Japan · TEA CEREMONIES IN TOKYO
Every Japan itinerary has one slot too few. These 15 tea ceremonies in Tokyo earn theirs, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes instead of an evening.
Learn to whisk matcha in Asakusa with English-speaking hosts, traditional sweets, cultural insight, and hands-on guidance in one hour.
“Great experience and perfect pitched for the audience with a mix of interesting facts and interactivity”
Make matcha with a tea master, taste four Japanese teas and seasonal sweets, and learn tea customs in a relaxed Tokyo ceremony near Tokyo University.
“Excellent experience to be able to visit a temple and learn about meditation. The monk was very friendly and was happy to answer questions and pose for photographs.”
Learn to whisk matcha, taste mochi sweets, and explore Japanese tea culture in a relaxed one-hour class in historic Asakusa.
“Had an amazing time with our hosts Honoka and Midori who taught us so much in such a short time about Matcha! My 74-yo mum and 23-yo son enjoyed it equally. Seated activity with video and clear English instructions made it an easy and educational way to spend 1 hour in Asakusa!”
Dress in a kimono near Shinjuku, taste premium Japanese matcha, and learn tea ceremony manners and home preparation from a tea expert.
“Just an amazing experience) You got a chance to have a private tea ceremony in local Japanese flat with arranged and cute decorated tea room ) Got so many knowledge of matcha making and history of matcha tea, as well as a lot of interesting facts which you kind find in Google. As well really enjoyed knowing Japanese culture more deeper and leading the proper way of wearing of kimono 👘 Definitely recommend trying while in Japan )”
Review of Tokyo’s Urasenke-linked tea ceremony workshop, with matcha tasting, sweets, hands-on practice, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Great experience and very educational. Not too long as original tea ceremonies can last. First we watched a movie in the waiting room, then started the ceremony and tasting. In addition we tasted local sweets and had the opportunity to make our own tea.”
Dress in a kimono near Sensoji, learn matcha customs, and explore Asakusa with optional professional photos in this welcoming Tokyo experience.
“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 a 90-minute Asakusa cultural experience.
“It was a wonderful experience, learning and enjoying a small taste of Japanese tea traditions. Highly recommend it. X”
Make four traditional nerikiri sweets, learn matcha etiquette, and enjoy a small-group class in a local Harajuku home near Omotesando.
“This is a wonderful way to gain an insight into a delightful aspect of Japanese culture. The focus on fine details, food in all its aspects - appearance as well as taste, and the beauty of simple things has had great appeal to us. Hana was an excellent teacher and so very kind and accommodating. We all enjoyed making our nerekiri.”
Learn traditional tea ceremony rituals, taste rare organic matcha, and make your own tea in a quiet private room near Shibuya Station.
“Great location and freat guide. The tea room is so calm and relaxing and our guide was describing everything so well to tell us history about Matcha and how to make it and drink it properly. really enjoyed it”
Practice a Japanese tea ceremony near Tokyo Tower, learn its Zen meaning, taste matcha and sweets, and prepare tea yourself in English.
“I loved the history of the tea ceremony and the explanation of how and why certain things are done during. Our teacher was fantastic”
Learn to make matcha, wear an easy kimono, and explore Japanese tea culture in a friendly 90-minute Shinjuku workshop.
“It was so much fun! The kimonos were very easy to put on & the matcha tasted so good! Loved learning about the history of matcha & tea ceremonies.”
See Mt. Fuji from Lake Kawaguchi and Arakurayama, enjoy a tea ceremony, then shop or soak at Gotemba for $70.
“Our guide Itsuki was excellent and informative. Beautiful day and we got great pictures. Wish we had more time at the Outlets as the place is huge! Some in our group did the Onsen and they enjoyed the experience. Would definitely recommend this tour.”
Learn to make matcha in a historic Japanese room, choose your bowl and sweets, and enjoy a small-group tea ceremony near Asakusa.
“Absolutely beautiful experience and so humbled and grateful to have experienced”
Review of a $66 Mt. Fuji day tour from Tokyo with Lake Kawaguchi, ropeway views, matcha, Oshino Hakkai, and practical tips.
“This was a really nice day teip! Beautiful views and amazing village. It was great to see traditional Japan and leave the busy city for one day. Our guide, Louse, was very helpful, informative and funny 😁”
Learn to whisk matcha, taste Japanese sweets, and explore tea culture in a relaxed one-hour Tokyo experience for beginners.
“A beautiful moment of sharing and in all zenitude, thank you for the welcome and teachings of Midori, a beautiful person who shares her knowledge with kindness.Auto-translated”
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