Begin your day by visiting one of Kyoto's most famous temples, the glorious Kodaiji in the Higashiyama district. With 400-years of history, the lavish buildings and beautiful Zen gardens are the perfect setting for today's sado - or tea ceremony.
Meet the tea master who will explain the history of green tea in Japan and its relationship with Zen Buddhism, before entering a sub-temple of Kodaiji that is normally off-limits to the public. Learn about the significance of each step and motion involved in the ceremony itself, before sampling the bitter concoction and accompanying traditional sweets. Following this unforgettable event, take a guided stroll around the surrounding historic neighbourhood - making your way up the shop-lined stone steps to the famous wooden balcony of Kiyomizudera temple.
As this is a very exclusive experience, we cannot guarantee availability during high season or for last-minute trips.
We offer tailor-made holidays to suit a wide range of tastes. Our experts Emma and Fenton are dedicated to all things Japan and are here to help you plan your perfect trip.
A self-confessed ramen lover and hiking enthusiast, Emma fell hard for Japan’s food and lush countryside. She’s full of ideas for getting off the well-trodden trail and soaking up the quieter, greener side of this one-of-a-kind country.
Fenton’s passion for Japan runs deep – he’s studied the language, explored all corners of the country from Hokkaido to Kyushu, and even named his cat Kyoto. If you want an expert who lives and breathes the place, he’s your guy.
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