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Traditional Hiroshima: Japanese Tea Ceremony & Bento Lunch 1
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HIROSHIMA

Traditional Hiroshima: Japanese Tea Ceremony & Bento Lunch

Experience Japanese tea culture in a traditional confectionery shop in Hiroshima where you can enjoy a traditional table-style tea ceremony, whisk your own tea, taste traditional sweets, and savor a boxed lunch.

from$61.81
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Tea Ceremony in a 100-Year-Old Hiroshima Confectionery Shop 1
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HIROSHIMA

Tea Ceremony in a 100-Year-Old Hiroshima Confectionery Shop

Only 5 minutes’ walk from the Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome, step into a confectionery shop with a history spanning over 100 years for a table-style tea ceremony. You’ll also whisk your own tea and taste traditional sweets.

from$41.21
With matcha
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UedaSōko Tradition Tea Room Tour and Tea ceremony experience 5
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HIROSHIMA

Hiroshima Samurai Tea Room Tour & Tea Ceremony

Travel through Hiroshima’s past and experience the intricate rituals of a traditional tea ceremony with 400 years of history rooted in samurai culture in a traditional tea room only 15 minutes by train from the A-bomb dome.

from$41.21
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Authentic Tea Ceremony Class in Osaka 2
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OSAKA

Authentic Tea Ceremony with Wagashi in Osaka

Escape the hustle and bustle of Osaka and discover the traditions of the Japanese tea ceremony. Make matcha to enjoy alongside traditional Japanese sweets, all without needing to sit in a kneeling position, for a comfortable and fun experience.

from$48.08
Learn etiquette
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Kimono Experience & Japanese Tea Ceremony Near Tokyo Disney 1
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CHIBA

Kimono Experience & Japanese Tea Ceremony Near Tokyo Disney

Dress in a beautiful silk kimono and experience the intricate ritual of a Japanese tea ceremony in this private experience. Sip tea with traditional Japanese confectioneries and learn cultural insights from your host at her home near Tokyo Disney.

from$135.99
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Sushi, Tea Ceremony, & Matcha-Making in Tokyo (Setagaya) 1
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TOKYO

Sushi, Tea Ceremony, & Matcha-Making in Tokyo (Setagaya)

Learn about Japanese culture, customs, & traditions during this interactive experience in Tokyo’s charming Setagaya neighborhood. Enjoy a professionally made sushi lunch, a Japanese tea ceremony demonstration, & learn how to make & serve matcha tea.

from$89.28
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Tea Ceremony Class in Kagoshima City 1
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KAGOSHIMA

Tea Ceremony Class or Local Tea Tasting in Kagoshima City

Learn how to serve matcha in the traditional style of a Japanese tea ceremony or learn to serve and taste five different kinds of Kagoshima tea in this unique tea experience in Kagoshima City.

from$53.91
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Private Tea Ceremony in a Japanese Painter's Garden 1
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KYOTO

Tea Ceremony in a Japanese Painter's Garden – Kyoto

Enter a world of Japanese art, nature, history, culture, & tea. Join Junko Sophie Kakizaki — a respected tea ceremony master — for a small group Japanese tea ceremony at Hakusasonso Hashimoto Kansetsu Garden & Museum in Kyoto.

from$604.39
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Traditional Table-Style Tea Ceremony in Tokyo (Setagaya) 1
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TOKYO

Traditional Table-Style Tea Ceremony in Tokyo (Setagaya)

A professional tea master leads this experience in Setagaya, Tokyo, where you can experience a traditional Japanese ceremony and sip on a refreshing cup of sencha green tea comfortably using tables and chairs in a traditional tatami room.

from$68.68
Private Experience
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Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Experience in a Small Tea Room 1
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KYOTO

Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Kyoto Tea Master

Travel to the picturesque Kamogawa Delta, only 30 minutes from Kyoto Station by public transportation, to experience a peaceful traditional Japanese tea ceremony led by a tea master with over 30 years of experience in the craft.

from$206.04
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We really wanted to do a tea ceremony in a more intimate setting and Aya exceeded our expectations. It was very interesting to learn some background knowledge and the tea room itself with the cute little garden was so pretty. If you are in Kyoto, I can recommend it 100%. Better to pay a little more, it was one of the best experiences we had in Japan. Many thanks to Aya
Eva Gratz
March 31, 2025
Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience 3
Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience
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This whole experience was amazing - so informative, immersive, and truly an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend booking this when you’re in Kyoto!
Ioana Danci
March 29, 2025
Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience 3
Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience
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Wasn't sure what to expect but this definitely exceeded expectations. The garden is very beautiful and the tea house was lovely. We had a fantastic server that explained everything to us as we went along. The lunch was really well made, beautiful and delicious!
Lola Pauley
March 29, 2025
Tokyo National Museum Historic Teahouse Tour & Dining (Ueno) 1
Tokyo National Museum Historic Teahouse Tour & Dining (Ueno)
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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)
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We had the best time, our tea ceremony instructor was very kind and explained the tea ceremony in detail and allowed us to do our own mancha. Our kids had a great time.
Maria Luis
March 26, 2025
Experience a tea ceremony in an authentic tearoom, in Kyoto! 1
Experience a Tea Ceremony in a 130-Year-Old Tearoom in Kyoto
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Tea Ceremony in Japan

Dating back to the 8th century, tea was originally introduced to Japan from China. The tea ceremony in Japan is considered to be one of the three main traditional Japanese art forms, sitting proudly alongside calligraphy and ikebana flower arranging. The ritualistic side of the Japanese tea ceremony and the preparation of matcha green tea was introduced by Zen Buddhists in Kyoto. Today, the historical and ceremonial process of preparing matcha is known as "chado" or "the way of tea," and can be enjoyed at tea rooms throughout Japan from Tokyo to Osaka and beyond. Once a beverage enjoyed solely by bureaucrats and elite samurai, Japanese green tea and traditional practices of the Japanese tea ceremony in Japan is now an experience enjoyed by anyone. Typically held in a beautiful Japanese tea room, you can enjoy matcha with traditional wagashi sweets during a Japan tea ceremony where you can even learn how to make matcha yourself with guidance from a master. Relax and enjoy the refinement and tranquility of this unique cultural experience that is deeply rooted in Japan’s history.