Japanese Tea Ceremony & Matcha with A Master (Tokyo)
Join Keiko, a Tea Master, for a traditional Japanese tea ceremony experience in Tokyo. Witness a tea ceremony, enjoy a bowl of premium matcha, & then learn how to prepare tea as a master would.
Highlights
Experience a tea ceremony with a view of a Japanese garden in Tokyo.
Enjoy this experience in a comfortable table-style setup, unlike the typical floor seating arrangement.
Your host is a Certified Instructor from Omotesenke Japanese Tea Ceremony School who has taught at companies in Japan and overseas.
10 meals
Experience Details
Enter the world of Japanese tea in Tokyo! Witness a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, enjoy a freshly made bowl of premium matcha, and then learn how to prepare tea as a master would. You’ll also learn about Japanese culture, zen principles, and beyond.
Itinerary:
Meet your instructor, Keiko, at the designated meeting point
Witness a traditional tea ceremony as you enjoy views of a Japanese garden
Enjoy a freshly made bowl of premium matcha tea
Learn how to prepare tea as a master would during a tea ceremony
A traditional Japanese tea ceremony involves preparing and consuming matcha, a finely ground powdered green tea, typically served in a carefully crafted setting like a tea house or a tranquil garden. Rooted in Zen Buddhism, these ceremonies transcend the mere act of preparing and consuming tea, evolving into a spiritual and cultural experience.
Join Keiko, a Certified Instructor and Master from the Omotesenke Japanese Tea Ceremony School, for a journey into the world of tea ceremonies. Enjoy views of a tranquil Japanese garden as Keiko performs a traditional tea ceremony, teaching you about Japanese culture and zen principles. Following this, enjoy freshly prepared matcha tea (of the highest quality, of course). After your bowl is empty, participate in the hands-on element of this experience: learning how to prepare tea as a master would during a tea ceremony. Learn the intricate steps, observe the precision, and absorb the wisdom passed down through generations.
Inclusions
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony led by a certified Tea Master
Enjoy freshly made matcha tea
Learn how to prepare tea as a Tea Master would
Exclusions
Transport to and from the experience location
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host directly at the venue. It is a 3-minute walk from Yotsuya-Sanchome Station. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
This experience includes an optional kimono-wearing experience; please look at the package below if this piques your interest.
When this experience was featured on the Japan byFood channel, it was filmed at a different location.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Package Options
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.
We enjoyed a wonderful experience with the tea master. We leaned so much and about the importance of the ceremony in Japanese culture as well as preparing tea ourselves. とても啓発的な経験でした。先生、ありがとう...Joh...read more
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10 meals
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