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15 Tea Ceremony Experiences in Tokyo Worth Booking

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Good tea ceremony experiences in Tokyo fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set - Matcha explained in plain English
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Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

1.Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $21Our pick

In Asakusa, an English-speaking instructor guides you through matcha’s history, quality, preparation, and traditional whisking technique. You’ll make your own tea with a bamboo whisk, then enjoy it with seasonal Japanese sweets. The relaxed one-hour class suits beginners, families, and anyone seeking a cultural break from sightseeing.

“This class was super informative from learning the history of matcha to techniques. The ladies were so fun to learn from! I would highly recommend going if you’re looking for a short class/experience.”

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Tokyo: Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master - Starting with Shizuoka Wakocha and a tea cake
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Tokyo: Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master

2.Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 528 reviews · 1 hour · from $38

At Ocharu, across from Tokyo University, an English-speaking tea master guides you through four Japanese teas, seasonal Ougiya sweets, and hands-on matcha making. You will learn tea manners, water temperatures, and tea origins, then leave with a certificate and group photo.

“Such good fun, we had a go at making matcha and tasted the other types of tea. Our guide was very knowledgeable and funny! Thank you again!!”

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Tokyo: Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa - Starting with matcha history and a playful quiz
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Tokyo: Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa

3.Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 388 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

In Asakusa, English-speaking instructors such as Mana, Ken, Hiyo, and Yui guide you through matcha history, a playful quiz, tea etiquette, and hands-on whisking. You prepare and drink your own matcha with traditional sweets in a seated one-hour class near Asakusa Station and Tokyo Skytree.

“It was so stunning to visit in the winter. We all love it.”

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Tokyo: Matcha and Kimono Experience - Choosing a kimono without a 30-minute dressing session
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Tokyo: Matcha and Kimono Experience

4.Matcha and Kimono Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 219 reviews · from $57

Near Yotsuya, tea master Komei guides you through matcha, teaism, tea ceremony customs, and kimono dressing. You choose an easy-wear kimono, compare matcha, learn four preparation steps, taste first-flush tea, and make your own bowl in a small, welcoming setting.

“Just an amazing experience) You got a chance to have a private tea ceremony in local Japanese flat with arranged and cute decorated tea room ) Got so many knowledge of matcha making and history of matcha tea, as well as a lot of interesting facts which you kind find in Google. As well really enjoyed knowing Japanese culture more deeper and leading the proper way of wearing of kimono 👘 Definitely recommend trying while in Japan )”

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Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor - Starting with Sakura tea and a short film
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Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor

5.Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · from $38

Spend about 90 minutes in a traditional tatami tearoom near Asakusa, learning Chado from an experienced English-speaking instructor. You will watch a formal koicha ceremony, taste several teas and Japanese sweets, then prepare and serve your own usucha matcha. Small groups keep the lesson personal.

“One of the most amazing experiences I had in Japan! Highly recommended for anyone visiting Japan. Great way to learn and experience the Japanese culture. Very warm and comforting experience, this definitely brings people closer together great for couples.”

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Tokyo: Asakusa Kimono Dressing and Matcha Experience - Choosing Between Kimono and Yukata
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Tokyo: Asakusa Kimono Dressing and Matcha Experience

6.Asakusa Kimono Dressing and Matcha Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 173 reviews · 2 hours · from $56

At Kimono Rental YUI, Tsuyoshi, Yoshi, and their team help you choose a kimono or yukata, style your hair, and complete the look with geta sandals and a handbag. Learn matcha etiquette, then explore Asakusa until 17:30. A 60-minute photo session is available as an add-on.

“The tea ceremony was a lovely experience and the staff was extremely nice and helpful with dressing us and doing our hair.”

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Asakusa: Kimono Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweet - Inside the 90-minute tea ceremony
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Asakusa: Kimono Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweet

7.Kimono Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweet

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 153 reviews · 1h 30m · from $66

Choose a seasonal kimono, have your hair styled, then join an English-led tea ceremony in Asakusa. Hosts such as Mia, Wakana, Yoko, and Kyoko explain the ritual, guide you in whisking matcha, and help with photos. The 90-minute session includes wagashi and may let you wear the kimono nearby afterward.

“Very lovely experience, kimono were beautiful and the whole team ceremony was amazing, mo regrets here❤️❤️❤️”

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Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya - Your Fourth Sweet Is Your Own Design
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Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya

8.Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · from $60

At Hana’s home near Omotesando Station, you’ll shape four nerikiri sweets, including three guided designs and one original creation. Then you’ll prepare and enjoy matcha with Japanese sweets. The class lasts about 90 minutes, welcomes children and older adults, and suits vegans and vegetarians.

