JXJames XiaoOctober 2026 • byFood
chihiro and her friend were excellent hosts. They were cheerful, kind and patient, possessing extensive knowledge about ceremonial tea practices while also communicating impressively in english.
CResponse from ChihiroOctober 13, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the tea ceremony with us. It was a pleasure meeting you and sharing the beauty of Japanese tea culture. We hope you have many more wonderful experiences during your travels in Japan!
JFJanna FrerichsMarch 2026 • byFood
It was a great experience. The matcha was of very good quality and the two women wo made the matcha and thought us how to do it were super kind and we had much fun talking to them. One of them was also very good at talking in english, so we would recommend this for foreigners also. We also felt very safe while learning the traditions of drinking tea - the hostes thought us with patience and calm.
We would absolutely do it again because the hostes and atmosphere (and of course the matcha) were s...read more
CResponse from ChihiroMarch 11, 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review.
We are so happy that you enjyoyed the matcha, the atmosphere, and the conversation with us. In tea ceremony we tresure the spirit of Ichigo Ichie - every meeting is a special moment. It was truly a plesure to share this time with you. We hope to welcome you again someday.
ASAdia StrotherMarch 2026 • byFood
I’m visiting from the United States, and this was one of the most meaningful experiences of my trip. The hosts were incredibly warm, patient, and knowledgeable, and they made me feel truly welcome from the moment I arrived. They gently guided me through each step of the tea ceremony and shared the beautiful history and cultural meaning behind the tradition.
I was especially touched by the care and intention behind every movement. It helped me appreciate how the tea ceremony is not just about dr...read more
CResponse from ChihiroMarch 07, 2026
Thank you very much for your kind and thoughtful review. It truly means a lot to us. We were so happy that you already knew the phrase "Ichigo Ichie." Meeting you was truly an Ichigo Ichie moment for us as well.Thank you for bringing such a warm and open spirit to the experience. You are always welcome anytime you visit Japan again.
OLOlena LytvynenkoJanuary 2026 • byFood
I was very happy that I chose the tea ceremony with Chihiro. She was very authentic and kind as a person, and everything went smoothly. It was a wonderful encounter with Japanese tradition as it is truly lived – not presented in an artificial or distant way, but in a very human, warm, and approachable manner, while still carrying a deep spiritual touch.
CResponse from ChihiroJanuary 20, 2026
Thank you for coming to the teaceremony while you were travelling in Japan, and for leaving such a warm review.
I hope it became one of your memorable experiences here.
MMengesNovember 2025 • byFood
We were picked up at the statue from our host and had a nice chat with her until reaching the premises (5 min by foot) where the experience took place. Our host kindly explained the structure of the experience and also gave us a brief history and explanation of the craft and why she has an interest in tea ceremonies. The matcha and the sweets were really good and we had a fun and interesting experience. Arigatou gozaimasu!
CResponse from ChihiroNovember 10, 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review.
I was impressed by how beautifully you both prepared the tea.
You even said “Otemae chōdai itashimasu” so gracefully — your Japanese was wonderful.
I hope you will continue to enjoy Japanese green tea at home as well.
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