Using organic tea leaves cultivated at our own Dusit Tea Garden in Uji and Wazuka, Kyoto—renowned for over 800 years of tea heritage—Chako presents a rare and elevated sensory ritual.

Inspired by a time-honoured method, the tea leaves are gently warmed over charcoal and delicately infused through water, allowing their pure essence to unfold with remarkable depth and clarity.

As the aroma evolves, fresh green notes give way to a softly roasted character, reminiscent of hōjicha. The refined fragrance lingers gracefully, awakening the senses and guiding you into a state of quiet refinement and a meditative state.

Entirely free from nicotine, this exclusive experience reimagines tradition into a sophisticated ritual of well-being.

For a truly indulgent moment, complement your experience with a curated pairing of whisky, sake, or other fine beverages.

Available by reservation only, with limited seats per session.

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The juzu bracelet – also known as a Buddhist prayer bracelet or rosary – is used by Buddhists as a tool for counting recitations of mantras or prayers. Making a juzu can be a meaningful and meditative activity and we invite you to participate. String your chosen beads and central charm onto your own unique bracelet to wear when you visit Kyoto’s temples.

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Experience a traditional Buddhist practice at Nishi Honganji Temple, one of Kyoto’s most important temples. As a form of meditation, morning chanting is a way to centre yourself before starting the day. It is believed that by participating in the chanting and reciting the sacred texts, one can cultivate mindfulness, compassion and a sense of interconnectedness with all beings.

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