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Osaka Dotonbori Area: Tea Ceremony & Matcha-Making Experience

Couple enjoying a traditional tea ceremony in Osaka Dotonbori.
Pouring water during a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto, Japan.
Couple enjoying matcha tea ceremony in traditional Japanese room, Osaka.
Whisking matcha in a bowl during a tea ceremony in Kyoto.

Duration

45 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

    • Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony in Osaka’s lively Dotonbori district and discover the beauty of Japan’s centuries-old tea traditions.

    • Learn about the customs, etiquette, and cultural meaning behind each step from an experienced instructor with years of practice.

    • Watch a live demonstration, then try your hand at preparing your own bowl of matcha using traditional utensils and precise techniques.

    • Enjoy freshly whisked matcha paired with seasonal Japanese sweets while seated in a calm tearoom that offers a welcome contrast to Dotonbori’s vibrant streets.

    • 45-minute guided tea ceremony session

    • English-speaking instructor

    • Live tea ceremony demonstration

    • Matcha tasting with traditional Japanese sweets

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Step away from the bustle of Osaka’s Dotonbori and discover the calm of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Learn the art of matcha-making, from whisking the tea to understanding the etiquette behind every movement.

    Getting started

    Arrive at the tea house in Osaka’s Dotonbori district and meet your instructor, who will guide you through the steps of Japan’s centuries-old tea tradition. Settle into the serene tatami-lined tearoom and get introduced to the utensils and tools used for the ceremony.

    What to expect

    A short, guided experience designed to introduce travellers to the elegance and mindfulness of Japanese tea culture.

    Features

    • Learn the fundamentals of tea ceremony etiquette and matcha preparation.

    • Watch a live demonstration, then make your own bowl of matcha under expert guidance.

    • Enjoy freshly whisked matcha served with traditional Japanese sweets.

    • Relax in a quiet, peaceful setting just minutes away from Osaka’s city centre.

  • Additional information

    • The experience is not wheelchair accessible.

    • Located near public transportation for easy access.

    • Children’s matcha is made caffeine-free using matcha milk.

    • This experience accommodates a maximum of 12 participants per session to maintain a calm atmosphere.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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