Oboro | Mindful Tea Ceremony in a 100-Year-Old Kyoto Teahouse
Upon arrival, you’ll step into a softly lit room where gentle candlelight replaces harsh overhead lights, creating a relaxing ambiance. Our host will greet you, store your belongings if needed, and briefly introduce the ceremony’s flow. Next, you’ll settle on comfortable seats and enjoy a welcome tea with accompanying sweets, letting the warm flavors guide your mind toward calm. Then, you’ll move to the main tearoom, designed to minimize distractions and heighten your awareness of subtle details, like the soothing sound of water simmering or the faint aroma of fresh matcha.
What’s included
English-speaking guide
Food and beverage
Tea
Not included
Transport
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Confirmation
- You’ll get confirmation within minutes. If you don’t see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
- Participants will not be allowed to enter the session if more than 10 minutes late.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infant seats unavailable
- Participants must be at least 6 years old to join this experience.
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- In summer, we perform a tea ceremony using chilled water and ice.
50min Duration
Please select a participation date
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Eligibility
- Participants must be aged 6+ to participate in this activity
- Children aged 12+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
- Serene Candlelit Setting: Immerse yourself in a peaceful, softly lit teahouse designed to awaken your senses and encourage mindfulness
- Thoughtful Ritual and High Quality Matcha Tea: Experience a traditional tea ceremony with hand picked matcha, where each step—from utensil preparation to tea whisking—is performed with care and intention
- Mindful Transition from Daily Life: Begin with welcome tea and sweets as you gradually shift your awareness from everyday life to the calming present moment
- Kindly arrive at least 10 minutes before the ceremony. Late arrivals exceeding 10 minutes may not participate.
Additional information
- For safety reasons, this activity is not recommended for pregnant women, individuals with back problems, or those with heart conditions Prohibitions & Limitations
- Pets are prohibited Accessibility
- This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Meet at location
Address
- 〒602-0053 Kyoto, Kamigyo Ward, Nakaogawachō, 237
- Please refer to the map for assistance
- How to get there: 8 minutes walking from Imadegawa Station