YORIMICHI-YA
Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy Package in a Machiya
Experience tea ceremony and calligraphy in one visit to a historic Kyoto machiya.
This 2-hour cultural experience combines two traditional Japanese arts in one convenient location. Learn the basics of Japanese tea culture, enjoy matcha and traditional Japanese sweets, and try your hand at Japanese calligraphy.
The package is ¥10,300 per person.
What's Included in the Package
Tea Ceremony with Uji Matcha
Begin your experience with a traditional Japanese tea ceremony guided by an experienced instructor. Learn about Japanese tea culture and the basic steps of preparing matcha while enjoying a hands-on experience in our machiya.
The tea ceremony includes a bowl of matcha made with Uji matcha and a traditional Japanese sweet. Rather than simply watching, you will have the opportunity to experience the process yourself and discover the culture behind Japanese tea.
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Japanese Calligraphy (Shodo)
Continue your cultural experience with Japanese calligraphy, known as shodo. An instructor will introduce you to the basic techniques of Japanese brush writing before you create your own piece.
Take your finished calligraphy artwork home with you as a personal souvenir of your time in Kyoto. No previous experience is necessary, and the instructor will guide you through the process step by step.
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Why Book Both Together
Combining tea ceremony and calligraphy allows you to experience two different sides of Japanese culture during a single visit.
Both experiences take place at Yorimichiya, so there is no need to travel between different locations. After learning about tea culture and preparing matcha, you can continue with a hands-on shodo experience in the same traditional machiya.
Each experience lasts approximately one hour, giving you a total of around two hours to enjoy these two traditional Japanese arts. The package is also slightly more affordable than booking the two experiences separately: tea ceremony is ¥6,600 and calligraphy is ¥5,500, while the combined package is ¥10,300 per person.
It is an easy way to enjoy a half-day-style cultural experience while making the most of your time in Kyoto.
How Your Visit Runs
Your visit takes approximately two hours in total, with one hour dedicated to each experience.
The order of the experiences may vary depending on the day. You may begin with the tea ceremony and continue with calligraphy, or start with calligraphy before moving on to the tea ceremony.
Whichever experience comes first, both sessions take place at Yorimichiya and are guided by an instructor. You will have time to learn, participate, and enjoy each activity at a comfortable pace.
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Price and What's Included
The Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy Package is ¥10,300 per person.
The package includes:
A one-hour Japanese tea ceremony
Uji matcha and a traditional Japanese sweet
A one-hour Japanese calligraphy session
Calligraphy materials
Your finished calligraphy artwork to take home
Booking the two experiences together saves ¥1,800 per person compared with booking them separately.
Please check our booking page for the latest availability and cancellation policy.
Who This Package Is For
This cultural experience is suitable for travelers who want to experience more than one aspect of traditional Japanese culture during their time in Kyoto.
It is a good choice for first-time visitors to Japan, couples, families, and friends looking for a hands-on cultural activity. No previous experience with tea ceremony or Japanese calligraphy is required.
If you are traveling with a larger group, we also offer tea ceremony experiences designed for groups.
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Practical Details
Location
The experience takes place at Yorimichiya, a traditional Kyoto machiya located within easy reach of Kyoto Station.
How to get here
What to Wear
There is no special dress code. For the calligraphy session, please keep in mind that ink may stain clothing. We recommend wearing comfortable clothes that you do not mind getting a small amount of ink on.
What to Bring
All materials needed for both experiences are provided. You do not need to bring your own tea or calligraphy equipment.
Seating
All materials needed for both experiences are provided. You do not need to bring your own tea or calligraphy equipment.
Reserve Your Half-Day in Kyoto
Why Yorimichiya
A Historic Kyoto Machiya
Experience Japanese culture inside Yorimichiya, a traditional Kyoto machiya with a history of approximately 150 years. The building retains many of its original features, giving you the opportunity to enjoy tea ceremony and calligraphy in an authentic Japanese setting.
Two Experiences, One Location
Tea ceremony and calligraphy are offered in the same machiya, so you can enjoy both experiences without traveling between venues. This makes it easy to combine two cultural activities into one visit.
Guided in English
The experiences are guided by instructors who introduce Japanese tea culture and calligraphy in English, making it easy for international visitors to follow along and participate.
A Hands-On Cultural Experience
Both experiences are designed to be interactive. You will not simply watch a demonstration—you will learn the basics, participate yourself, and create memories you can take home, including your own calligraphy artwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What Our Guests Say
Our guests come from around the world to discover Japanese culture at Yorimichiya.
Many visitors appreciate being able to participate in a traditional Japanese art rather than simply observing it.
We recommend featuring verified guest reviews from Viator, TripAdvisor, Google to share real experiences from previous guests.
L’activité était vraiment exceptionnelle, aussi bien pour l’expérience de la cérémonie du thé que pour celle de la calligraphie. Un grand merci à toute l’équipe. Je le recommande pour les familles !
Aug, 2026
10/10 experience would absolutely recommend. We did the calligraphy & tea ceremony and it was even better than expected. The entire session is held in a traditional Kyoto style teahouse (very small ceilings duck your head lol) and our host, Mao, was amazing. She took her time with teaching us calligraphy and paid extra attention to making sure that our names were correct which i appreciated. She was also very good with my very tired daughter. The tea ceremony was also an amazing experience as our host is dedicated to the craft. She explained everything in great detail. They are both great at english as well. 10/10 highly recommended
Aug, 2026
YORIMICHI YA truly moved us. The staff's kindness, warmth, and professionalism were exceptional. They allowed us to experience a moment of true Japanese tradition, starting with a Japanese calligraphy lesson, followed by a guided tour of a traditional house, and then a tea ceremony complete with an audiovisual presentation on the history of matcha. It was an immersive and engaging experience. I was truly happy and grateful to have chosen this experience.
Aug, 2026
This was a great experience with tea ceremony and calligraphy in haori. Our hosts are very sweet and knowledgeable. Highly recommend 🍵🖋️
Aug, 2026
Great experience, our time was not rushed, we learned a lot about the history of both calligraphy and tea ceremony. Our hosts were most welcoming and full of enthusiasm and knowledge about Kyoto and the history of matcha and about learning calligraphy.
Aug, 2026
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Guests from around the world visit Yorimichiya to discover Japanese culture through hands-on experiences.
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