Experience Highlights
- Discover one of Japan’s most celebrated traditional practices
- Observe the grace and precision involved in preparing tea with an expert Tea Master
- Experience the refined etiquette of making and drinking matcha
- Duration: 60-90 minutes
- Type: Private Experience
Greig
Travel Specialist
Enjoy a private Japanese tea ceremony, one of Japan’s most celebrated cultural traditions.
Lasting 60–90 minutes, this experience invites you to discover the art of preparing tea, the elegance of tearoom architecture, the craftsmanship of tea utensils and the subtle beauty of each tea bowl.
In Kyoto, a professional Tea Master will guide you through the process of the tea ceremony, where every movement is precise and every gesture carries meaning. Watch with fascination as each cup is prepared in this timeless practice. Then, under expert guidance, you’ll whisk your own matcha. Inhale its fresh, earthy aroma and savour the delicate flavour, experiencing firsthand the elegance and serenity that’s made this ritual an enduring symbol of Japanese culture.
This is an immersive journey into a quintessential Japanese ritual, offering insight, appreciation and a hands-on experience to remember long after that last sip.
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