A Full Sensory Tea Ceremony Experience in Kyoto

An authentic experience that focuses on mindfulness and immerses guests in the essence of the tea ceremony, held in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse.

What is the Mindful Tea Ceremony at Oboro?

Experience the beauty of tea ceremony through your five senses with authentic setting and equipment.

Top view of a ceramic cup filled with green matcha tea, held by a person's hand over a bamboo mat surface.
A person’s hand holding a matchstick over a small ceramic tea cup on a tatami mat.
Two people sitting in a room with natural light coming through the window, facing sideways, appearing to meditate or focus.
Close-up of a person's hand holding a roughly textured rock over a flame, with smoke rising, in low lighting.
Overhead view of a dark wooden table with a black cup of coffee, a small square art piece with geometric shapes, and three small powdery substances in different shapes and colors, placed on a woven mat surface.
A traditional Japanese tea ceremony setup with a bamboo ladle, a stone tea bowl filled with dark liquid, a bamboo whisk, and a black tray on a tatami mat.
Person holding a wooden ladle, facing the camera, in a dimly lit room with a window to the side.
A man dressed in black sitting on a tatami mat floor in a Japanese-style room, preparing tea with traditional tea utensils, illuminated by soft warm light.

What People Are Saying

“The natural light and tranquil atmosphere were truly memorable.

— Rachel (USA)

“Watching the steam rise as the matcha was prepared felt almost magical”

— Barath (Hungary)

FAQs

  • We primarily conduct the ceremony in English, with additional explanations in Japanese if needed. Even if you speak Japanese, you can rest assured there will be no language barrier.

  • Absolutely! Beginners are more than welcome, and no prior knowledge is required. Our instructors will guide you carefully through each step.

  • There’s no need to force yourself sitting on the floor. Chairs are available, so please let us know either when you make the reservation or on the day itself.

  • Because you’ll be seated on tatami, we recommend that women avoid wearing miniskirts. Also, pants with minimal tightness around the waist are preferable for a more comfortable experience. We provide all necessary items, so you can come empty-handed.

  • In principle, photography and video recording are allowed. However, to help you fully immerse yourself, we designate certain times during which we ask that you refrain from taking pictures or videos. We will explain this on-site. Outdoor photography is also allowed; just be mindful of neighbors as we are located in a residential area.

  • For the shared program, children aged 6 years or older can join. We set this age requirement to maintain a calm atmosphere. If you have younger children, please choose the private program. In that case, we can adapt the experience to suit their age.

  • Cancellations made more than 24 hours before the reservation time: Full refund

    Cancellations made within 24 hours of the reservation time: No refund (100% cancellation fee)

Inquiries

If you are interested in learning more about our Tea Ceremony experiences or have any questions regarding our offerings, please feel free to contact us for any inquiries you may have. We are always here to assist you and provide the information you need.