Japanese (English assistance available)
KYOTOGRAPHIE Tea Gathering "EDGE"
RESERVATION REQUIRED
April 19 (Sun): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
April 26 (Sun): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
May 4 (Mon): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM
May 6 (Wed): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM
May 9 (Sat): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
May 16 (Sat): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
Hachiku-an (Former Kawasaki Residence)
During the KYOTOGRAPHIE International Photography festival 2026, a tea ceremony will be held in the tea room of Hachikuan, a traditional Machiya serving as the information center. The ceremony will express the exhibition's theme, "EDGE," through the use of tea ceremony utensils and original Japanese sweets. The host will be Fukutaro Nakayama (Ryosokuin Temple).
There are no restrictions on what to bring or wear. First-time tea ceremony attendees are welcome. Conversation in English is also possible
Includes: sake, seasonal wagashi, and thin tea
Duration: approx. 40 minutes per session (priority given to reservations)
Capacity: up to 4 guests per session
Price: General ¥6,000 | Students ¥4,000 (tax included)
There are no restrictions on what to bring or wear. First-time tea ceremony attendees are welcome. Conversation in English is also possible
Includes: sake, seasonal wagashi, and thin tea
Duration: approx. 40 minutes per session (priority given to reservations)
Capacity: up to 4 guests per session
Price: General ¥6,000 | Students ¥4,000 (tax included)
- Important Notice
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* Photography is permitted during the tea ceremony, but please be considerate of other attendees. Flash photography and tripods are not allowed.
* The tea room is very small, so chairs will not be used. Also, it is not barrier-free, so please only participate if you are able to walk and sit on the tatami mats.
* There is no dress code. Casual attire is acceptable. However, to ensure a more relaxed atmosphere, skinny pants, jeans, and skirts above the knee are not recommended.
* A small amount of alcohol may be served. Please refrain from driving if you plan to consume alcohol.
* If you have paid in advance at the student rate, please bring your student ID.
Speakers Speakers
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Fukutaro Nakayama (Tea Master at Ryosokuin Zen Temple)
The host, Fukutaro Nakayama
Tea practitioner. He holds tea ceremonies and workshops in various locations and supervises the design of tea rooms. Currently, he also works as a tea master at Ryosokuin Zen temple. He continues to work to materialize a tea ceremony that is relevant to the modern age by deconstructing and recombining the wisdom and techniques of the tea ceremony.
Date 日時
April 19 (Sun): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
April 26 (Sun): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
May 4 (Mon): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM
May 6 (Wed): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM
May 9 (Sat): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
May 16 (Sat): 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
Venue 会場
Hachiku-an (Former Kawasaki Residence)
- Address
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340 Sanjyo-cho Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
- Access
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Subway Karasuma or Tozai Lines ""Karasuma Oike"" station, 5 min on foot from Exit 6
Subway Karasuma Line ""Shijo"" station or Hankyu ""Karasuma"" station, 8 min on foot from Exit 22 or 24
Fees 料金
¥6,000 for adults / ¥4,000 for students (tax included)
Language 言語
Reservations 申し込み
Reservations accepted for up to four guests