2.5 hour private experience
Location: Hiroshima City
Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in your language
A minimum of 2 guests is required to book. Solo participants are welcome but will be charged the 2-person rate
Meet the Master
What you’ll do
Enter the tea room studio of an associate professor-level tea ceremony teacher. Under the guidance of the tea master, learn about the mannerisms and formal steps of participating in a tea ceremony, as well as the tools and utensils used during the tea ceremony. Finally, enjoy some matcha tasting to conclude the experience.
Availability
Everyday
Session 1 (06:30AM - 11:00AM)
Dinner can be arranged starting from 18:00 (last order at 21:30; restaurant closes at 22:00).
Who can attend
Children must be 10+
What to wear
Socks will be prepared for you.
Please wear these for the tea ceremony.
Please refrain from wearing revealing clothing (short skirts etc.).What else you should know
Access
25 minutes by car from Hiroshima Station
Measured and Practiced Grace
In tea ceremony, the ceremony aspect begins before you enter the tea room, or chashitsu. Each action is with precise and measured motion to express mutual respect between the tea master and the guest, as well as between the guests themselves. The present form of tea ceremony was molded from the ceremonies practiced at Zen temples and the gatherings held amongst the aristocracy. Following the teachings of the 16th century tea master, Sen no Rikyu, tea ceremony was closely associated with Zen practices and focused on creating a once-in-a-lifetime meeting between the tea master host and the guest over a bowl of delicious tea. At this tea room studio west of Hiroshima City, immerse yourself in the formal methods and mannerisms of participating in a tea ceremony, from before you enter the tea room until you exit the tea room. After this introduction to all things tea ceremony, savor the flavors of matcha served by the tea master.
Cancellation Policy
Please make your booking at least 3 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.
