Kimono Dressing & Garden Walk (45 minutes)

• Begin your experience in a traditional Kyoto machiya (townhouse), where you'll be dressed in a beautiful silk kimono with a coordinating obi sash by a professional stylist.

• Once dressed, enjoy a short stroll through a nearby temple or garden such as Kennin-ji or Shōsei-en, perfect for seasonal photos and quiet reflection in a classic Kyoto setting.

Traditional Tea Ceremony in a Tatami Tea Room (1 hour)

• Take part in an authentic cha-no-yu (tea ceremony) led by a Kyoto tea master.

• Observe the precise, meditative preparation of matcha, and learn proper etiquette as a guest.

• Savor a cup of tea paired with handcrafted wagashi (Japanese sweets) in a serene tatami-mat tea room.

Calligraphy Class in a Historic Venue (1 hour)

• Try your hand at shodō (Japanese calligraphy) guided by a skilled local instructor.

• Practice writing seasonal kanji characters using a brush and suzuri inkstone.

• Learn about the Zen principles that shape this reflective art form—and take home your work as a personal keepsake.

Cultural Conversation with Kyoto-Style Tea & Snacks (45 minutes)

• Unwind with a cup of sencha and light Kyoto-style okashi (sweets) as you engage in guided conversation about:

  • Seasonal customs

  • Local festivals

  • Spiritual and historical roots of Japanese culture

• Ask questions, share reflections, and enjoy a calm moment of cultural connection.

Optional Add-Ons:

• Gion District Stroll – Explore the cobbled lanes of Gion and hear stories of Kyoto’s modern and geisha heritage.

• Private Geisha Dance or Shamisen Performance – Arrange an intimate viewing of a traditional dance or musical performance.

• Pottery Experience – Try making your own ceramic piece in one of Kyoto’s artisan studios.