TOKYO · TEA TOURS
The ones worth booking.
The 15 tokyo tea tours travellers love most, gathered in one place. Ceremonies, tastings, estate walks and afternoon sittings, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who pours.
A friendly Tokyo tea ceremony across from Tokyo University. Make matcha, taste Gyokuro, seasonal wagashi, and finish with Genmaicha.
Most Popular“this was a really nice experience and helped me gain a new appreciation for tea. My guide was very nice and friendly and made the process enjoyable and fun I would definitely recommend.”
Full-day Tokyo highlights with Imperial Palace, Senso-ji, matcha tea experience, lunch, Tokyo Bay cruise, and Tokyo Tower views.
“If you want to see a lot in a day this is a very good tour ,well planned with the only blip was the meeting point .On the confirmation it stated the Annexe of the bus station infact you need to take the escalator down to pick up your ticket .Our guide Kik Koo was…”
Asakusa kimono tea ceremony with matcha and wagashi. Choose a seasonal kimono, learn etiquette, whisk matcha, 90 minutes.
“This activity exceeded my expectations, the kimono were absolutely beautiful, and they allow you to take lots of pictures and it is a rental for the remainder of the day. The tea ceremony is quiet and beautiful and will led.”
A 9-hour Tokyo highlights bus tour with Imperial Palace, Sensō-ji, a tea ceremony in Nakamise, Hilton buffet lunch, and Tokyo Bay cruise.
“Exceptionally good value for money. Our guide, Atsushi-san, was very calm, entertaining and sweet. The lunch at the Hilton was superb! 5-stars!”
In Shibuya, learn a private tea ceremony with EAST GREEN MATCHA organic matcha, 200-year wagashi, and guided matcha making for $30.
“It was amazing! Our guide knew a lot about matcha and its tradition. We highly recommend this experience.”
Practice Zen in Tokyo with a guided Japanese tea ceremony at Kikai Shinko Kaikan: matcha, sweets, and you perform it too.
“Lovely, caring instruction on the history and preparation of the tea ceremony. Loved this experience!”
In 4 hours in Tokyo, make origami, fresh udon, sushi and tempura, sip free sake and matcha, and take home calligraphy on colored paper.
“This was a personable, fun and truly memorable experience. Taka-San and Keiko-San really make you feel like part of their family, they are both very knowledgeable and lovely people. The cooking and eating part was not only educational, but just lots of fun, and YUM! The time never felt rushed even though we did so…”
Wasako tea ceremony in Asakusa: choose sweets and bowls, watch the ritual, then make your own matcha in a tatami room.
“A truly unforgettable experience! This traditional Japanese tea ceremony was one of the highlights of my trip to Japan. From the moment we stepped into the tearoom, we were transported into a world of calm, beauty, and precision. Our host was incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable, guiding us through each step of the ceremony with grace…”
A relaxed matcha experience in Asakusa. Learn whisking, taste sweets, and skip the stress of strict tea-ceremony etiquette.
“A beautiful moment of sharing and in all zenitude, thank you for the welcome and teachings of Midori, a beautiful person who shares her knowledge with kindness.Auto-translated”
A small-group Shibuya tea ceremony with a tea master. Learn matcha history, watch the ritual, then whisk your own.
“A perfect gem! This old & original little tea house, tucked away on a little side street, is not only beautiful & relaxing, it’s a tranquil & peaceful, allowing you to leave the hustle & bustle of the outside world for a short while whilst learning about the traditions & history of the tea ceremony.…”
A small-group Tokyo tea ceremony near the Kamogawa Delta where you learn matcha steps from Mari, a 20-year tea master, in English.
“Learning about Japanese culture was very interesting. I appreciate how they are trying to hold onto the old traditions.”
Asakusa tea house with real geisha performance, live shamisen, ozashiki-asobi game, matcha and sweets, plus a keepsake photo.
“The hosts of the event were very welcoming and friendly. The performance of the geishas was really beautiful and we even had a chance to talk to them afterwards and ask them questions. The traditional game we played was fun and afterwards we were served with matcha tee and sweets. We are grateful to be…”
Make seasonal wagashi nerikiri with Kyoto bean paste, then grind and sip single-origin Uji matcha in a 95-minute tea ceremony class.
“I liked this activity. I have learned a new skill of making sweets using sweet bean paste. However, I could not remember the name of this technique. Would be good if the organisers wrote the name in the description of this activity.”
Tokyo tea ceremony workshop with a Japanese tea master: taste rare teas, whisk matcha, and take home a certificate plus a group photo.
“We liked it a lot. Didn’t know what to expect but we learned a lot. Would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to learn more about Japanese culture.”
Relaxed Asakusa tea ceremony in a small group. Whisk matcha, learn each step’s meaning, and savor Japanese sweets in 1 hour.
“Ceremonia matchy była bardzo miła i przepięknie prowadzona. Każdy mógł samodzielnie przygotować matchę według poznanej sztuki – naprawdę warto było.”
Ceremonies, afternoon sittings, mint pours and estate trails, wherever tea is taken seriously.
