Totally Tea: Ceremony, Tasting, & Making Experience in Kyoto

Immerse yourself in the elegant world of the Japanese tea ceremony! This time-honored tradition has been steeped in elegance and culture for centuries. Participate in an authentic tea ceremony before learning how to make tea yourself. Step into the elegant world of the Japanese tea ceremony! Rooted in Zen Buddhism and celebrated in Kyoto, the ceremonial art of preparing matcha, a powdered green tea, will captivate your senses. Every move and gesture carries significance, and mindfulness lies at the core. Rie, your passionate host, will guide you through this exquisite and time-honored tradition. Born and raised in Kyoto, Rie was working in a bank when she discovered the tea room as the ultimate relaxation spot. Now she's an expert in the art of the Japanese tea ceremony! Rie holds the title of 2nd Degree Instructor at Urasenke (1 of 3 leading Japanese tea ceremony schools). In 2015, she founded her own tea ceremony experience business to share the authentic beauty of her culture with everyone, including visitors like you! During your experience, you’ll start by savoring organic matcha tea from Uji (Kyoto), thoughtfully brewed by Rie. Then you can try making tea, a hands-on and immersive experience! Satisfy your sweet tooth with a Japanese delicacy that perfectly complements the tea. For the ultimate touch of elegance, why not dress in a classic kimono, embracing Japan's cultural heritage to the fullest? Rie and her tea ceremony experiences have garnered recognition from Japan's House of Representatives and special guests invited by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, making it the top choice for a shared tea ceremony experience. With Rie's guidance, you'll leave with unforgettable memories and a deep appreciation for this splendid Japanese art.