Tokyo Tea Ceremony with Matcha Making in Harajuku

5.0 (1 reviews) Tokyo, Japan
Duration1h 20m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers

Overview

Discover a quieter side of Harajuku at Chikusuian, a tatami tea room on lively Takeshita Street. Watch an instructor perform a traditional tea ceremony, then take part yourself by whisking matcha and learning basic tea etiquette. Enjoy two servings of matcha with Japanese sweets during this 60-minute introduction to Japanese tea culture. Beginners are welcome, and chair seating is available for those who prefer not to kneel. The experience is conducted in Japanese, with English support through machine translation.

What's included

  • 2 cups of tea, Japanese sweets
  • Introduction to basic tea ceremony etiquette
  • English support through machine translation
  • Tea ceremony demonstration by an instructor
  • Use of tea utensils during the experience
  • Transportation expenses to the venue
  • White socks (required; please bring your own; if you forget them, you can buy them locally for ¥300)
  • Interpreter or English-speaking guide services

What to expect

Step away from the bustle of Takeshita Street and experience Japanese tea ceremony at Chikusuian in Harajuku, Tokyo.

During this approximately 60-minute session, watch an instructor demonstrate traditional tea preparation, then try whisking matcha yourself. Learn basic tea etiquette and discover the care behind the utensils and movements. Enjoy two servings of matcha with Japanese sweets.

No previous experience is needed. The session is conducted in Japanese, with English support through machine translation. An English-speaking interpreter is not available.

Kneeling is not required. Seiza support stools and chair seating at a tea ceremony table are available.

For bookings made the day before or on the day, an alternative sweet replaces the omogashi (a soft Japanese confection).

Make time during your Harajuku visit to discover Japanese culture through watching, practising, and tasting.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We are located on Takeshita Street. Please use the entrance next to the chocolate banana specialty shop and go up to the 3rd floor.

End point

We are located on Takeshita Street. Please use the entrance next to the chocolate banana specialty shop and go up to the 3rd floor.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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