Table-Style Tea Ceremony Experience in Central Fukuoka
Experience the mindful serenity of a traditional Japanese ceremony and enjoy matcha green tea with sweets in this experience in central Fukuoka.
Highlights
Experience a traditional tea ceremony led by a knowledgeable master specializing in the urasenke school of tea ceremony
Enjoy a fresh bowl of matcha with a fresh Japanese sweet and learn to whisk another bowl with guidance from your host to be enjoyed with a dried sweet
Your host will pick you up at Ohori Park, in front of the Fukuoka Art Museum
10 meals
Experience Details
The traditional art of tea ceremony might have originated in China, but it has evolved into one of Japan's most refined expressions of hospitality and an essential part of the country's tea culture. In this experience in central Fukuoka, you will delve into the intricacies of a traditional tea ceremony using chairs and tables for optimal comfort.
The meeting point will be Ohori Park in central Fukuoka — a verdant oasis next to the Fukuoka Art Museum in central Fukuoka. From there, your host will walk you to the tea room venue. An experienced tea master specializing in urasenke, one of the biggest schools of tea ceremony originating in the principles set forth by three Senke families, which have become Japan's main tea ceremony tradition, will lead the ceremony.
Immerse yourself in the rich aroma of matcha green tea as your host demonstrates their mastery and attention to detail in this serene tea ceremony. While many tea ceremonies are conducted on the floor, this unique tea ceremony (ryurei) uses tables and chairs for your comfort. Your master will serve you a bowl of matcha to savor with a fresh traditional Japanese sweet (wagashi), and you will have the opportunity to learn how to whisk matcha under the expert guidance of the tea master. Then, you’ll enjoy the tea you prepared with a dried wagashi sweet. Enjoy learning about Japanese tea culture through this hands-on experience.
Inclusions
Two bowls of matcha and two Japanese sweets (a dry and a fresh variety)
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host by the Wind Sculpture II in Fukuoka Art Museum (Ohori Park). More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Tables and chairs will be used during the tea ceremony
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.
Experience Location
Fukuoka is Japan’s up-and-coming foodie prefecture, which was put on the map by the 2014 Michelin Guide and has been consistently featured ever since. Roam food markets in Fukuoka, taste the authentic Hakata tonkotsu ramen in its birthplace, and fill up at yatai street food stalls during your trip to Fukuoka!
We found our tea experience to be wonderful and very special. We learnt about the matcha tea rituals, and the meanings associated with it all. Our host was delightful and very informative. We loved...read more
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10 meals
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