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Visit a private home in Chiba, just a short train ride from Tokyo Disney
Dress in traditional attire and take photos in kimono or a ninja outfit
Take part in a Japanese tea ceremony and enjoy tea with traditional sweets
Experience the beauty of Japanese traditions and hospitality in a private home in Chiba.
Noriko, your host, will introduce you to fascinating aspects of Japanese culture through hands-on activities that will deepen your understanding of ancient rituals and customs.
In this experience, Noriko will welcome you to her home, where you’ll go over the flow of the day before changing into traditional attire. Female participants will wear a beautifully patterned silk kimono, while male participants can wear either a light cotton kimono (known as a yukata) or a ninja outfit with a replica sword.
After everyone is dressed in traditional clothing, capture this unique moment by taking many photos on your host’s digital camera. Learn more about Japanese garments and their cultural significance from your host.
After changing back into your clothes, you’ll then participate in a traditional tea ceremony. Your host will demonstrate the precise rituals involved in this long-standing cultural practice that originated over 1,000 years ago. Sip on a cup of tea expertly prepared by your host and served with traditional Japanese confectioneries.
This comprehensive and personalized introduction to Japanese arts and traditions will surely be a highlight of your time in Japan!
Enjoy learning about the culture and customs from your knowledgeable host.
If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please specify so at the time of booking
The green tea served during the tea ceremony contains caffeine. If you’d like a decaf option, please contact your host in advance
The duration of the experience will depend on the number of guests
You will change into traditional attire, take photos, and participate in a Japanese tea ceremony with tea and traditional sweets, all hosted in a private home near Tokyo Disney.
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Available
Halal
Not Available
Pescetarian
Not Available
Gluten-free
Available
Kosher
Not Available
Vegetarian
Available
Vegan
Available
Halal
Not Available
Pescetarian
Not Available
Gluten-free
Available
Kosher
Not Available
Course changes seasonally, exact dishes can't be confirmed in advance. byFood can communicate any dietary needs to the host when you book.
Tea ceremony, one cup of tea and Japanese traditional sweets
Garment rental: silk kimono for women and yukata or ninja outfit for men
Experience fee
Transportation to the meeting point and from the drop-off point
Meet your host at Shin-Urayasu Station
Meet your host at Shin-Urayasu Station. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Noriko is a wonderful, great, friendly and funny lady. She has a lot of knowledge about Japanese history and loves to share that.
She’s an excellent kimono-sensei (teacher), has a great selection of very precious kimonos, also in big sizes. She’s a wonderful matcha teacher; serves delicious green tea with traditional Japanese sweet, while she explains the history of tea ceremonies.
Response from NorikoNovember 26, 2024
Thank you for your visit my home and beautiful review. Wearing real Kimono is special experience. I am so happy to hear you loved my service. I also enjoyed the time I spent with you very much. I am looking foward to seeing you again.
YD
Ymke de weijerNovember 2024 • byFood
The kimono dressing and Japanese tea ceremony was a wonderful, immersive experience. Being dressed in a traditional kimono was a unique way to connect with Japanese culture, and the tea ceremony that followed was just as fascinating. The host’s enthusiasm brought each step to life, and I learned so much about the traditions. A truly special experience I’d recommend to anyone wanting to explore Japanese culture in a beautiful, meaningful way.
Response from NorikoNovember 26, 2024
Thank you Ymke. You looked like a princess in the gorgeous Kimono. I was impressed by the sincere interest in Japapnese culture you showed. I have only been able to introduce you to a small part of Japanese culture. Please try to come back again and let's dive into deeper Japanese culture.