Tea Ceremony Experience In Mishima, the Gateway to Mt. Fuji

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

Enjoy an intimate tea ceremony inside Umegoten, a historic villa built in 1890 and designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property. With small groups, seasonal sweets, and expert guidance, your Taian （泰庵） experience offers a serene and personal encounter with Japanese tea culture in a timeless setting.
Only 50 minutes from Tokyo and 6 minutes from Mishima Station, this tea experience takes place at Umegoten, a beautifully preserved historic villa set within the lush, forested grounds of Rakujuen Park. Its refined craftsmanship and seasonal landscape create the ideal setting for your tea ceremony experience.

What's Included

Exclusive use of the historic "Umegoten" tea room, a significant cultural asset.
Try on traditional Japanese "Haori" jackets (7 styles available).
Capture memories in your Haori inside the historic "Umegoten" room.
High-quality Matcha green tea served with seasonal Japanese Wagashi (sweets).
A traditional tea ceremony performed by a host with over 30 years of experience.
Rakujuen Park admission fee

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

About a 1 min walk from the South Exit of Mishima Sta. to Rakujuen. Walk to the right and you will find the entrance to Rakujuen. After paying the park admission fee 300 yen, follow the signs of Rakujukan. Umegoten is about a 5 min walk from the entrance and is located in front of Rakujukan.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

- Discover Tea Culture at a Historic Villa with Taian｜泰庵
A Japanese Tea Ceremony near Mishima Station, the Gateway to Mt. Fuji.
Experience a 90-minute tea ceremony at Umegoten, a historic villa in Rakujuen Park beside Mishima Station. Enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets, watch the traditional tea preparation, whisk your own matcha, and photograph the tearoom and forest views. With small-group seating, this experience offers the perfect introduction to Japanese tea culture.

- Step-by-Step Experience
01 Meet at Umegoten
Wait for Taian staff at the entrance of Umegoten in front of Rakujukan at your reserved time.
02 Welcome and Introduction
Taian staff will outline the day, explain the tearoom, and give an overview of the tea ceremony.
03 Watch the Tea Preparation
Sit and observe the traditional Japanese tea preparation performed by the Taian host.
04 Enjoy Matcha Moments
Enjoy a bowl of freshly whisked matcha. Take a moment to relax and enjoy the setting.
05 Matcha Making Experience
Try whisking your own bowl of delicious matcha. The staff will assist you throughout the process.
06 Capture the Moment
Photograph Umegoten, capturing its historic elegance and timeless atmosphere.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • I can't sit in the seiza style, but can I still participate? Yes, we have chairs available.
Supplied by Taian 泰庵

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Cancellation Policy

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

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