Tea Ceremony

Discover Kyoto’s centuries-old tea culture in a 45-minute ceremony through a guided matcha-making session led by a licensed Urasenke tea master.

Participate in an authentic tea ceremony inside a tatami-lined room, learning rituals, gestures, and the spirit of hospitality.

Savour freshly whisked matcha paired with seasonal Japanese sweets as you immerse yourself in the calm precision of the ceremony.

Admire the traditional tea house and its small garden, perfect for serene photo moments after your session.

Upgrade your experience by wearing a kimono during the ceremony and capturing photos throughout the house for a complete cultural immersion.

Enjoy a 45-minute tea ceremony held in a machiya, a beautifully restored wooden townhouse near Gion or Kiyomizu dera

Learn the art of making perfect matcha from an English-speaking instructor using locally produced green tea and seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets).

Discover the meaning behind every detail — from the utensils and gestures to the tranquil layout of the tatami room.

Choose between shared or private sessions for a more personalised experience. Upgrade to include an all-day kimono rental for a touch of traditional elegance.

Explore the Chazuna Museum in Uji, a space to learn about Japanese tea through interactive and digital exhibits that trace the history of famous matcha.

Step into the History Room, where you’ll see a giant 10-yen coin featuring the Byodoin Temple’s Phoenix Hall and learn about Uji’s heritage through 4K digital townscape displays.

Join a tea-grinding workshop and use a traditional stone mill to grind tea leaves into fine matcha powder under the guidance of a Japanese tea instructor.

Take part in a brewing session, where you’ll prepare and enjoy your own bowl of matcha while overlooking Uji’s tea fields and manicured gardens.

Put on a traditional kimono and step inside a 140-year-old machiya for a tea ceremony, followed by a guided tour of the townhouse with an English- or Japanese-speaking guide.

Take part in two 20-minute zazen meditation sessions led by Eitetsu Nishida, enjoy a guided walk from Myoshinji Temple North Gate to Jusho-in, and taste matcha with seasonal Japanese sweets.

Have your moments captured by a professional photographer in the garden and tatami rooms, accompanied by a bilingual guide throughout.

Choose between shared or private group tours — private sessions offer a more personal experience, while shared tours may include short waiting times.

Upgrade to a hand-loomed silk kimono for a traditional touch once reserved for Japanese nobility, connecting you to a tea heritage dating back to 815 CE when Emperor Saga was first served tea by a Buddhist monk.

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.

Taste exclusive first flush matcha carefully selected from over 100 varieties across Japan, experiencing the highest-quality matcha in every sip.

Learn about Japanese tea ceremony traditions, the philosophy of Teaism, and discover how authentic Japanese matcha differs from overseas varieties.

Try on an easy-to-wear kimono designed for quick and comfortable dressing, letting you enjoy traditional Japanese clothing without the usual hassle.

Prepare a beautiful bowl of matcha yourself using authentic tea tools and learn the proper manners for drinking matcha like a true tea ceremony participant.

Make your own bowl of matcha under the guidance of an experienced tea master using traditional tools and utensils.

Taste a selection of rare Japanese teas, including wakocha, a smooth Japanese black tea, and Gyokuro sencha, Japan’s highest-grade green tea.

Savour seasonal wagashi sweets crafted by “Ougiya,” a long-established Kyoto confectioner renowned for its tea accompaniments.

End your session with a soothing cup of Genmaicha, a comforting blend of sencha and roasted rice.

Receive a certificate of completion and a group photo as keepsakes of your tea journey.