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Tea Ceremony at a Showa Style Japanese Home in Nara

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Duration
1 hour
Number of Guests
1 - 5 guests
Accessibility
Family-friendly
Language
Japanese, English
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Halal, Vegan, Vegetarian, Tea experience

Enjoy the tranquility and welcoming atmosphere during a traditional tea ceremony in an authentic Japanese home; just like visiting grandma’s house!

Highlights

  • Learn about the Japanese tea ceremony at a traditional tea room in a Japanese home in Nara

  • Experience the tranquility of this nostalgic Japanese home as you learn about the history and preparation of green tea in Japan

  • Guests who have never participated in any kind of tea ceremony are more than welcome to join this experience

  • Enjoy matcha green tea and traditional Japanese sweets

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

The city of Nara and the surrounding Nara Prefecture is quaint yet full of history, making it the perfect location for a rich, cultural experience. Temporarily the capital of Japan, Nara has a long legacy of once being a cultural hub in Japan. It is also a short distance from Kyoto, which is known for its history and creativity, making Nara a perfect day trip away. Held within a welcoming setting in a Japanese home, this Showa Style Tea Ceremony at a Japanese Home in Nara offers a wonderful opportunity to learn about the Japanese art of tea ceremony.


Hidden down a quiet street on the outskirts of the central area of Nara, you can enjoy an immersive experience learning about the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Welcoming you into their traditionally-decorated home that evokes the Showa period, your friendly hosts will be wearing traditional Japanese kimonos. You will find yourself immediately embraced by a warm atmosphere, and feel just like you’re visiting grandma’s house. The traditional Showa-style decor complements the traditional tea room, which features tatami mats.


Experience peace of mind, feeling cozy and calm within the tranquility of this traditional Japanese home. This humble tea room in Nara is the perfect place for people to experience a Japanese tea ceremony for the first time, even for guests who have experienced it multiple times before. Enjoy the delicious taste of matcha and the fine atmosphere of the tea ceremony during your trip to Nara!


Your friendly instructors will explain about the tea ceremony, its history, preparation, and different ingredients. You will learn all about the flow and different elements of the process of preparing matcha green tea. Relax as your instructor shows you the ritual of the tea ceremony within this quiet and peaceful space. Enjoy delicious matcha and seasonal Japanese sweets while you relax. Let time pass slowly during this immersive Nara tea ceremony experience.

Inclusions

  • Instructions from a tea ceremony teacher

  • Japanese wagashi sweets

  • Ingredients and tools to perform tea ceremony

Exclusions

  • Transportation to and from the venue

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • This event is a 20-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station (the route passes through Nara City) or 10 minutes by bus (get off at "Kijimachi") and walk for 3 minutes on foot from the bus stop.

Remarks

  • The private class price is 19,000 yen. Up to 5 people may join. If you would like to book this private class, please select 1 Adult.

  • Please wear your normal clothing

  • This experience supplies everything required for a tea ceremony.

  • If you have difficulty sitting on the tatami mat you may sit comfortably with seat cushions available.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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The historic seat of power and faith in Japan, Nara has some of the most authentic and breathtaking culture in the entire country — and also friendly deer!

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