Tokyo: A Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master

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ID: GYG789683-1263691
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Country: Japan

Duration: 01:00 hours


Description

Want to make your own matcha tea? Experience Japanese tea culture at Ocharu Tea Ceremony—sip wakocha, savor Gyokuro with sweets, and whisk your own matcha! You also get to 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.

In just 40 minutes, you’ll explore the art, flavors, and traditions of Japanese tea. Book now and immerse yourself in this unique cultural adventure!

Highlights

  • Make Your Own Matcha Tea with expert guidance
  • Taste Rare Wakocha and top-grade Gyokuro sencha
  • Enjoy Seasonal Wagashi from renowned “Ougiya.”
  • Get a Certificate and group photo as keepsakes
  • Located Across from Tokyo University for easy access

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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!
The building has a green logo on the wall saying "OCHARU", so it should be easy to find :) Please arrive 5 minutes early to check in and be ready for the experience
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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.