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Experience the serenity of traditional tea ceremonies paired with the artful creation of Wagashi in these cultural experiences.
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Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience

A Japanese cultural practice that originated in Kyoto, take part in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony with a licensed tea ceremony instructor. Enjoy high-quality Kyoto matcha and intricate Japanese sweets, as you learn about tea ceremony etiquette.

from¥11,000
(18)
With dessert
Private Experience
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KYOTO

Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Kyoto Machiya

Discover the warmth of Japanese omotenashi (hospitality) during this traditional Japanese tea ceremony at a renovated townhouse in Kyoto. Join tea master Randy Channell for a peaceful tea ritual featuring Kyoto matcha and local sweets.

from¥6,500
(3)
Tea experience
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KYOTO

Authentic Kyoto Tea Ceremony near Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Located near the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kiyomizu-dera Temple, this traditional tea ceremony is held in Kyoto, the city where tea culture first emerged in Japan. Amid all the sightseeing, take a moment to slow down with a bowl of matcha.

from¥5,000
(2)
Learn etiquette
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KYOTO

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

Observe, savor, and brew at this tea ceremony experience in Kyoto! Guided by a professional tea ceremony instructor, you’ll witness a tea ceremony, taste premium tea from Kyoto, then try your hand at brewing some of your own.

from¥3,000
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KYOTO

Private Tea Ceremony Next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site

At a teahouse located next to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ryoan-ji, experience a private tea ceremony overlooking a Japanese garden. This immersive and restorative ritual will leave you feeling relaxed and zen.

from¥12,000
(1)
Private Experience
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KYOTO

Japanese Tea & Zen: Private Ceremony & Tasting in Kyoto

Travel to the samurai era and experience the elegance of a private Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto! Enjoy two kinds of powdered green tea and traditional sweets, then participate in a private tea ceremony before learning how to make tea yourself.

from¥6,600
Wear kimono
Private Experience
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TOKYO

Tea Ceremony and Wagashi Making in Traditional Tea Room

Join this captivating, culturally immersive experience in the heart of Tokyo, in the tranquil setting of a traditional Japanese tea room. Enjoy a Japanese tea ceremony guided by a local expert, and learn about its history and etiquette.

from¥7,000
(3)
Learn etiquette
Food Tours
TOKYO

Private Authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony & Wagashi in Tokyo

A genuine Japanese tea ceremony experience with interactive tea preparation and a lecture on the cultural significance and history of the ceremony. Enjoy the tea you make with traditional Japanese confections meant to be paired with matcha tea.

from¥6,600
(2)
Tea experience
Private Experience
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KYOTO

Tea Ceremony, Matcha & Wagashi Making in a Kyoto Home

Join a tea ceremony experience in Kyoto! Learn about the history of Japanese tea, watch a ceremonial matcha demonstration, and make and enjoy matcha and traditional wagashi sweets. You’ll leave with newfound knowledge and unforgettable memories!

from¥8,000
(1)
Food Tours
TOKYO

Tea Ceremony (Sado), Matcha, & Wagashi-Making in Tokyo

Make wagashi (traditional Japanese desserts), matcha, & enjoy a tea ceremony (sado) demonstration in Tokyo’s quaint Setagaya neighborhood. This experience includes an expert, English-speaking guide & a take-home souvenir.

from¥8,000
(1)
with matcha learn etiquette
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OKAYAMA

Private Japanese Tea Ceremony With a Tea Master (Okayama)

Experience a private Japanese tea ceremony with a Tea Master in Kurashiki, a charming city in Okayama. Witness a traditional tea ceremony, enjoy fresh matcha and wagashi, then make matcha yourself under the guidance of your Tea Master.

from¥6,000
(1)
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KYOTO

Tea Ceremony in a Japanese Painter's Garden – Kyoto

Enter a world of Japanese art, nature, history, culture, & tea. Join Junko Sophie Kakizaki – a respected tea ceremony master – for a small group Japanese tea ceremony at Hakusasonso Hashimoto Kansetsu Garden & Museum in Kyoto.

from¥88,000
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HIROSHIMA

Hiroshima Hike: Mountaintop Tea Ceremony & Shrines

Embark on a nature lover's dream in Hiroshima with a breathtaking mountaintop tea ceremony & hike! Ascend Mt. Futaba, bask in the forest air, sip on matcha tea with a breathtaking city view, & explore ancient shrines with passionate guides.

from¥16,500
(1)
With matcha
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CHIBA

Kimono Experience & Japanese Tea Ceremony Near Tokyo Disney

Dress in a beautiful silk kimono and experience the intricate ritual of a Japanese tea ceremony in this private experience. Sip tea with traditional Japanese confectioneries and learn cultural insights from your host at her home near Tokyo Disney.

from¥10,000
(1)
Private Experience
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KYOTO

Comfortable Japanese Tea Ceremony at a Table with Sweets

Enjoy an accessible tea ceremony without having to sit on the floor. This tea ceremony is performed sitting at a table, perfect for those who have difficulty or pain siting on the floor. Experience includes matcha and Japanese sweets.

from¥2,900
Learn etiquette
Food Tours
TOKYO

Practice Zen and Traditional Tea Ceremony With a Tea Master

With the guidance of a tea master, reach inner peace through the Zen practices within the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Learn gestures, forms, and movements used in tea ceremonies and implement them in your tea ceremony performance.

from¥9,900
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CHIBA

Japanese Tea Ceremony & Traditional Music Near Tokyo Disney

A local welcomes you into her home in this private experience near Tokyo Disney. Participate in a tea ceremony with traditional sweets and learn to play the koto, a Japanese string instrument, in this unique introduction to Japanese arts.

