Senchado is a Japanese tea ceremony centered on sencha tea leaves, offering a deeper look into Japan’s refined tea culture.

In this tea-focused experience in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, you will observe a senchado tea ceremony led by your host, Kiyohiko-san, learn how to prepare and serve sencha tea, and enjoy your freshly brewed cup with wagashi, traditional Japanese sweets.

The experience begins with a senchado tea ceremony presentation. Watch as Kiyohiko-san carefully measures the tea leaves, heats the water to the proper temperature, and prepares the tea, explaining the meaning behind each step. This calm and thoughtful demonstration highlights the precision and beauty of senchado.

After the presentation, you will take part in the practice yourself. With clear guidance from Kiyohiko-san, you will learn how to prepare and serve sencha tea using traditional tools. Senchado places strong emphasis on technique, balance, and attention to detail, making this a rewarding hands-on experience for tea lovers.

To conclude, sit back and enjoy your freshly brewed sencha paired with wagashi. This final moment offers an opportunity to appreciate the aroma, flavor, and craftsmanship that went into the tea you have prepared.

Your host, Kiyohiko-san, trained at the respected Higashi Abe School of Senchado, founded by Ino Setsumatsu of the Abe Koushu sencha family. He is dedicated to sharing authentic senchado experiences with tea enthusiasts worldwide.