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Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

Ramen Factory is the only restaurant in the world where you are able to make original ramen by your hand and enjoy its deliciousness. You will do... -Making Noodles  -Draining Noodles -Mixing the Soup -Roasting Chicken After enjoying your genuine ramen, you'll take home a souvenir. You can choose a souvenir " T-shirts", " Ramen bowl" or "J apanese Apron"! Vegetarian, Vegan, Muslim Friendly(No-pork, No-alcohol, Halal-chicken meat) courses are also available.
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KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Daitokuji

・Choose your Favorite kimono, and our professional kimono staff will help you to wear the kimono. ・Learn about kimono patterns and how to wear them for seasonal types and enjoy taking picture time. ・Before starting the tea ceremony, the Tea instructor will teach you about the background of tea culture ・Have Japanese sweets for tea ・Performance Tea ceremony by professional tea master. ・Enjoy to drink Tea and learn about manners. ・Lastly you can experience making tea yourself.
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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, NISHIKI

Only Tea Ceremony venue to win the Tripadvisor Travelers Choice Award four years in a row. KYOTO MAIKOYA relocated to an old machiya house registered Tangible Cultural Property by the local government. It is a historic townhouse where you can feel the real Japanese culture and enjoy the tea ceremony by gazing at two picturesque Japanese tea gardens. You will make Green tea (Matcha) in an ancient style tea ceremony room wearing Kimono. Kimono is prepared for both males and females. Learning about a country through cultural workshops and activities will give you a better understanding of our intricate history, valued social principals and holistic way of life.
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Private Tea Ceremony and Sake Tasting in Kyoto Samurai House

Become truly immersed in traditional Japanese culture as you and your party members will enjoy the entire 300-year old historic property to yourselves. We serve organic matcha locally sourced from Kyoto, Uji in a traditional tea room. Enter into this space separate from the rush of life and truly experience the serenity of tea ceremony. Adorn an authentic silk wedding Kimono or wield a Samurai Katana to commemorate your visit to Kyoto! You are welcome to take photos during your visit. You can even bring the experience home with you as we offer a large array of Matcha Chawan (Matcha Tea Bowl) and authentic silk Kimono for purchase. An experience like no other being the only Samurai house in Kyoto with such offerings. We are able to offer this traditional space and still be very conveniently located only an 8 minute walk from Kyoto station, making this experience a seamless addition to your time in Kyoto.
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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Kyoto Maikoya, GION

Our award-winning tea ceremonies are not only enjoyable but also a comprehensive educational experience. Our expert tea master and host, and friendly staff will demonstrate the process during the tea ceremony while explaining the significance behind it the steps and the tools. You will get to learn about tea ceremony history, Kyoto, and tea ceremony etiquette.
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Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony: Camellia Flower Teahouse

We want your time with us to be a rich and enjoyable one, and to that end we encourage guests to not only participate but actively ask any questions they might have about Japan and tea ceremony. Our small team, fluent in English, are here to help make your time a memorable and authentic one. Tea ceremony is the perfect way to enjoy Japanese culture and experience a taste of Kyoto. Inclusivity is very important to us, and all are welcome. Chairs and tables are available for those that have difficulty sitting on the floor. All our sweets are vegan, nut free and gluten dress. Although we offer kimono rental, you do not need to wear kimono and please dress as you feel comfortable. Children are more than welcome. Feel free to take photos throughout the experience (please be mindful of other guests and please turn off the flash).
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Sushi Making Experience in KYOTO

We will take you through the steps of making sushi starting with preparing the lightly vinegared rice and finishing off with the perfect sushi roll! Together we will be making various types of sushi including Temaki-zushi which you will be able to prepare when you get back home! At the end of the workshop everyone will be given a new sushi rolling mat (which is essential for making sushi!) and a recipe card to make sushi again so you can prepare some for your friends and family back home!
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Home style Ramen and Homemade Gyoza from Scratch in Kyoto

In this class, you will learn home style ramen and homemade gyoza from scratch using simple ingredients. Not only will you get to enjoy a fun cultural experience during your Japan trip, but with the skills you learn, you can actually try and cook it once you return home. My guests often tell me that they're surprised how simple it is to make and how delicious the food turns out. After my class, you will hopefully have the confidence to cook some delicious Japanese food for your loved ones at home.
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Sushi - Authentic Japanese Cooking Class - the best souvenir from Kyoto!