from¥9,800
Private Experience
Food Tours
TOKYO

Tea Ceremony & Sweets at Tokyo’s Koboji Temple

Take a break from modern life and enjoy the calming atmosphere of a traditional tea ceremony! Learn the history and etiquette in a Buddhist temple in Tokyo and munch on traditional sweets. A flower arrangement option is also available.

from¥10,000
Food Tours
TOKYO

Private Japanese Tea Ceremony & Matcha with A Master (Tokyo)

Enter the world of Japanese tea in Tokyo! Witness a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, enjoy a fresh bowl of premium matcha, & then learn how to prepare tea as a master would. You’ll also learn about Japanese culture, zen principles, & more.

from¥10,000
(1)
Private Experience
Food Tours
TOKYO

Friendly Wagashi Making and Tea Ceremony in Central Tokyo

The perfect tea ceremony experience for beginners! Enjoy making seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets) and learning the art of the Japanese tea ceremony. The tea master will perform the ceremony, and then you’ll get to prepare the matcha yourself!

from¥13,200
(1)
Private Experience
Food Tours
KAGOSHIMA

Tea Ceremony Class or Local Tea Tasting in Kagoshima City

Learn how to serve matcha in the traditional style of a Japanese tea ceremony or learn to serve and taste five different kinds of Kagoshima tea in this unique tea experience in Kagoshima City.

from¥7,850
Learn etiquette
Food Tours
TOKYO

Sushi, Tea Ceremony, & Matcha-Making in Tokyo (Setagaya)

Learn about Japanese culture, customs, & traditions during this interactive experience in Tokyo’s charming Setagaya neighborhood. Enjoy a professionally made sushi lunch, a Japanese tea ceremony demonstration, & learn how to make & serve matcha tea.

from¥13,000
(1)
with lunch with matcha learn etiquette
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KANAGAWA

Supreme Sencha: Tea Ceremony & Making Experience in Kanagawa

Join Kiyohiko-san, an acclaimed tea master from the Higashi Abe School of Senchado, for an immersive sencha tea ceremony in Kanagawa. Observe the ceremony, master the art of preparing & serving sencha, & enjoy it alongside delicious wagashi sweets.

from¥10,000
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Very fun and informative!
Margaret Leighton
November 11, 2024
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Tea Ceremony and Wagashi Making in Traditional Tea Room
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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.
Ymke de weijer
November 05, 2024
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Kimono Experience & Japanese Tea Ceremony Near Tokyo Disney
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I attended the private tea ceremony hosted by Aya with three friends. The experience was lovely, she was a delight to hear the culture of tea ceremonies from as well as patient about teaching us the ceremonial procedures. It was also great to hear her personal stories about Japan and the intricacies of tea and tea ceremonies. She was also very accommodating when one of my friends was unable to sit on the tatami mats by offering to get a chair for her. The atmosphere to her home was lovely, and the tearoom itself. She also took many pictures which we did not expect but are very grateful for. Overall a fabulous tea ceremony experience, and we couldn’t have imagined a better taste (both literally and figuratively) of Japanese culture!
Kelsey Costa
November 02, 2024
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Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience
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Excellent presentation
David Owen
November 01, 2024
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Private Kyoto Tea Ceremony and Sweets Experience
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We enjoyed a wonderful experience with the tea master. We leaned so much and about the importance of the ceremony in Japanese culture as well as preparing tea ourselves. とても啓発的な経験でした。先生、ありがとう...John and Carol
John Sullivan
October 28, 2024
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Private Japanese Tea Ceremony & Matcha with A Master (Tokyo)
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The Art of Wagashi and the Traditional Tea Ceremony

Immerse yourself in the harmonious world of Wagashi, the delicate and beautiful Japanese confectionery, and the traditional tea ceremony. With roots that trace back centuries, both Wagashi and the tea ceremony hold a special place within Japanese culture, embodying an aesthetic philosophy that appreciates simplicity, beauty, and a profound connection to nature. Ideal for both gourmets and culture enthusiasts alike, these experiences offer an opportunity to discover and appreciate the intricate craftsmanship and the serene practices that make them so revered.

Discover the Exquisite Making of Wagashi

Wagashi are more than just sweets; they are edible art. Crafted from natural ingredients like sweet bean paste, rice flour, and seasonal fruits, each Wagashi sweet is designed to reflect the beauty of the changing seasons. In a Wagashi-making class, you will learn how to mix, shape, and sculpt these ingredients to create your own traditional confections. Guided by expert artisans, you will experience first-hand the meticulous attention to detail and the cultural significance that each piece of Wagashi embodies. The process is not only a culinary delight but also a meditative practice, encouraging mindfulness and appreciation for delicate flavors and visuals.

Experience the Serenity of a Traditional Tea Ceremony

The traditional tea ceremony, known as Chanoyu, is a spiritual and philosophical event steeped in precision and grace. Engaging in a tea ceremony offers an intimate glimpse into Japanese culture. Each movement, from the preparation to the serving of matcha—a powdered green tea—carries deep significance, focusing on harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility. Participants are invited to leave the chaos of daily life behind and find a moment of calm through ritual and reflection in an authentic setting. Guided experiences in tea ceremony ensure understanding of each ritual’s purpose and foster a deeper appreciation for the simplistic beauty of Japanese customs.

Combining the making of Wagashi with the tea ceremony allows for a complete cultural experience. Savor the sweetness of Wagashi while sipping finely prepared matcha, fostering an intricate balance of flavors and traditions. Join these experiences to explore a world where culinary art and culture blend perfectly to provide an unforgettable glimpse into the heart of Japan—right through your taste buds.