Top Shizuoka Prefecture Cooking Classes

Experience a 90-minute tea ceremony at Umegoten, a former imperial villa in Rakujuen Park, just steps from Mishima Station. Built in 1890 as a retreat for Prince Komatsu Akihito, uncle to Emperor Meiji, it is designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property. While most imperial properties are open only for viewing, Taian invites you inside to enjoy seasonal sweets and matcha prepared with Mt. Fuji’s spring water, watch traditional tea preparation, whisk your own bowl with expert guidance, and photograph the serene garden views. With small groups, this experience offers a personal encounter with Japanese tea culture in a timeless setting.

Learn simple and delicious Japanese home cooking using seasonal ingredients from Shizuoka in a personal cooking class. Experience Shizuoka with a choice of local sake pairings and tea drinking comparisons After the meal, we will have everyone prepare their own matcha and enjoy the tea ceremony.

・The Sacred Origin of Green Tea: Step right into Ashikubo, the legendary birthplace of Shizuoka tea, and pluck fresh leaves in historic fields. ・Hands-free Memories: Forget fiddling with your camera—a professional photographer accompanies you to capture candid, magazine-quality moments. ・Sip & Savour Like a Local: Pair freshly brewed local sencha with traditional Japanese onigiri (rice balls) right in the middle of idyllic tea fields. ・10 Pro Shots Included: Receive 10 beautifully edited digital photos post to cherish and share your Shizuoka journey forever.

You can enjoy stunning views of Mt. Fuji from an authentic Japanese teahouse, a rare and exclusive scenery unique to this location. You can experience Japanese culture firsthand through casual tea experiences such as matcha or sencha tasting, as well as traditional kimono dressing. You can relax in a beautiful park surrounded by seasonal nature, while also watching impressive cruise ships in the distance — a perfect blend of culture and spectacular views.