Tokyo: Kimono, Matcha and Tea Ceremony Experience

The Tokyo Kimono, Matcha and Tea Ceremony Experience is a guided cultural session in Tokyo combining three traditional Japanese practices in a single booking. Participants dress in a kimono, learn the correct method for preparing and whisking matcha, and take part in a structured tea ceremony rooted in the principles of chado, the Japanese way of tea, which has been practised in formal settings since the 16th century.

Sessions cover kimono fitting with assistance from a host, an explanation of the tools used in the tea ceremony including the chawan bowl and chasen whisk, and a guided tasting of prepared matcha. Tickets include all materials, the kimono rental for the duration of the session, and instruction in English. For more cultural activities in the city, see things to do in Tokyo.