Picnic in Yoyogi Park: Matcha, Sweets & Snacks (Tokyo)
Enjoy a picnic with friendly locals in Tokyo’s Yoyogi park. Learn to play Japanese games, whisk matcha and enjoy Japanese sweets and snacks.
Highlights
Try whisking your own matcha with guidance from seasoned tea experts in a friendly picnic at Tokyo’s Yoyogi Park
Enjoy traditional Japanese wagashi confectioneries and popular snacks with matcha
Connect with English-speaking locals, play traditional Japanese games and learn insights for your trip to Japan
10 meals
Experience Details
It’s little wonder why Yoyogi Park tops so many Tokyo travel itineraries. An expansive green area near Takeshita Street and Meiji-jingu Shrine, with easy access to and from Harajuku Station, the natural beauty of Yoyogi Park and its many events draws visitors year-round. But if you’re looking to enjoy the park beyond the surface and connect with others, share a picnic with friendly locals who will introduce you to fascinating aspects of Japanese culture.
Whenever the sun is out, the natural thing is to go outside and picnic. Sit back and enjoy the outdoors as you learn about matcha and enjoy it with a Japanese matcha expert. Known as a “nodate” outdoor tea ceremony, this is a more casual adaptation of this traditional ritual and a great way to enjoy a contemporary take on Japanese traditions.
Alongside the tea, you’ll enjoy a variety of wagashi (traditional Japanese confectioneries), with an assortment of matcha-flavored treats that are popular in Japan.
Your hosts will also introduce traditional Japanese games. As you interact and get to know each other, feel free to ask questions about Tokyo (or Japan in general) to enrich your travel plans. This picnic is the perfect way to gather respite from the bustle of a crowded city or a busy travel schedule and simply engage with friendly locals in one of the most scenic parks in the city.
Inclusions
Two cups of matcha, 1 piece of wagashi, a few snacks and sweets
A local English-speaking guide
Exclusions
Additional food and drinks
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host at JR Harajuku Station’s Omotesando exit. A Google Maps link will be shared upon booking confirmation.
Remarks
In case of bad weather, the event will be held indoors at a nearby location. In that case, your host will contact you with the details.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 1 day 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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