“Very unique beautiful Japanese traditional macha etiquette & nerikiri making experience was unforgettable, especially with Hana sensei. Hana sensei was so patient & her kind guidance gave me courage to challenge for my clumsy skill to Read more”

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Tea Ceremony Experience in a Private Tea Room in Shibuya - What the opening lesson adds to the ceremony
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Tea Ceremony Experience in a Private Tea Room in Shibuya

9.Tea Ceremony Experience in a Private Tea Room in Shibuya

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 125 reviews · from $30

Meet Tatsu, also identified as Tatsuya, near Shibuya Station and walk eight minutes to a private tea room. Learn the story of matcha, watch a formal ceremony, taste premium organic tea with wagashi sweets, then whisk your own bowl under careful guidance.

“I love tea so was most definitely going to book a tea ceremony experience. The guide met us at the location specified and messaged before hand too. The guide had so much passion for matcha tea especially since his family for 2 generations has tea farms. He explained the calmness around the whole tea ceremony experience, how to respect every object used and the differences in matcha. I would definitely recommend this experience.”

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Tokyo: Practicing Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony - Matcha and the sweet served beside it
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Tokyo: Practicing Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony

10.Practicing Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 105 reviews · 1h 15m · from $63

Meet an English-speaking tea instructor opposite Tokyo Tower for a 75-minute lesson in matcha, Japanese sweets, utensils, and Zen. Watch a full ceremony, then perform one yourself with careful guidance. Floor seating is optional, and groups are limited to 10 people.

“Great, highly recommend. Interesting to learn about tea ceremonies. Our guide, Ken was great.”

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From Tokyo: Mt.Fuji, Tea Ceremony & Outlet Shopping Day Tour - Meeting in Shinjuku before the two-hour ride
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From Tokyo: Mt.Fuji, Tea Ceremony & Outlet Shopping Day Tour

11.Mt.Fuji, Tea Ceremony & Outlet Shopping Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 93 reviews · 10 hours · from $70

Spend 10 hours exploring Mt. Fuji’s best-known sights with an English or Chinese-speaking guide. Walk beside Lake Kawaguchi, make matcha at Shikido, climb to Arakurayama’s famous pagoda view, then choose Gotemba shopping or a paid hot spring visit.

“the whole experience was so beautiful and experiencing the japanese culture”

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Tea ceremony experience in Japanese-style room 60min - Choosing a Sweet and Matcha Bowl
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Tea ceremony experience in Japanese-style room 60min

12.Tea ceremony experience in Japanese-style room 60min

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 86 reviews · 45 minutes - 4 hours · from $45

In Wasako’s Japanese-style room inside Charyo-Ichimatsu, Ryouko and her assistants guide you through a 45 to 60-minute tea ceremony. Choose a sweet and matcha bowl, watch the preparation, learn the meaning of the utensils and room, then whisk your own tea. English and Japanese instruction, photo opportunities, and small groups of up to seven make this a personal cultural experience near Asakusa.

“It was SO amazing! The kimonos, the tea, the surrounding and especially the staff were breathtaking. We really recommend! / Sanna and Julia”

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Tokyo: Tea Ceremony Experience in a small tea room - What happens during the one-hour ceremony
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Tokyo: Tea Ceremony Experience in a small tea room

13.Tea Ceremony Experience in a small tea room

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 53 reviews · 1 hour · from $51

Join Mari, a tea teacher with 20 years of experience, for a one-hour English-language ceremony in a small room near Nishi-Nippori. You will taste matcha and dried sweets, learn the meaning behind the rituals, and prepare your own tea in a group of no more than six.

“The most calm, informative and wonderful experience ever! Mari was so sweet and kind, my mom and I had a delightful time learning how to prepare matcha, and Mari was kind enough to help us go over how to fold the tea towel a few times so we could practice on our own! Would definitely recommend :)”

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Japanese Traditional Sweets making and Tea Ceremony - Why the seasonal design matters
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Japanese Traditional Sweets making and Tea Ceremony

14.Japanese Traditional Sweets making and Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 50 reviews · 1h 35m · from $18

At AN TOKYO, a Japanese instructor guides you through coloring and shaping Kyoto bean paste into two seasonal nerikiri sweets. You will also see matcha grinding, prepare Uji matcha, and enjoy tea with your creations. English help is available, though demonstrations do much of the teaching.

“I liked this activity. I have learned a new skill of making sweets using sweet bean paste. However, I could not remember the name of this technique. Would be good if the organisers wrote the name in the description of this activity.”

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Tokyo Sushi Making Class : Sake Ceremony & Matcha Experience - Learning the basic shape of nigiri
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Tokyo Sushi Making Class : Sake Ceremony & Matcha Experience

15.Tokyo Sushi Making Class : Sake Ceremony & Matcha Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · from $45

In Asakusa, you will open a sake barrel with a group chant, shape nigiri and rolls with step-by-step help, torch salmon mayo gunkan, and whisk matcha. The 90-minute class makes 6 to 12 pieces and ends at the starting point. Water or warm tea replaces sake if needed.

“What a brilliant experience! The instructor was so fun, welcoming and knowledgeable. Completely exceeded my expectations. It was an amazing, relaxing and special activity to do. Thank you for going above and beyond for me!”

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