditional Japanese house that dates back 130 years. We have t... More

お寿司を作ります 手を洗います •握り寿司のシャリを作ってみましょう •ネタをのせます •お好みでわさびをつけます •シャリにネタを乗せて、一つ完成です •次... More

On this cultural experience, you will have a full experience of wearing traditional Japanese kimono and a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. You will learn all you need to know about the tea ceremony from a friendly English-speaki... More

First, you will begin by making yourself a type of Japanese traditional sweet called "Nerikiri". You will start the making process from the coloring of the white bean paste. You will continue with the Tea ceremony experience using... More

Join your host Aki for a hands-on cooking lesson in her beautiful kitchen, get secret tips for familiar classics like miso soup, and learn to make dishes you won't be able to find in restaurants! Aki will provide you with recipe... More

Step into Kyoto’s culinary world and make ramen from scratch in this hands-on class! Learn to prepare delicious ramen, crispy gyoza, and flavorful fried rice, a beloved trio in Japanese cuisine. Whether you're a beginner or a co... More

Explore the local neighborhood street market (Demachiyanagi Shoutengai) with your host Aki and discover everything from basic Japanese ingredients to high-quality, regional produce. You'll walk through the market together and pic... 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

Our cooking lessons are held in an authentic Japanese style house. You will experience the feeling of being invited over for lunch by a friend in Japanese culture. This is a great opportunity for all tourists coming to Japan. Ou... More

Our tea ceremony session is held in an authentic Japanese style room at a local house. Tea ceremony is formal, but you will also experience the feeling of being invited over for a cup of tea by a friend in Japan. This is a great o... More