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Sencha Kencha-sai Ceremony

Name: Sencha Kencha-sai Ceremony
Start: 2026-09-27
End: 2026-09-27
Location: 京都市 平安神宮

煎茶献茶祭

Experience the elegance of Sencha tea traditions within the sacred atmosphere of Heian Jingu.

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September 27, 2026 00:00 – September 27, 2026 23:59

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Sencha Kencha-sai is a significant ritual held at the historic Heian Jingu Shrine in Kyoto to preserve the traditions of Sencha-do (the way of steeped tea).

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About Sencha Kencha-sai Ceremony

Cultural Experience: Witnessing the tea offering by the masters of the five Sencha schools is a rare and profound experience for those seeking to understand Japanese spirituality.
Beautiful Scenery: Enjoy a luxurious moment amidst the vast, seasonal beauty of the Heian Jingu shrine grounds.
Photogenic Moments: The traditional ceremony and tea settings offer stunning, culturally rich subjects for photography.
Perfect Itinerary: Located near many museums and parks, this event easily integrates into a broader Kyoto sightseeing plan.

Weather forecast

Mon

11/9

13°/10°

29%

Tue

11/10

15°/9°

78%

Wed

11/11

18°/8°

Thu

11/12

19°/9°

Fri

11/13

20°/11°

17%

Sat

11/14

20°/11°

29%

Sun

11/15

20°/14°

87%

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