Tea ceremony by the tea master in Kyoto SHIUN AN Day Tours

from $36.35

Transport not included
Meals included
Guide included
Entry fees included

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Highlights

Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony in a peaceful setting near Kyoto's historic Daitoku-ji Temple.
Learn traditional matcha preparation techniques using a tea bowl, scoop, whisk, and other tea utensils.
Enjoy two bowls of freshly prepared matcha accompanied by two varieties of traditional Japanese sweets.
Discover the deep connection between Japanese tea ceremony, Zen Buddhism, and Japanese cultural traditions.
Enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 guests, or up to 8 during peak seasons.

About this experience

Experience the beauty and mindfulness of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto, located near the historic Daitoku-ji Temple, a Zen Buddhist temple with a long-standing connection to Japanese tea culture. The experience offers an intimate introduction to one of Japan's most refined cultural traditions.

Learn the fundamentals of preparing matcha while discovering the philosophy and cultural significance behind the tea ceremony. With guidance from the instructor, you will use traditional tea utensils to prepare your own matcha and enjoy it alongside carefully selected Japanese sweets.

What to expect

Begin with an introduction to the history and cultural background of the Japanese tea ceremony and its close relationship with Zen Buddhism. You will learn about the meaning behind the ceremony and how its principles emphasize mindfulness, self-discovery, and appreciation of the present moment.

You will then be provided with traditional tea-making utensils, including a tea container, tea bowl, tea scoop, and whisk, with step-by-step guidance on how to prepare matcha. Enjoy two bowls of matcha and two kinds of Japanese sweets during this intimate small-group experience.

Inclusions vary by option — check the details on your selected option for exactly what's covered.

What's included

Tea ceremony by the tea master in Kyoto SHIUN AN
Matcha tea and Japanese sweets
Tea bowls, tea containers, tea scoops, and tea whisks
White socks and fold fan

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Things to note

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby

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