Private Authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony & Wagashi in Tokyo
Relax and enjoy a change of pace with a taste of a tea ceremony in the middle of busy Meguro, Tokyo.
Highlights
Experience a Japanese traditional tea ceremony under the guidance of a master
Learn about the significance of the ritual
Try making your own cup of matcha
Enjoy traditional Japanese wagashi sweets
10 meals
Experience Details
Visit the delicate tea room nestled in the Meguro district of Tokyo. Your guide will explain the significance of the steps to take before a tea ceremony.
The tea ceremony is a traditional Japanese art form. The ceremony includes ikebana flowers and the hanging scroll in the tearoom. Enjoy learning about the Zen spirit behind the tea ceremony. After the experience, you will feel a tranquility similar to meditation.
The tea master will give a lecture on tea ceremony culture, etiquette within the tearoom and history as matcha (or traditional Japanese green tea) is prepared for the demonstration. Guests will learn about the different parts of the tea ceremony and will be able to try preparing their own cup.
During the ceremony, you will enjoy a cup of matcha prepared by the tea master. You will also have the chance to make your own cup of matcha to enjoy with traditional Japanese sweets.
The experience will take place in Meguro, which is easy access from popular tourist spots such as Shibuya, Ebisu, and Shinagawa. The tea room is located near Meguro Fudoson, a 1,200-year-old temple.
Inclusions
Lecture
2 cups of matcha tea
Japanese sweets to pair with the tea
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the venue
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
16-minute walk from Meguro Station on JR Yamanote Line. 14-minute walk from Fudo-mae (MG02) station on Tokyu Meguro Line. 5-minute walk from several bus stops (Buses leave from Shibuya, Ebisu, Nakameguro, Sangenjaya, Gotanda, Oimachi, Meguro, etc.). Details are shared upon booking.
Remarks
Please be aware you must remove your shoes before entering the venue. Please wear or bring socks.
The lecture is provided in English and Japanese.
The entire experience takes approximately one hour. If there is a large number of people, it may take longer.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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10 meals
Frequently Asked QuestionsOur group has more than 6 people. Can we join this experience?
It's difficult to sit on tatami because of health problem, Can we sit on a chair during the tea ceremony experience?
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