Japan · TEA CEREMONIES IN TOKYO
Good tea ceremonies in Tokyo fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Make matcha with a Tokyo tea master, taste wakocha and gyokuro, enjoy wagashi, and learn Japanese tea customs in 60 minutes.
“Learned something about Japanese tea and the art and etiquette of tea ceremony”
Learn Chado in a traditional Tokyo tearoom with matcha, sweets, meditation, and hands-on tea making under an Urasenke-licensed instructor.
“One of the most amazing experiences I had in Japan! Highly recommended for anyone visiting Japan. Great way to learn and experience the Japanese culture. Very warm and comforting experience, this definitely brings people closer together great for couples.”
Dress in a kimono near Sensoji, learn matcha customs, and explore Asakusa with optional professional photos for $56.
“This was by far the best part of our trip. The kindness and care was unmatched and I will definitely be going back on my next trip to Japan. Thank you again to the whole staff!”
Dress in a seasonal kimono, learn tea ceremony etiquette, whisk matcha, and enjoy wagashi in Asakusa during this 90-minute Tokyo experience.
“This exceeded expectations - an interesting introduction to a key cultural aspect of Japanese life. The activity was very well staffed and all the staff were charming. The activity included dressing in a kimono which was very atmospheric and photogenic. Altogether a very good experience.”
Learn the rituals of Japanese tea in a private Shibuya tea room, with premium organic matcha, wagashi sweets, and hands-on preparation.
“I love tea so was most definitely going to book a tea ceremony experience. The guide met us at the location specified and messaged before hand too. The guide had so much passion for matcha tea especially since his family for 2 generations has tea farms. He explained the calmness around the whole tea ceremony experience, how to respect every object used and the differences in matcha. I would definitely recommend this experience.”
Practice a guided Japanese tea ceremony near Tokyo Tower, learn its Zen roots, taste matcha and sweets, then prepare tea yourself.
“Such a lovely hostess and tea master. It was an amazing experience getting to know a bit more of the Japanese culture. And we even learned how to execute the ceremony. Must do activity.”
See Mt. Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi and Arakurayama, make matcha, shop Gotemba, or soak in an onsen on this full Tokyo day tour.
“Liked all the sites and information the guide told.”
Learn to prepare matcha in a traditional Tokyo tearoom, choose a bowl and sweets, and enjoy a calm 45 to 60 minute cultural experience.
“We had a fantastic time at the Tea ceremony and the host couldn’t be more helpful. It was very authentic and attention to detail. We were able to take photos and videos and the host took pictures for us. We also dressed in Japanese kimonos which they did for us which just finished the experience perfect. We all had a wonderful time would recommend it to anyone.”
Learn to prepare matcha with tea master Mari in a six-person Tokyo tea ceremony near Nishi-Nippori, Yanaka, and Nezu Shrine.
“Amazing!!! An absolute must do, we had such a fun experience. The host is so sweet, speaks english amazing and takes you through a real traditional tea ceremony!! We absolutely loved it”
Make two seasonal Kyoto-style nerikiri sweets, grind Uji Matcha, and take part in a 95-minute tea ceremony in Tokyo.
“A great way to know about Japan’s wagashi and to understand the tea ceremony. Marie is a great presenter”
Learn to whisk matcha, taste Japanese sweets, and explore tea ceremony customs in a relaxed one-hour Asakusa experience.
“it was and amazing experience. it was very informative and peaceful. 10/10 would recommend. Midori was an incredible guide. she is so Kind and cute ♥️”
Make seasonal nerikiri, wasanbon ohigashi, and single-origin matcha in a relaxed 125-minute Tokyo culture workshop.
“It was a lovely experience! The instructor was very kind and knowledgeable, and also gave instructions in English which was very kind! I really recommend this experience. Thank you so much!”
Make fresh single-origin matcha, enjoy ohigashi sweets, and learn tea ceremony basics in a relaxed 30-minute Tokyo experience.
“The guide was very lovely when we had transportation issues that made us not arrive on time.”
Learn matcha, watch a formal Tokyo tea ceremony, and make seasonal nerikiri sweets in a calm, English-led one-hour experience.
“Privileged to be able to watch such a beautiful more about cultural importance. ceremony and learn”
Learn to prepare matcha in a private Shibuya tea room with English-speaking teachers, sweets, etiquette, and optional kimono wear.
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