Japanese Tea Ceremony: Matcha Tasting Experience

Master matcha making in Nara’s serene setting. Choose single-origin matcha, learn tea ceremony basics, and enjoy hands-on preparation.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Guesthouse Naramachi - Enter a 120-year-old Japanese farmhouse for an exclusive, personalized tea ceremony.
    Guided by an expert tea master, discover the history, etiquette, and tools of this tradition.
    Next, prepare your own matcha, fully engaging in each peaceful movement. In this tranquil environment, relish the subtle aroma and taste of your…
What's Included
  • Japanese sweet
  • Tea and coffee
  • Full set of tea ceremony utensils
What's Not Included
  • transportation fee
Additional Information

Experience the charm of a traditional Japanese home
┗ Enjoy the peaceful and calming environment that offers a unique ambiance.
Sample two varieties of Nara single-origin matcha
┗ Contrast the tastes and scents, and find your preferred choice.
Observe the tea master’s presentation
┗ Watch the mastery and hospitality as the tea master crafts matcha….

Location
Guesthouse Naramachi
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Julia
Apr 19, 2025
Delightful, meditative and charming. - We had such a wonderful experience. Everything about it was delightful, from the way the host met us on the street and the very traditional old shop. We chose special tea-ceremony sweets from the shop and then tasted different teas in a lovely tatami room. The host told us interesting facts about Japanese tea varieties. Then we were invited to an even more beautiful tea-ceremony room via a perfect small garden. The host taught us tea-etiquette and we were able to relax and be meditative. He madenit fun as there was little competition between us as to who made the best tea. It was a wholly special and charming afternoon and I would recommend it very highly.
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Lisa_h
Apr 18, 2025
Great experience for mom and teen son - We loved this experience in Nara. Mike was so earnest and generous. He shared so much with us and we really felt transported. We loved the tea shop and tiny tea room. We definitely came to understand how the ceremony can make you feel like you’ve escaped the real world for a few minutes. Even my 17 year old son got into it
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Stephaniem5077
Nov 25, 2024
Just great! - Very friendly and casual tea master, his English is top! He is a native of Nara and recommended us some great places here. There was a little tea tasting in a beautiful ambience. After that we learned to make Machatee. A great experience!!!
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From $49
up to 5 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).