Kyoto : Mochi Pounding Experience & Tea Ceremony

Kyoto’s Only Night-Exclusive Cultural Experience Enjoy authentic Japanese culture at night, away from daytime crowds. Experience Japan in a calm, intimate setting with a small group. Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience Use real glutinous rice with an authentic mortar and pestle to make mochi the traditional way. Hands-On Tea Ceremony Experience Learn by using real tea utensils such as the chasen, chashaku, natsume, and kensui while preparing matcha. Enjoy Freshly Made Mochi Taste the warm mochi you made yourself, served immediately. Cultural & Historical Storytelling Learn the history and cultural background of mochi, tea ceremony, swords, and archery in a clear and engaging way. Commemorative Group Photo Finish with a memorable group photo around the mortar to capture your Kyoto experience.

In this experience, you’ll have the chance to leisurely enjoy Kyoto’s unique “evening-only” culture in a small group setting in Kyoto. After check-in, we’ll provide an easy-to-understand introduction to the history of Japanese mochi-pounding and the tea ceremony. Next, you’ll try authentic mochi-pounding using a traditional mortar and pestle. The mochi you make will be served fresh on the spot, allowing you to enjoy its warm, freshly made flavor. You will also participate in a matcha tea ceremony using authentic tea ceremony utensils. We will carefully explain traditional tools such as the chasen (tea whisk), chashaku (tea scoop), and kettle, which you rarely have the opportunity to handle in everyday life. At the end of the experience, we’ll take a group photo, and you’ll receive a special souvenir from the owner. We are committed to providing a cultural experience that will become one of the most special memories of your trip to Japan.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.