Authentic Japanese Cooking Class - the best souvenir from Kyoto! Welcome to Kaori’s kitchen! Would you like to visit a Japanese home? This hideaway is located in a back alley in the center of Kyoto. Why not join our class? It's fun and tasty! A real cultural experience! You will learn: ・ how to cook authentic Japanese dishes in English ・ Japanese table manners ・ the culture of Japanese cuisine ・ and much more! Japanese cooking class Roujiya gives you more than just cooking lessons. We'd like to show Japanese cultures and customs as well. In addition if you know table manners even a little, you can feel much more relaxed in Japanese restaurants! We will be happy to assist you and give some hints and information about variations of the recipes using different ingredients when you return home.
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Kyoto: Japanese cooking class. Make Udon and Sushi and more

At Kyoto cooking class, you can make popular Japanese dishes from scratch. Have you ever made udon noodles from dough? Here, everyone can enjoy making udon noodles and dashi soup stock from scratch. Menu: Make Udon, Dashi(Broth), Dashimaki-Tamago(Japanese rolled Omelet), Oshi-Zushi(Pressed Sushi) and Matta Sweets. You can also taste beer, Kyoto-only craft beer, and liquor during a lesson. Participants can spend the time between the meeting time and the start of the lesson in the comfort of the lounge. The lounge offers complimentary Japanese snacks, coffee and tea. Please note that Japanese snacks are changed from time to time depending on the season. Also, please take a look at our extensive souvenir section!
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A Unique Antique Kimono and Tea ceremony Experience in English

In this class, you can experience the tea ceremony in a 100-year-old house, wearing a rare and valuable antique kimono that is more than 80 years old. ● Here, you can learn tea ceremony etiquette and how to make delicious matcha tea. The fourth-generation owner of the kimono shop is a kimono specialist, so you can listen to a lecture on kimono while being shown kimonos suitable for various occasions. Of course, he can also help you co-ordinate your kimono. Wearing rare and valuable antique kimonos and learning about the tea ceremony is a unique experience here. Available in English.
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Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony Experience by Tea Master at Local Home

The elegant Japanese tea ceremony was popularized in Kyoto, so there’s no better place to experience a traditional tea ceremony than in Japan’s ancient capital. Join this Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience for a tasty, culturally immersive experience! You’ll learn how to make matcha tea using traditional Japanese tools, like the bamboo whisk, with a licensed Japanese tea ceremony instructor. You’ll also find out about Japanese tea ceremony etiquette and put what you learn into practice! Japanese sweets from historical specific sweets shop for tea ceremony, which is made from high quality sugar. These sweet morsels are completely gluten-free and vegan, so this experience can be joined by just about everyone! You can get small booklet for explanation the experience. It will help you to understand Japanese tea ceremony more deeply. Join this tea ceremony experience and enjoy a relaxing cup of tea while immersing yourself in ancient Japanese culture!
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Private Sushi Making Class in Kyoto

Use fresh fish! We use fresh fish purchased on the morning of the experience day, ensuring the highest quality ingredients. Learn about traditional seasonings! You'll also get to experience the fantastic flavors of traditional Kyoto condiments like soy sauce and miso, allowing you to delve into Japan's culinary culture. Enjoy drinks and dessert after your meal! We offer handmade desserts typical of Kyoto. You can also take away. Accommodates dietary restrictions! Vegetarian menus are also available. If you would like a menu with different ingredients, please let us know in advance.
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Tea ceremony by the tea master in Kyoto SHIUN AN

Experience an authentic tea ceremony, which is near the Zen buddhist monastery Daitoku-ji Temple in Kyoto. Daitoku-ji had many famous priest graduates in the history and has a close relationship with tea ceremony culture which has given a major influence to Japanese culture. We are also not far from the World Cultural Heritage site, the Golden Pavilion Temple. (Kinkaku-ji)It's only four stops away by bus. You’ll be provided with a tea container, tea bowl, tea scoops and whisks, and instruction on how to make matcha. You’ll also enjoy two bowls of matcha and two kinds of Japanese sweets. Tea ceremony is a learned experience, and it leads to enlightenment, similar to Zen’s understanding of realizing the truth through self-discovery.
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Experience a tea ceremony in an authentic tearoom, in Kyoto!

You can experience a tea ceremony in the authentic tea room of a 130-year-old Kyoto townhouse! The art of tea ceremony is a wonderful way to experience traditional Japanese culture. Combining zen and Japanese tea, attending a tea ceremony is a must when visiting Japan, especially in Kyoto! -Enjoy beautiful Japanese sweets like cookie or candy from historic shop in Kyoto -Delicious matcha green tea from historic shop in Kyoto -Learn how to make tea -Learn tips to enjoy tea without tea utensils at home
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