Japanese Tea Food Experiences(97)

Experience the essence of Japanese tea with immersive ceremonies, tours, and workshops that reveal the rich culture and history behind each cup.
Make Daifuku & Dango, Enjoy 5 Kinds of Mochi Sweets (Tokyo) 3
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TOKYO

Make 2 Kinds of Mochi Sweets in Tokyo: Dango & Daifuku

Make colorful Japanese wagashi at a hands-on confectionery class in Tokyo (Kitaminemachi). Join Satoko, an instructor from the Wagashi Promotion Association of Japan, to make seasonal fruit daifuku and sanshoku dango.

from$56.41
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Savor Japanese Umami: Dashi Tasting & Cooking Class (Tokyo) 1
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TOKYO

Savor Japanese Umami: Dashi Tasting & Cooking Class (Tokyo)

Unlock the powerful flavor of umami! A seasoned chef leads this hands-on cooking class in a professional cooking studio in Omotesando, where you’ll learn about dashi, make traditional oyakodon and enjoy your meal with tea and sake.

from$139.62
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Japanese Tea Ceremony & Traditional Music Near Tokyo Disney 1
Dining Experiences
CHIBA

Japanese Tea Ceremony & Traditional Music Near Tokyo Disney

A local welcomes you into her home in this private experience near Tokyo Disney. Participate in a tea ceremony with traditional sweets and learn to play the koto, a Japanese string instrument, in this unique introduction to Japanese arts.

from$7.05
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Maki Zushi Rolled Sushi Cooking Class in a Japanese Home 10
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FUKUOKA

Maki Zushi Rolled Sushi Cooking Class in a Japanese Home

In a modern Japanese home, learn how to make classic Japanese home cooked dishes including tempura, sushi, miso soup, and a spinach-sesame dish. Learn Japanese cooking techniques, like how to make and use dashi, and experience home life in Japan.

from$70.51
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Osaka Tea Ceremony, Tasting, & Culture Tour  4
Dining Experiences
OSAKA

Osaka Tea Ceremony, Tasting, & Culture Tour

Experience an Osaka-style Japanese tea ceremony alongside an expert! You’ll participate in a tea ceremony, discover the surrounding customs and etiquette, then learn how to make matcha tea and enjoy sweet treats.

from$27.5
With matcha
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Kyoto Tea Town Tour for Matcha Lovers 9
Food Tours
KYOTO

Kyoto Tea Town Tour for Matcha Lovers

Come to Uji, Kyoto – the birthplace of tea in Japan – for a hands-on tea experience. Grind tea leaves, whisk your own bowl of matcha, attend an authentic tea ceremony at a beautiful tea house, and indulge in a meal of tea soba and matcha rice cakes.

from$155.13
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Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Mochi and Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo 2
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TOKYO

Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Mochi and Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo

Make wagashi sweets with a certified instructor at her home in Tokyo. Learn the cultural significance of mochi, make fruit daifuku and hanami dango, decorate a delicate nerikiri confectionery, whisk matcha, and enjoy your sweets with tea.

from$84.62
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Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo 1
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TOKYO

Wagashi: Make Nerikiri & Enjoy Matcha in Tokyo

Make colorful Japanese wagashi at a hands-on confectionary class in Tokyo (Kitaminemachi). Join Satoko, an instructor from the Wagashi Promotion Association of Japan, to make seasonal nerikiri to enjoy with freshly made matcha tea.

from$56.41
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Matcha Making Tokyo with Japanese Sweets in Asakusa! 1
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TOKYO

Asakusa Matcha Making & Traditional Japanese Sweets

Level up your love of matcha with this matcha-making class in Asakusa that pairs the rich flavor of green tea with elegant Japanese confectioneries in an unique experience led by friendly English-speaking staff.

from$14.1
With green tea
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Osaka Matcha Making & Traditional Japanese Sweets 4
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OSAKA

