Sublime Sencha: Tea Ceremony & Making Experience in Kyoto

Among Kyoto’s ancient temples and serene gardens lies a tranquil oasis where the art of senchado comes to life. Senchado, a Japanese tea ceremony using sencha tea leaves, offers a profound glimpse into the country's rich cultural heritage. You’ll witness a senchado tea ceremony demonstration by your host, Kiyohiko-san, learn how to prepare and serve sencha tea, then enjoy your freshly made sencha with wagashi desserts. Experience flow: A sencha tea ceremony demonstration Learn how to prepare and serve sencha tea Enjoy your freshly made sencha tea with wagashi (Japanese sweets) Kiyohiko-san, a renowned Japanese tea ceremony expert, trained at the prestigious Higashi Abe School of Senchado, founded by Ino Setsumatsu (a descendant of the renowned Abe Koushu sencha family). Kiyohiko-san is dedicated to sharing authentic, engaging tea ceremony experiences to tea lovers far and wide. A Sencha Tea Ceremony Demonstration: The journey begins with a captivating sencha tea ceremony demonstration. Kiyohiko-san carefully measures the tea leaves, heats the water to a precise temperature, and expertly prepares the tea using a delicate touch, all while explaining the significance and history of each step. Learn How to Prepare and Serve Sencha Tea: Following the demonstration, you can become an active participant in this time-honored tradition. Under the guidance of Kiyohiko-san, you'll learn the intricate art of preparing and serving sencha tea. Senchado is a highly ritualistic and refined practice that emphasizes the careful brewing and serving of sencha tea made from steamed tea leaves. Senchado places great importance on precise techniques, attention to detail, and a deep appreciation for the aesthetics and flavors of the tea. Enjoy Freshly Made Sencha and Wagashi: Once you’ve mastered the utensils, techniques, and preparation of your sencha, enjoy your freshly made tea alongside wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets).