Kyoto Matcha Experience京都の抹茶体験

21/07/2026

The Bamboo Whisk Changed Everything

Our guests expected to use a small handheld milk frother, similar to the ones often used for making lattes at home.

Instead, they discovered the traditional Japanese bamboo whisk, known as a chasen.

They were surprised that this simple handmade tool, used in Japan for centuries, could create a beautiful layer of matcha foam using only quick, gentle movements of the wrist.

For many visitors, a Kyoto matcha experience is not only about drinking tea.

It is also about discovering that traditional Japanese tools, skills, and customs are still being carefully preserved today.

That small moment of surprise often becomes one of the most memorable parts of their journey through Kyoto.

At our private matcha experience near Kyoto Station, guests can prepare premium Uji matcha themselves using a traditional bamboo whisk.

The experience is conducted in English, requires no previous tea ceremony experience, and is limited to one private group of up to four guests.

Advance booking is recommended.

Book your Kyoto Matcha Experience here:

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21/07/2026

【Private Matcha Experience in Kyoto】

Looking for a private matcha experience in Kyoto?

Our experience welcomes only one private group at a time, with a maximum of four guests.

Everything is explained in English, so no previous tea ceremony experience is needed. Children are also welcome.

Located near Kyoto Station and Toji Station, it is a relaxing cultural experience for families, couples, honeymooners, and friends.

Only two private sessions are available each day.

28/05/2026

A cat practicing matcha whisking with its tail?! 🍵🐈
​Welcome to WOW KYOTO (Kyoto Matcha Experience Waon), an exclusive private Zen sanctuary near Kyoto Station tailored for sophisticated cultural connoisseurs.
​✨ Our Special Assistant: K-chan the Rescue Cat
Please note, we are NOT a chaotic cat cafe. We are a serene cultural space. Our gentle rescue cat, K-chan, serves as our quiet assistant, peacefully watching over your ritual and adding deep comfort (ASMR/Chill) to your zen experience!
​Bring a piece of Kyoto to your home while you wait to fly here. When the fuel surcharges drop, bring your love for matcha straight to our tea room in Kyoto.
​👇 Get your own Matcha set & Initial Charm Chasen here!

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​■ Limited to 3 groups daily for absolute privacy.
■ English OK / No formal sitting (seiza) required.

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06/01/2026

At the end of the year, we had wonderful guests visiting us all the way from Lebanon in the Middle East.
They shared that one of their relatives lives in Tokyo, and they were able to speak a little Japanese as well.
We enjoyed chatting about tea, and they mentioned that matcha—and even hojicha—has become very popular recently.
They clearly have a deep appreciation for Japanese culture, and they were especially delighted when they changed into hakama and samue. Their smiles at that moment were truly memorable.
They prepared matcha themselves and enjoyed both classic matcha and matcha lattes together.
They seemed to have a lovely, relaxed time, savoring each cup.
They also really loved the initial charm attached to their bamboo whisk (chasen), which made the experience feel even more special for them.
It was a joyful and heartwarming moment to share Japanese tea culture with guests who genuinely appreciate it.

京都の抹茶体験
Only 9 min walk from Kyoto Station / 2 min from To-ji Temple Station
📲 English-friendly booking 24/7 via Google or our official site.
Same-day bookings → phone confirmation only.

Book your private session here ↓
https://kyotomatchaexperience.square.site/

21/12/2025

Looking for a peaceful way to start 2026 in Kyoto? ⛩️🍵
​While the New Year in Kyoto is vibrant and exciting, it can also be very crowded. We invite you to step away from the noise and experience a moment of true serenity.
​Our "Year-End & New Year Matcha Experience" is designed for those who want to "reset" during their journey. It’s more than just tea; it’s a private, hands-on session where you can focus on the present moment.
​Exclusive Availability:
To keep the experience intimate and quiet, we only host 2 private groups per day.
​[Schedule]
・Jan 2nd – 4th: Open until 3:00 PM
・Dec 31st: Open until 3:00 PM
・Jan 1st: Closed

​Many guests tell us this was the most "grounding" part of their trip. We would love to be part of your New Year's story in Japan.

​👇 Check availability and book here:
[Booking ]
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19/12/2025

🇹🇼 A story from our guests visiting from Taiwan
We recently welcomed three female friends visiting from Taiwan and asked what inspired them to join our matcha experience.
Matcha is very familiar in Taiwan, and they told us they already loved it.
However, after drinking matcha at cafés in Japan, they felt that it tasted completely different—and much more delicious—even though it was still matcha.
When they saw matcha being whisked with a bamboo whisk right in front of them, they wondered:
“Could the way matcha is prepared be what changes the flavor?”
Curious to learn more, they searched for a place where they could be taught properly and found our studio.
While saying, “This is harder than it looks!” and “My arm is getting tired,”
the matcha they carefully whisked themselves turned out to be very delicious.
With bright smiles, they told us,
“It’s even better than a Starbucks matcha latte!”
A truly charming trio and a lovely moment to share 🍵

京都の抹茶体験
Only 9 min walk from Kyoto Station / 2 min from To-ji Temple Station
📲 English-friendly booking 24/7 via Google or our official site.
Same-day bookings → phone confirmation only.