Matcha-Making & Traditional Japanese Sweets Class in Osaka

The world of matcha awaits in this fun, informative workshop near Osaka’s Shinsaibashi Station. Learn the history of matcha and use traditional tools and methods to make a bowl of genuine matcha to enjoy with traditional Japanese sweets.

from$14.1
With green tea
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Shizuoka Tea Farm & Samurai Culture Tour w/ Kaiseki Dining 1
Food Tours
SHIZUOKA

Shizuoka Tea Farm & Samurai Culture Tour w/ Kaiseki Dining

This one-day exploration of Shizuoka takes you from tea farms to samurai residences to enjoy a tea ceremony and traditional art performances. Taste some of Japan’s finest teas and indulge in kaiseki dining, with all transportation included.

from$1,974.39
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Osaka Food Tour: Takoyaki, Kushikatsu, Okonomiyaki & More 1
Food Tours
OSAKA

Osaka Food Tour: Takoyaki, Kushikatsu, Okonomiyaki & More

Taste Osaka specialties like okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, takoyaki and more through this adventurous food tour led by a local guide. Explore local spots and learn insights on the authentic side of Osaka as you make your way through three food stops.

from$91.67
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★Decorative Sushi Rolls Experience in Kyoto Ninenzaka 2
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KYOTO

Decorative Sushi-Making Class Near Kiyomizudera (Kyoto)

Make beautiful works of sushi art in this sushi roll-making class in Kyoto’s Ninenzaka street, a short walk from Kiyomizudera Temple. Guided by local hosts, you’ll craft sushi to capture the beauty of the seasons.

from$45.83
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Gion Tour with Kaiseki Meal in Kyoto at Night 6
Food Tours
KYOTO

Gion Tour with Kaiseki Meal in Kyoto at Night

Join a local guide as you stroll the cobbled streets of Gion and the Pontocho alley, and take in the atmosphere and local culture and history. After exploring, sit down to an elegant, multi-course kaiseki dinner.

from$236.57
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Kyoto Matcha Green Tea Tour in Uji with Lunch 5
Food Tours
KYOTO

Kyoto Matcha Green Tea Tour in Uji with Lunch

Calling all matcha lovers! Uji, Kyoto is famed for its high-quality green tea. Tour the tea-making district, enjoy a tasting of various matcha teas, enjoy tea-flavored ice cream and wagashi sweets, and have a lunch of traditional Japanese dishes.

from$190.03
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Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Try 12 Types of Japanese Tea 8
Drinking Tours
TOKYO

Tokyo Tea Tasting: 12 Types of Matcha, Sencha, & Gyokuro

Experience a taste of Japan in Tokyo with a certified Tea Advisor who will introduce the origins & preparation of 12 types of tea. Learn about sencha, matcha, & gyokuro tea & the diverse regions they come from in an immersive tasting session.

from$90.26
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Refreshing Shizuoka Bicycle Tour and Green Tea Experience 4
Food Tours
SHIZUOKA

Small Group Bike Tour and Tea Farm Experience in Shizuoka

Take a bicycle through Shizuoka's locales and into lush green tea fields! Learn about green tea, walk through the fields, and taste some tea samples. Finish the tour by visiting Sengen Shrine and a vintage shopping district.

from$133.98
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Flavors of Japan Food Tour with Wagashi 8
Food Tours
TOKYO

Flavors of Japan Food Tour with Wagashi

This Tokyo food tour features 8 stops, showcasing the variety of Japan’s regional and seasonal foods. From the oldest and most expensive fruit store in Japan to a handmade Japanese sweets shop, you’ll witness the diversity of Japanese food culture.

from$178.4
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Wagashi: Japanese Sweets Making Class in Tokyo (5 Options) 2
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TOKYO

Wagashi: Japanese Sweets Making Class in Tokyo (5 Options)

Try your hand at making traditional Japanese sweets in Setagaya, Tokyo! Choose from 5 classes and make your wagashi of choice: fruit daifuku, nerikiri, hanami dango skewers, and more, with certified wagashi instructor Kaoru.

