During this tea ceremony in Tokyo, we'll show you the authentic way to prepare matcha while exploring the symbolism of the Japanese chanoyu.
Please remember that these activities are non-refundable.
Asakusa Tourist and Cultural Information Center
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You can book up to 2 days in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.
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During this tea ceremony in Tokyo, we'll show you the authentic way to prepare matcha while exploring the symbolism of the Japanese chanoyu.
After meeting in front of the Asakusa Tourist and Cultural Information Center, we'll walk to the venue where the tea ceremony will take place: a traditional Japanese room set up for the practice of chanoyu, or the way of tea. We'll learn about this ritual art form in which the preparation of matcha goes far beyond the culinary, becoming an aesthetic discipline in its own right.
First, we'll prepare to enter the room, where we'll be guided through the basic protocol for the activity. Once seated, a detailed explanation of the ceremony's meaning, ingredients, and main utensils will begin.
We'll get to know matcha, a finely ground green tea, and learn about the traditional pieces involved: the chawan (bowl), the chasen (bamboo whisk), and the chashaku, the small scoop used to measure the tea powder.
Over the 40 minutes of the ceremony, we'll follow the preparation process step by step. We'll first observe how the tea leaf is transformed into powder.
We'll then prepare our own matcha under expert supervision, learning the correct whisking technique to achieve a smooth emulsion and a light foam on the surface.
Finally, we'll enjoy our tea alongside Japanese sweets, subject to availability.
During the booking process, you can choose between two options: a tour with a guide or a tour without a guide. If you choose the option without a guide, you’ll participate in the activity with an instructor who speaks Japanese; while if you choose the guided experience, you'll receive explanations in English during the ceremony.
People with dietary restrictions may participate in the tea ceremony. However, the venue does not offer alternatives to the traditional sweets that accompany the experience, so in these cases, only tea will be served.
You can book up to 2 days in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.
If you have other questions, contact us
Asakusa Tourist and Cultural Information Center
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