Japan 日本茶 美食体验(17)

One of the highlights of my trip to Japan. Akito is so kind and knowledgeable. I visited a beautiful farm and tried some wonderful teas. Amazing experience. 6/5 stars!

**A Life-Changing Mother-Daughter Experience - Beyond Words Beautiful ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐** I'm still getting emotional just thinking about our matcha tea ceremony experience. As a mother who values authentic connections with my daughter, this wasn't just an activity - it was a soul-stirring moment that I'll treasure forever. From the moment we were dressed in our beautiful kimonos, Maya and I were transported into something sacred. The gentle guidance through each ritual, the mindful preparation of the matcha, the quiet reverence of the traditional tea room - every detail created space for us to truly be present with each other. What moved me most was watching my daughter embrace this ancient tradition with such grace and curiosity. In that peaceful moment, sharing Japanese sweets and sipping our carefully prepared tea, I felt the profound connection between generations of mothers and daughters who have shared similar rituals of mindfulness and love. This experience reminded me why I'm so passionate about creating meaningful moments with my children. The ceremony taught us both about slowing down, honoring tradition, and finding beauty in simplicity - values I hope to carry forward in our daily lives. If you're a parent looking for an authentic cultural experience that goes beyond typical tourist activities, this tea ceremony is transformative. It's not just about learning Japanese customs; it's about creating space for connection and reflection with people you love.

We were met on time at Cora Coffee. Her class was set up nicely in her home. She spoke wonderful English and answered all our questions. She was very encouraging in our attempts and onigiri and Japanese only making ability or lack thereof. The food was wonderful. I would highly recommend this for anyone who loves Japanese food. And your breakfast is taken care of for the day.

I had such a fantastic experience on the tea farm tour with Akito. He was incredibly kind and knowledgeable, and was very happy to answer all of my questions. I would highly recommend this tour if you happen to be in Shizuoka or if you have any interest in learning about tea.

This tour was absolutely one of the best experiences I did in Japan. I saw this tour through social media which immediately caught my attention since I love tea. Akito is definitely an amazing guide and he is well versed with anything about tea. He taught our group a lot about the history, variations, and so much more. I would recommend this tour everyone especially to those who love tea as well. It was the highlight of my trip to Japan. If ever I’ll be around Shizuoka again, I will do it again. Thank you very much, Akito-san!