Book your private session here ↓
https://kyotomatchaexperience.square.site/

เดินเพียง 9 นาทีจากสถานีเกียวโต / 2 นาทีจากสถานีโทจิ
📲 รองรับการจองเป็นภาษาอังกฤษตลอด 24 ชั่วโมงผ่าน Google หรือเว็บไซต์ทางการของเรา
สำหรับการจองในวันเดียวกัน → กรุณายืนยันทางโทรศัพท์เท่านั้น

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15/12/2025

A Kyoto matcha experience…?
Yesterday, I went to Kyoto Station for the first time in a while.

I decided to take a short break and went into a café—something I don’t usually do.
Since I prepare matcha for myself on a regular basis, it’s not something particularly special to me anymore.

So instead of ordering matcha,
I chose a drink called “strawberry tea”—
a slightly stylish choice (though calling myself a “girl” at this age might be a bit shameless).

At the table in front of me were some lovely young women who seemed to be visiting from out of town.
They ordered what appeared to be matcha lattes.

The color was incredibly green.
At first, I thought,
“Wow, this café even serves green smoothies.”
But it turned out to be matcha.

It was served in a large heat-resistant glass, with a straw.
I couldn’t help wondering which category it belonged to,
but the bold look suggested a powerful caffeine boost.

Maybe this is exactly what you need to keep your energy up while exploring Kyoto.

Watching young people enjoy matcha so casually felt surprisingly interesting to me.

14/12/2025

She visited with her mother —
a brilliant doctor from South America, full of energy and curiosity.

They enjoyed whisking matcha together,
chose a natsume to take home,
and were heading next to a beauty expo in Korea.

Matcha is not just tea.
It’s clean, gentle caffeine —
the kind that supports focus, travel, and movement.

Wishing them a vibrant journey ahead. 🍵






#京都の抹茶体験

Only 9 min walk from Kyoto Station / 2 min from To-ji Temple Station
📲 English-friendly booking 24/7 via Google or our official site.
Same-day bookings → phone confirmation only.

Book your private session here ↓
https://kyotomatchaexperience.square.site/

06/12/2025

A lovely couple from Texas visited our Kyoto Matcha Experience recently.
When I asked whether matcha is popular in Texas, they laughed and said:

“Matcha is trending everywhere in the U.S.—we love it. But in Texas, it’s surprisingly hard to buy real matcha. And if we order online, the bags are huge, almost industrial-sized… and cost more than 40,000 yen.”

They showed me the instructions that came with the American matcha they had purchased.
It said, “Use a large amount for better color and flavor.”
When they read that, they were shocked.

I explained that for authentic Japanese matcha used in tea ceremony:

A light matcha is made with about 3–6 g

A stronger matcha uses 8–10 g

You never need a large amount because true matcha is naturally vibrant and flavorful

They were amazed.
“What is happening with the matcha sold in America?” they asked with an incredulous smile.

At our studio, we use 100% pure, stone-milled Uji matcha, ground slowly by hand-operated mills.
Because the powder is extremely fine and each grain is uniform in weight, it dissolves instantly and creates a smooth, silky froth.
This is completely different from mass-produced “culinary matcha,” which often has uneven particle sizes and requires much more powder to achieve flavor or color.

I told them that our matcha is made specifically for tea ceremony—not for cooking—so it has depth, aroma, body, and a beautiful finish.
Hearing this, they said:

“We had no idea. Now we’re wondering… what have we been drinking all this time in America?”

When they whisked their own bowl of matcha for the first time, their faces lit up.

“This tastes so much better than anything we’ve tried back home. I suddenly feel like a matcha master!”
They laughed proudly while admiring the foam they created.

I completely understand that feeling.
Even I, as a tea instructor, feel that good tools and good matcha make you instantly better—your whisking feels smoother, the aroma lifts beautifully, and you suddenly appreciate the art of making matcha.

They agreed wholeheartedly and said the experience completely changed the way they view matcha.

It was a pleasure welcoming them, and I am grateful that Kyoto became the place where they discovered what real matcha truly tastes like.

京都の抹茶体験
Only 9 min walk from Kyoto Station / 2 min from To-ji Temple Station
📲 English-friendly booking 24/7 via Google or our official site.
Same-day bookings → phone confirmation only.

Book your private session here ↓
https://kyotomatchaexperience.square.site/