Japan · TEA CEREMONY EXPERIENCES
Forty-five minutes on a tatami floor, whisking your own matcha, with somebody explaining why every movement is that way round. These 15 are compared on setting, whether a kimono is included and how much of it is in English.
Review of Kyoto’s 45-minute tea ceremony in Kiyomizu, with matcha making, a traditional garden, English instruction, and practical tips.
“Amazing experience in a tranquil atmosphere and such a beautiful surroundings. Our tea master was great in explaining how we should approach the way of life and learning in Japan as we were coached how to prepare the best green tea ever!”
Learn the quiet art of matcha at Kyoto’s Jotokuji Temple, with a tea master, temple ritual, sweets, and hands-on practice.
“Absolutely incredible experience all around. we learned so much from our guide and our tea master was extremely kind, welcoming and encouraging. 10/10 recommend !”
Learn authentic matcha preparation with a Urasenke tea master near Kinkakuji, with sweets, kimono options, and a candlelight session.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable and loved that we could add on rental of kimono. The setting was perfect and the history lesson of the tea ceremony was great.”
Explore Nara’s deer, Todai-ji, Kasuga Shrine, Byodoin, and a hands-on Uji matcha lesson on an efficient Kyoto day trip.
“At-Chan is an amazing guide! Very knowledgeable, fun, and sweet. She kept us on pace, and we saw a lot! Nara is very historic and there’s lots to see including the deer. A highlight for me was the stop in Ugi, where we learned how to make matcha. It was such a lovely day, one of the best tours I’ve taken.”
Learn the meaning of Japanese tea ceremony, whisk your own matcha, and enjoy seasonal sweets in a quiet tatami room in Osaka.
“Very informative. Great experience. Learned to make matcha. Thank you.”
Learn matcha, calligraphy, and tea ceremony manners in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse, with chair seating and an optional kimono.
“An absolutely amazing experience!! Would recommend to anyone, the hosts were so friendly and informative”
Join a one-hour matcha ceremony in Kanazawa’s Kenrokuen Garden, with traditional sweets, clear English guidance, and hands-on tea making.
“highly recommend!! the garden is gorgeous, and the women leading the tea ceremony were amazing.”
Dress in a Kyoto kimono, learn the tea ritual, prepare matcha, and enjoy wagashi sweets at Maikoya Nishiki in a 90-minute cultural experience.
“A authentic experience and a highlight of my visit to Kyoto. Kimonos were high-quality, accessories generous, and the staff very helpful. The tea ceremony host gave a wonderful introduction, describing all details and the meaning behind eRead more”
Learn to whisk matcha, follow tea etiquette, and taste Japanese sweets in a small Osaka class near Dotonbori.
“The tea ceremony was very interesting and interactive. The whole family enjoyed the ceremony, I would recommend it.”
Dress in a Kyoto kimono, learn the quiet art of matcha, and add calligraphy in Gion with an English-speaking guide.
“Worth it. Peaceful experience. I particularly liked the calligraphy lessons”
Learn the rituals of matcha in a 100-year-old Kyoto machiya, then add kimono rental, hairstyling, and a townhouse tour.
“Very informative and traditional Had a lot of fun!”
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 Kyoto matcha rituals, taste seasonal sweets, and whisk your own tea in a traditional Higashiyama machiya for $32.
“We loved the whole experience. This is one that everyone should experience. It’s mesmerising and beautiful! Thanks so much for explaining and demonstrating this amazing ritual.”
Make matcha in a 100-year-old Kyoto townhouse with an English-speaking tea master, traditional sweets, artisan tools, and a small group.
“Really good experience, the guide explained the history behind the the tea ceremony and traditions, and answered all the questions. Highly recommend to take it when in Kyoto”
Wear a Kyoto kimono, learn tea ceremony etiquette, prepare matcha, and enjoy seasonal sweets near Daitoku-ji for 90 minutes.
“Was the best. From beginning to end. Experience of dressing up in kimono and participating in tea ceremony was magical. Even my teenage boys loved it. Highly recommend if in Japan. Mera (sorry if spelt incorrectly) was so informative and attentive. Thank you!”
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