Asakusa Matcha Making & Traditional Japanese Sweets
Learn how to make matcha and try traditional Japanese sweets with friendly English-speaking staff in Asakusa.
Highlights
Discover the authentic, time-tested way to make matcha in an informative short matcha class in Asakusa
Try a Japanese sweets tasting-set to go with your matcha
Learn about matcha, including its history and differences with other types of tea, from English-speaking staff
Easy access near Asakusa Station
10 meals
Experience Details
You’ve probably had matcha before, but have you tried real matcha? It isn’t grassy, nor overly sweet. In traditional Japanese culture, preparing, whisking and serving matcha tea is considered a gesture of utmost hospitality; a time-tested technique that results in delicious, frothy matcha every time. Learn the process for yourself at this matcha-making class in Asakusa!
The one-hour tea experience is designed to teach guests everything they need to know about matcha. With the help of welcoming and friendly English-speaking staff, you’ll discover the history of matcha, its differences from green tea, and the many varieties available to try across the country. You’ll also learn to use traditional equipment like matcha whisks and bowls.
The traditional way to enjoy matcha is with a selection of wagashi, Japanese confectioneries with a mild sweetness that complements the bitter notes of matcha. This class includes a sweet-tasting set to enjoy with your tea. You’ll experience the elegance of traditional sweet flavors and textures.
This experience takes place just one minute from Asakusa station, an area known for culture, history and food. Home to the historical Sensoji Temple, street food vendors and pockets of tradition, Asakusa is a must-visit spot in Tokyo.
Inclusions
Matcha making class
English-speaking instructor
Matcha and Japanese sweets
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the venue
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Please meet your host at the venue, just one minute from Asakusa station.
Remarks
Please arrive on time.
Please wear comfortable clothing
A private booking for groups of 40 or more participants is available on request. Please inquire.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours 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.
I learned about matcha and how to prepare it. It was fun, informative and tasty.
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