Kobe beef lunch with calligraphy and tea ceremony experiences

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience traditional Japan at Kotonoha, a charming café in a beautifully restored old Japanese house. Begin with a Japanese calligraphy lesson taught by a professional, where you’ll learn to write in Japanese and receive your name written in elegant calligraphy.

Next, enjoy a tea ceremony where you make your own tea and relax in the peaceful atmosphere of the house. You can also take a stroll through the quiet, scenic countryside neighborhood.

Finish the tour with a delicious lunch featuring Kobe beef in yakiniku style, traditional dishes like oden, and matcha jelly for dessert. The tender Kobe beef melts in your mouth—perfect for those who want to experience authentic Japanese culture and cuisine in one visit.

What's Included

Professional Japanese Calligraphy teacher
Air-conditioned vehicle
Kobe Beef and some homemade Japanese meal
Alcoholic Beverages
Soda/Pop

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

After you book the tour, we’ll send you a photo of the car and your guide so you’ll know exactly what to look for. On the day of the tour, your guide will be waiting right in front of the meeting point, ready to welcome you.

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Meeting point

After you book the tour, we’ll send you a photo of your guide so you’ll know exactly what to look for. On the day of the tour, your guide will be waiting right in front of the meeting point, ready to welcome you.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Kobe

    We will visit Kotonoha, a traditional Japanese house café. The café is located in an old-style Japanese home. Our first activity will be Japanese calligraphy with a professional calligraphy teacher. She will show you how to write in Japanese and also create your name in beautiful calligraphy. This is a wonderful way to experience traditional Japanese culture.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Kobe

    Our second activity is a traditional Japanese tea ceremony. You will make your own tea and relax inside the beautiful old Japanese house. This experience offers a calm and peaceful atmosphere, and you can also take a walk around the neighborhood to enjoy the charm of the Japanese countryside.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Kobe

    The final activity is lunch. The restaurant serves Kobe beef in a yakiniku (grilled meat) style, along with traditional Japanese dishes such as oden and various appetizers, all served with white rice. At the end of the meal, you’ll enjoy a cup of herbal medicine tea (yakuzen-cha) and matcha jelly for dessert. The Kobe beef is incredibly tender—it melts in your mouth. If you want to experience both premium Kobe beef and authentic local Japanese cuisine, this is the perfect place.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Food & Drink
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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