Beyond usual sightseeing! Step inside JURAKU, a 150-year-old Kyoto machiya, for an intimate encounter with Japanese tea culture. 【The Art of Tea Ceremony】 Watch a traditional ceremony and learn its history, etiquette, and philosophy. Our instructors, including a certified Urasenke master, have up to 40 years of experience. They guide beginners in a welcoming way. 【Prepare Your Own Matcha】 Enjoy seasonal, plant-based Japanese sweets, then whisk your own matcha. Your instructor will guide you using authentic utensils and premium matcha. 【Traditional, Yet Comfortable】 JURAKU offers a table-and-chair setting, making it accessible for all ages. The space is fully air-conditioned year-round. 【A Philosopher's Legacy】 JURAKU is the birthplace of Taichiro Kobayashi (1901–1963), an art historian and Kyoto School philosopher called "the Burckhardt of the East." Born into a Nishijin weaving family, he studied under Kitaro Nishida and in Paris. Explore where his roots began and discover Nishijin, a quiet, historic neighborhood away from crowds. 【Personalized Journey】 Enhance your visit with an optional cultural experience.* *Options vary by season. Please check our website for updates.