from$56.41
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Nagoya Sweets Making Class with Tea Ceremony 5
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AICHI

Nagoya Sweets Making Class with Tea Ceremony

During this wagashi making class in your instructor’s traditional Japanese home, you’ll stroll through a veggie patch and charming Japanese garden, make Nagoya-style sweets, and enjoy a traditional tea ceremony.

from$70.51
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Learn etiquette
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Uncovering Uji: Premium Tea, Shrines & Spirituality in Kyoto 1
Food Tours
KYOTO

Uncovering Uji: Premium Tea, Shrines & Spirituality in Kyoto

Uncover the intricacies of Japanese tea via a road less traveled in Uji–Kyoto's most famous tea-producing region. You'll learn the nuances of regional teas, soak up Uji's history, and journey to cultural landmarks alongside a knowledgeable host.

from$66.64
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Tuna Auction Tour & Breakfast in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama 3
Food Tours
WAKAYAMA

Tuna Auction Tour & Breakfast in Nachi-Katsuura, Wakayama

Discover how experts assess the quality of fresh tuna at the Nachi-katsuura fishing port with explanations from a local guide. Then, taste that quality with a fresh sashimi breakfast including two types of tuna and a special swordfish.

from$49.36
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Home Cooking, Music & Tea Ceremony Near Tokyo Disney 1
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CHIBA

Home Cooking, Music & Tea Ceremony Near Tokyo Disney

Experience Japanese culture and arts in a local’s home near Tokyo Disney. Dressed in a cotton kimono, you’ll participate in a tea ceremony, enjoy a music performance, learn to play a traditional instrument and cook a delicious Japanese meal.

from$139.62
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Friendly Wagashi Making and Tea Ceremony in Central Tokyo 7
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

Friendly Wagashi Making and Tea Ceremony in Central Tokyo

The perfect tea ceremony experience for beginners! Enjoy making seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets) and learning the art of the Japanese tea ceremony. The tea master will perform the ceremony, and then you’ll get to prepare the matcha yourself!

from$93.08
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Practice Zen and Traditional Tea Ceremony With a Tea Master 6
Dining Experiences
TOKYO

Practice Zen and Traditional Tea Ceremony With a Tea Master

With the guidance of a tea master, reach inner peace through the Zen practices within the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Learn gestures, forms, and movements used in tea ceremonies and implement them in your tea ceremony performance.

from$69.81
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Sushi Making Class in a Professional Kitchen Studio (Tokyo) 1
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TOKYO

Sushi Making Class in a Professional Kitchen Studio (Tokyo)

Learn to cut ingredients for sushi with a Japanese knife pro chef in this sushi-making class close to Omotesando Station in Nishi-Azabu. Until June 30th 2025, get 32% off the price of this experience by using the coupon code SUSHI63 at checkout!

from$139.62
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Nagoya Food & Culture Tour: Atsuta Shrine & Kishimen Noodles 8
Food Tours
AICHI

Nagoya Food & Culture Tour: Atsuta Shrine & Kishimen Noodles

Join a walking history, culture, & food experience in Nagoya! Visit Atsuta Shrine, explore the tranquil forest, learn about Shintoism, & try kishimen noodles (a regional specialty) alongside a friendly English-speaking host.

from$105.77
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Nishio Matcha Tea Farm Tour, Tasting & Tea Ceremony (Aichi) 3
Food Tours
AICHI

Nishio Matcha Tea Farm Tour, Tasting & Tea Ceremony (Aichi)

In this leaf-to-cup tour in Nishio, Aichi, a leading tea producing area with hundreds of years of history, you’ll visit a tea farm, dress up in traditional tea picking clothes, taste several kinds of Japanese tea, and take part in a tea ceremony!

