Sencha Tea Ceremony Experience with Seasoned Tea Master in Kyoto

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 3 more

Immerse yourself in the tranquil world of the Sencha Tea Ceremony in Kyoto, guided by an experienced Tea Master from the West.

Begin with a mindful observation of the intricate tea preparation, absorbing the refined elegance of every gesture. Savor the delicate flavor of freshly brewed gyokuro in a serene tearoom, then transition into a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the essential techniques of the ceremony.
Brew your own cup of gyokuro and enjoy it with seasonal wagashi, engaging in thoughtful conversation that reveals the deeper essence of Japanese hospitality and tea culture.

Example Menu

Main

Japanese Gyokuro Green Tea

Depending on the season or weather, the preparation method (warm or cold) may vary.

Dessert

Traditional Japanese Sweets

1 serving of traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi) is provided together with the tea during the workshop. The type may vary depending on the season.

What's Included

Demonstration of traditional tea preparation (o-temae)
Japanese gyokuro green tea
Cultural insights and personal conversation with the host
Use of authentic Japanese tea utensils during the session
Guided Sencha Tea Ceremony led by a licensed Tea Master
One serving of traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi)
Hands-on workshop to learn and practice basic tea-making steps
Transportation to and from the venue

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Kiyomizu-Gojō Station, take the road eastwards and enter the 3rd street on the right. Our store is located on the right side after about 100m. Look for a large double door with golden frames on the ground floor of a big apartment building. We will meet inside the golden tearoom.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

This experience begins with a quiet introduction to the refined world of the Sencha Tea Ceremony. In the calm setting of a Kyoto tearoom, your host will demonstrate the traditional preparation of gyokuro, Japan’s prized green tea, so you can observe the elegance and precision behind each gesture.

Together with the Tea Master, you will learn about the etiquette and utensils used in the ceremony, discovering the meaning behind their movements and the cultural spirit they embody. You’ll then rehearse the basic steps through guided “air practice,” refining posture and handling before moving into hands-on preparation.
With gentle guidance, you will brew your own cup of gyokuro, learning how water temperature and leaf quantity shape the tea’s delicate flavor.

Finally, enjoy your handcrafted tea paired with a seasonal wagashi confection, while engaging in relaxed conversation with your host — an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Japanese hospitality and tea culture in an intimate, memorable way.

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
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Romanza Kyoto (露萬坐)

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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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