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 t
📍Meeting point: Our experience venue is located near Ryoan-ji Temple in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto. It is about a 5-minute walk from Ryoanji Station (Randen Line). Please walk along the Ryoanji approach road and enter the quiet residential area. A small sign marks the entrance.
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. Touch Real Japanese Swords and Bows Feel the weight of a real Japanese sword and the flexibility of a traditional bow—no glass cases, just the real thing. 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.
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What’s Included
- ✓Meals
- ✓Snacks
Additional Info
- ♿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 areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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