Ichiriki Chaya, Traditional teahouse in Gion Kōbu, Japan
Inside wooden beams and sliding doors frame intimate rooms where geishas serve tea and seasonal delicacies on tatami mats at Ichiriki Chaya.
The teahouse served as a gathering place for the 47 ronin who planned their revenge during the early 1700s against a court official.
Geishas and maikos perform traditional dances and music while serving matcha tea through precise movements passed down through generations.
Entry requires personal introduction from an existing patron, and evening entertainment costs approximately 800,000 yen per guest.
The teahouse maintains records of visits spanning three centuries, documenting gatherings of merchants, artists, and political figures since the Edo period.
Location: Higashiyama-ku
GPS coordinates: 35.00350,135.77505
Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:30
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