Osaka Omakase Dining & Tea Ceremony Tour
Only at the end of January, 2025, experience a limited-time event showcasing the historical roots of Osaka that includes an omakase meal, a tea ceremony and the view of an illuminated castle.
Highlights
Step into a serene realm in the Gofuso landscape garden, which has three tea rooms in a traditional building
In a Japanese-style room, enjoy an exclusive omakase meal prepared by craftspeople using regional and seasonal ingredients
Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and discover the historical significance and deep cultural values of this ritual
Easy access & transportation by private car: Your host will pick you up at Rinku-Town Station
10 meals
Experience Details
South of Osaka’s bustling lights and buoyant attractions lies Kishiwada, a coastal city known for its castle, traditional gardens and a lively local festival. In this special experience, available for only two days at the end of January 2025, you can get an exclusive glimpse into the ancient culture and heritage of this picturesque area through an exquisite meal, a tea ceremony, a guided visit through the Gofuso garden and seeing views of the Kishiwada Castle’s illuminations, covering two of the city's main historical landmarks.
Your host will pick you up from Rinku-Town Station and take you to the first stop by private car. Upon arrival at Gofuso Garden, you’ll see a traditional side of Osaka that most visitors don’t get to experience. Led by the proprietress of Gofuso herself, you’ll walk through this large Japanese-style garden and learn about its fascinating history, ending in a spectacular Japanese-style room where you’ll enjoy a course meal. Your dinner will feature seasonal and regional ingredients beautifully arranged by pro chefs.
With a full stomach and a calm mind, you’ll head to one of the building’s three tea rooms for a traditional tea ceremony. From the utensils to the type of tea, everything is exclusively selected to highlight the elegance and hospitality at the core of this ritual.
Lastly, you’ll visit the area around Kishiwada Castle, which is lit aglow at night. Bask in the mesmerizing illuminations as you see this historical site before returning to the station by car.
Inclusions
A guide who speaks English, Chinese or Korean
Pick up, drop off and transportation by private car
Japanese-style course dinner (between 8 and 10 dishes, depending on the course), tea ceremony (1 cup of thick tea, 1 cup of thin tea, 1 dry confectionery)
Entrance to Gofuso and seeing the Kishiwada Castle area illuminated at night
Exclusions
Additional food
Transportation to the meeting point and from the drop off point
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host in front of the ticket gates at Rinku-Town Station. More information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Please arrive 10 minutes before the experience start time.
Please note that participating in the tea ceremony involves sitting on tatami flooring.
This experience is not recommended for pregnant women, guests with heart disease or other serious illnesses.
If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please notify your host upon booking.
Ingredients are subject to change. Details will be shared by email upon booking confirmation.
Recording or filming is not allowed during the tea ceremony.
Please don’t wear strong perfume or cologne.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 1 month before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Osaka Prefecture is the birthplace of Kansai-style okonomiyaki and many classic Japanese street foods. Centered around Osaka (the prefectural capital), the clash of trade, traditions, and modern technologies contributes to the dynamic energy of this prefecture overlooking Osaka Bay.
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10 meals
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