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Tokyo: Practising Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony

By True Japan Tour
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$182 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Taste traditional Japanese confection specially paired with green tea
  • Learn about the spirit of Zen expressed through Japanese art and architecture
  • Search for peace of mind as you take part in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony
  • Find out more about Zen Buddhism and the role that it plays in this practice
  • Have a go for yourself and conduct a tea ceremony with some expert guidance

Activity location

    • Tokyo
    • Tokyo, 東京都, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 3-chōme-5-8 Shibakōen, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0011, Japan | Please meet your instructor at the main entrance of the Kikai Shinko Kaikan building on the 1st floor. (The building is right opposite side of Tokyo Tower.) In case you cannot find the instructor, please visit True Japan Tour (Room# B109) on the B1 floor of the building.
    • Minato City, Tokyo, Japan

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTea ceremony
  • What's includedWhat's included Traditional sweets
  • What's includedWhat's included Matcha green tea
  • What's includedWhat's included Second tea ceremony performed by yourself
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Making noise
  • Not suitable for: Children under 4 years

What you can expect

Experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and learn about Zen Buddhism. Enjoy matcha green tea and Japanese sweets as you find out more about the art of the tea ceremony from an expert. After the first ceremony, have a go for yourself with guidance from your instructor.
Discover the intricate practices of the Japanese tea ceremony. Watch how your instructor prepares matcha green tea and the movements that accompany this artform. Savour traditional sweets and a cup of tea before you try to recreate the ceremony for yourself. Stay comfortable! Seats are available for guests who prefer not to sit on the floor!
Learn about the specific utensils involved and about all of the different aspects of the ceremony. Find out how it's connected with Zen Buddhism and about the important role that it plays in certain parts of Japanese society.

Location

Activity location

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    • Tokyo
    • Tokyo, 東京都, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 3-chōme-5-8 Shibakōen, Minato City, Tokyo 105-0011, Japan | Please meet your instructor at the main entrance of the Kikai Shinko Kaikan building on the 1st floor. (The building is right opposite side of Tokyo Tower.) In case you cannot find the instructor, please visit True Japan Tour (Room# B109) on the B1 floor of the building.
    • Minato City, Tokyo, Japan