from$62.05
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My mom and I learned so much!! Such a fun experience, we recommend it to all matcha enthusiasts! Now we know what flavors suit each of us and where to purchase them. Thank you so much Chusei for the wonderful tasting experience.
Danica Xiong
April 04, 2025
Matcha Making Experience and Matcha Comparison in Tokyo 8
10 Kinds of Matcha Tasting & Matcha-Making Session (Tokyo)
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This is a must do for anybody who would like to have an introduction to Japanese whiskey. Shugo, my guide for the whiskey journey, met me at the appointed place and brought me to the whiskey tasting room. He then told me about the origins of Japanese whiskey and how it has developed since. Then we started the tasting with Shugo seeking to get a feel for my particular whiskey taste so that he could select the appropriate Japanese whiskies to try. For me it was a great experience to be able to taste a wide range of Japanese whiskies from throughout Japan to understand the variety of aroma, simplicity or complexity of taste, and lightness or sharpness on the throat. Definitely so very interesting and unique whiskies. We had a good discussion and Shugo has perfect English which made for a very interesting sharing of whiskey experiences.
Gerard Buckley
April 04, 2025
Japanese Whisky Hunting《HIGH-QUALITY-ONLY》Rare Tasting Class 1
High-Quality Japanese Whisky Tasting in Shibuya
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Highly recommend this unique spring experience! Whisking matcha under cherry blossoms was unforgettable. The seasonal sweets were delicious, and the atmosphere was so peaceful. A must-try if you’re in Tokyo during sakura season!
Akane Sanada
March 29, 2025
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Cherry Blossom Picnic w/ Matcha at Yoyogi Park (Tokyo)
Dining Experiences
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Very informative & pleasant experience, learned a lot & bought his recommended high-grade products. A must do for matcha lover !
Lisa Sugiharto
March 27, 2025
Matcha Making Experience and Matcha Comparison in Tokyo 8
10 Kinds of Matcha Tasting & Matcha-Making Session (Tokyo)
Drinking Tours
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What a wonderful experience! Everything was clearly explained and conducted in a friendly and welcoming environment. It was a real learning experience, and you got to eat your handiwork when you were finished. The host explained and demonstrated everything first and then let's you do it on your own. Very authentic and highly recommended!
Tuomas Leone
March 27, 2025
Osaka Breakfast-Making Class: Japanese Onigiri & Miso Soup  1
Osaka Breakfast-Making Class: Japanese Onigiri & Miso Soup
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Discover the Art of Japanese Tea

Japanese tea is not just a beverage; it's an experience that encompasses tradition, mindfulness, and even art. When you think of Japanese tea, the evergreen matcha often comes to mind, known for its vibrant green hue and rich taste. However, the world of Japanese tea extends beyond just matcha. From the subtlety of sencha to the unique aroma of hojicha, each type of tea offers a distinct flavor profile and health benefit. Experiencing Japanese tea in its homeland allows you to appreciate its preparation and presentation, which can be just as delightful as the taste itself.

Immersive Tea Experience in Japan

Engage in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, a cultural ritual that has been refined over centuries. The ceremony, rooted in Zen Buddhism, is more than drinking tea; it's a form of meditation where the process is highly valued. Witness the ceremonial preparation where matcha is whisked to perfection, and tea is served with an acute awareness of aesthetics, harmony, and respect. These experiences frequently allow you to participate hands-on, teaching you to whisk your own bowl of tea. Alongside, enjoy wagashi—traditional Japanese sweets—which perfectly complements the bitterness of the tea, providing a harmonious balance of flavors.

Japanese Tea Tours and Workshops

Expand your knowledge beyond the traditional ceremony with Japanese tea tours and workshops. Visit lush tea plantations and witness the harvesting process firsthand. Engage with local tea farmers who share insights about how Japan's unique climate and soil contribute to their distinct tea flavors. In workshops, learn the history of Japanese teas, from cultivation methods to varied preparation techniques. Whether you're a novice or a tea aficionado, these experiences will deepen your understanding and appreciation of tea. Most importantly, you will leave with newfound skills to bring the essence of Japan back home to your own tea rituals.