Tokyo: Japanese Tea Ceremony Workshop with Tea and Sweets
ID: GYG428753-772276
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
01:15 hours
Description
Discover the art of the Japanese tea ceremony during this workshop. Taste tea and traditional sweets, learn more about Zen Buddhism from your instructor, and recreate the ceremony for yourself.
Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and learn about Zen Buddhism. Enjoy matcha green tea and Japanese sweets as you find out more about the art of the tea ceremony from an expert. After the first ceremony, have a go for yourself with guidance from your instructor.
Discover the intricate practices of the Japanese tea ceremony. Watch how your instructor prepares matcha green tea and the movements that accompany this artform. Savor traditional sweets and a cup of tea before you try to recreate the ceremony for yourself.
Learn about the specific utensils involved and about all of the different aspects of the ceremony. Find out how it's connected with Zen Buddhism and about the important role that it plays in certain parts of Japanese society.
Highlights
- Taste some traditional Japanese sweets that are specially paired with green tea
- Learn about the spirit of Zen expressed through Japanese art and architecture
- Search for peace of mind as you take part in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony
- Find out more about Zen Buddhism and the role that it plays in this practice
- Have a go for yourself and conduct a tea ceremony with some expert guidance
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Meet at the True Japan Tour office on the B1 floor of the Kikai Shinko Kaikan building opposite Tokyo Tower.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
