Authentic Tea Ceremony with Wagashi near Dotonbori

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1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Japan’s second biggest city and step into the world of matcha. In this tea ceremony class in Osaka, you’ll learn about the deep history and etiquette of this intricate Japanese tradition from a friendly English-speaking host.

Traditionally, participants sit in a kneeling position known as “seiza”, but this class allows you to take part from the comfort of a chair, so you can focus on making matcha the authentic way.

Example Menu

Main

Matcha

Main

Two types of Japanese sweets

What's Included

Japanese matcha green tea
Japanese sweets
Traditional tools for making matcha tea

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Conveniently located 3 minutes from Shinsaibashi Station and 8 minutes from Namba Station. Very close to Dotonbori. The building next to the Apple Store, with a McDonald's on the first floor. Please come directly to this building and call 908 on the intercom.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experienced Japanese instructors will teach you an authentic Japanese tea ceremony in English. You can experience it sitting on a chair, so you don't have to worry about sitting straight!

First, the instructor will give a lecture on the background and tools of SADO (tea ceremony), then prepare the matcha for you. You will learn the etiquette of tasting the matcha along with beautiful Japanese sweets.

Next, the instructor will explain the etiquette of making matcha and the meaning of each action. You will make the matcha yourself according to the etiquette, then enjoy it again with a small Japanese sweet.

Calm your mind and experience Japanese traditional culture in between shopping and sightseeing!

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
Supplied by MIYABI Culture Salon

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Historical Tours
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Small Group
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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