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Tokyo: A Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master

1 hour

Easy

Want to make matcha tea? Experience Japanese tea culture at Ocharu Tea Ceremony—sip wakocha, savor Gyokuro with sweets, and whisk your own matcha! Finish with Genmaicha and take home a certificate.

Step into the heart of Japanese tradition at the Ocharu Tea Ceremony, right across from Tokyo University. This is more than just a tea ceremony—it's a vibrant journey through Japan’s rich tea culture.

Start with a refreshing cup of wakocha, a unique Japanese black tea from Shizuoka, paired with a delicious tea cake. This blend of fruity and floral notes sets the stage for the experience ahead.

Then, watch as a master brews Gyokuro sencha, the highest grade of green tea. Taste the tea leaves and savor seasonal wagashi sweets from “Ougiya,” a renowned confectioner that has been creating these treats for generations.

Next, you’ll whisk your own matcha under the guidance of a skilled tea master. Using traditional tools, you’ll make and enjoy matcha that connects you to centuries of Japanese tea culture.

Finish your experience with a soothing cup of Genmaicha, a blend of sencha and roasted rice from Niigata Prefecture, providing a comforting end to your tea journey.

Before you leave, get a certificate and a group photo to remember your dive into Japan’s tea culture!

What's included?
  • Food & drinks
  • Welcome Tea and Cake: Enjoy a cup of wakocha (Japanese black tea) and a traditional tea cake upon arrival.
  • Sencha Tasting: Experience Gyokuro sencha, including freshly brewed tea and seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets) from “Ougiya.”
  • Matcha Making Session: Hands-on matcha preparation with guidance from a skilled tea master, using traditional tools and utensils.
  • Genmaicha Finale: A comforting cup of Genmaicha, a blend of sencha and roasted rice.
  • Certificate of Completion: Receive a certificate to commemorate your tea ceremony experience.
  • Access to the Tea Ceremony Room: Includes entry to the specially designed Ocharu Tea Ceremony Room opposite Tokyo University.

Everything you need to fully immerse yourself in Japanese tea culture is included!

Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
  • Souvenirs and Gifts: Optional purchases from local shops or additional items not covered by the ceremony.
  • Transportation: Travel to and from the Ocharu Tea Ceremony Room.
  • Special Requests: Any special requests or customizations beyond the standard experience.
Please note

    Health Restrictions: No specific health restrictions apply; however, if you have allergies to tea or sweets, please inform us in advance.

    Reservations: Advance reservations are required to ensure your spot. Please arrive 5 minutes early to check in. Late arrivals may not be accommodated.

    Feel free to contact us with any specific concerns or requirements to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience!

    What to bring
      • Camera/Phone: Bring your camera or phone to capture memories and take advantage of photo opportunities.
      • Allergy Information: If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, please inform us in advance.