Traditional Tea Ceremony Near Nishi-Nippori Station (Tokyo)
Learn about Japan’s matcha culture from a tea master with over 20 years of experience in this tea ceremony in a traditional tea room near Nishi-Nippori Station in Tokyo.
Highlights
Experience a Japanese tea ceremony guided by a tea master with over 20 years of experience in a traditional tea room
Learn insights on Japanese tea culture and etiquette from your host, who will also guide you in making your own tea
Convenient location in central Tokyo, near Nishi-Nippori and Tabata Stations, in a tranquil historic neighborhood in Bunkyo
Enjoy freshly-prepared matcha with a traditional Japanese confectionery (wagashi)
10 meals
Experience Details
A ceremonial way of enjoying tea, the Japanese tea ceremony is a practice steeped in history and tradition hailed by many as the ultimate display of hospitality. Guided by a teacher with over 20 years of experience, discover this meditative ritual by partaking in a traditional tea ceremony in central Tokyo.
Whether this is your first step into the Japanese art of tea or you are a seasoned expert, you’re sure to learn something new about this ancient practice guided by a knowledgeable and experienced tea master whose passion for the craft is contagious.
Only a few minutes from Nishi-Nippori and Tabata Stations in Tokyo’s central district of Bunkyo, you’ll find the tea room in a beautiful area full of nostalgia, with centuries-old shops and charming backstreets. Step inside and meet your host, who will demonstrate the intricate process of preparing matcha the traditional way, from whisking tea to the manners involved in serving and receiving it. You’ll also learn how to make tea and gain unique insights about Japan’s evolving tea culture.
If you’d like to make the experience even more immersive, you can dress in a kimono before the tea ceremony starts (see Options).
What You Get
Good To Know
- If you have allergies or food restrictions, please notify your host upon booking.
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet your host directly at the teahouse, located a few minutes from Nishi-Nippori Station in Bunkyo, Tokyo. More detailed information and a Google Maps link will be provided upon booking.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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10 meals
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