Tokyo Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Japanese Tea Master
Recommended by 94% of travelers
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Tokyo, Japan
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Enjoying some Japanese tea is a popular tourist pastime, but many tours don’t teach you the significance that tea ceremonies play in the country’s cultural history. On this small-group experience, sample a range of rare teas while learning from a Japanese tea master. After you’re done, you’ll receive a certificate of completion to take away as a souvenir.
- Includes a souvenir photo of your group to remember the trip
- Learn how to make traditional Japanese matcha
- Enjoy a slice of cake with your tea
- Small-group experience: Lots of chances to ask your guide questions
What's Included
- Welcome Tea and Cake
- Sencha Tasting
- Matcha Making Session
- Genmaicha Finale
- Certificate of Completion
- Access to the Tea Ceremony Room
- Souvenirs and Gifts
- Travel to and from the Ocharu Tea Ceremony Room
- Any special requests or customizations beyond the standard experience
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- OCHARU6-chōme-2-10 Hongō, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
The building has a green logo on the wall saying "OCHARU", so it should be easy to find. Please arrive 5 minutes early to check in and be ready for the experience.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
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Tokyo
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Bunkyo
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Japan
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
ItalaR_G
This experience is unique .We learn he different teas from Japan we try them learn the temperature of the water to brew the tea .Amazing our instructor was very knowledgeable we really enjoyed and we recommend this activity…
Reviews
4.8
based on 47 reviews
Fred_C, Mar 2026
We had a wonderful time at our Matcha tea ceremony experience. Shinichi was very friendly and knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the history of tea and the different types of teas in addition to matcha. I would have also enjoyed more of the actual tea ceremony itself because it was only partially demonstrated. Other than that I highlyl recommend it to anyone interested in tea!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Your review means a lot to us! Thank you so much for sharing this amazing feedback, we are glad you had a great time! :)
Joseph_D, Mar 2026
Being in Japan, we wanted to learn about tea. This was very interactive and fun. One of the 4 teas we tried was Matcha, where we learned how to make it and the traditional ceremony. It was a small group, and everyone joined in the fun.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review :)
We’re really happy you enjoyed the interactive experience and learning about matcha and the tea ceremony. It’s also great to hear the small group made it even more fun.
We truly appreciate your feedback!
Joy_L, Mar 2026
Great experience. At this location you can sit on a chair which we needed. We learned so much and got to experience the ceremony and many types of teas.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
So happy to hear you had a great experience!
We’re glad the seating was comfortable for you and that you could fully enjoy discovering the ceremony and the different teas. It’s true that when exploring the city, a nice seated break is always appreciated.
Thanks a lot for sharing this :)
Christopher_C, Mar 2026
The excursion was disappointing. We expected a traditional ceremony with an education about the traditions. Instead,, we were served tea while sitting at a table. . We brought white socks and were prepared to bow then sit on cushions. It was extremely difficult to understand the hostess.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations.
Your feedback is very important to us, and we sincerely regret any disappointment caused, especially regarding the setting and the clarity of the explanations provided.
Please kindly contact our Customer Support team via our email or directly through Viator, so we can look into this further and do our very best to find a way to make things right for you.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and please accept our sincere apologies once again.
Meryl_P, Feb 2026
Traditional and modern explanation.Very pleasant tea master. not tradional Matsui material. xxxxxxxxx
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this nice feedback with us :)
Shooq_B, Feb 2026
It was wonderful experience I'm really happy and enjoying. Thanks a kot for everything.
I'm happy...
Response from Host, Feb 2026
We are so happy too! Thank you so much for sharing! :D
ItalaR_G, Jan 2026
This experience is unique .We learn he different teas from Japan we try them learn the temperature of the water to brew the tea .Amazing our instructor was very knowledgeable we really enjoyed and we recommend this activity…
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much, this lovely feedback truly means a lot to us!
Nancy_H, Jan 2026
Very fun experience with great tea. Would recommend to anyone traveling with family. We had a great time and learned a lot about the teas that we were drinking.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for this beautiful review! We’re truly happy to hear how memorable this tea ceremony was for you!
Matthew_L, Oct 2025
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.
Ignatius_G, Sep 2025
It is located across the street from Tokyo university. The class was so educational and gave me a deeper appreciation for the religions and culture of Japan. It is a hands on approach which we wanted.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed the Tea House! It’s wonderful to hear that the hands-on approach helped you gain a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and religions. Experiences like yours are exactly what we hope our guests take away, Thank you!
Reto_D, Aug 2025
If you'd like to try different Japanese teas in a relaxed atmosphere with a charming hostess, this tour is perfect for you.
It was a wonderful experience watching the hostess preparing the different teas and explaining their properties. (There is also a projection with the information.)
Tasting the individual teas was also very interesting, as they weren't the types of tea you'd normally drink. Of course, she also explained the properties of Macha tea, and we were allowed to prepare our own tea under her guidance.
To avoid disappointment, it should be made clear that this tour is NOT a tea ceremony, but rather a tasting of various Japanese teas.
Don't miss it and enjoy it like we did!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed exploring different Japanese teas and preparing your own under our hostess’s guidance. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. Just to clarify, this experience is indeed not a full traditional tea ceremony, which can be very long and formal, but rather a relaxed and enjoyable tasting of various Japanese teas. Your feedback means a lot to us :)
DavidSeth_K, Jul 2025
This is NOT the tea ceremony you are expecting. It is more a lesson on how to make matcha.
If you expected to get a geisha like woman making you tea while you sat on floor, wrong program.
Gary_M, Apr 2025
This was not a tea ceremony, this was a tea tasting. The woman who lead this tour did not speak English. We had to read everything off a screen. Very disappointed in the whole tour and I believe that they should refund us the cost of the tour. I requested an English speaking tour and they agreed. I did not get what they agreed to.
V1CK1, Mar 2025
Lovely informative activity, multiple cups of different teas and a small sweet compliments the teas.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the tea experience and the little sweet treat. Hope to have you join us again someday!
Cynthia_C, Mar 2025
The tea ceremony was fun and educational. Learned about 5 different Japanese teas. Only lasts about an hour so not drawn out or boring.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for the nice review :) We are so happy to hear that you had a good time at the tea ceremony! Hope to see welcome you again in the future:)
Imma_O, Oct 2024
The booked event „tea ceremony“ did not take place. We waited 30 minutes in front of the building. We wasted a lot of time. For this reason we expect that we get the refound immediatly. Never again!!!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
We are truly sorry to hear about your experience with the scheduled tea ceremony.
Please accept our sincerest apologies for the inconvenience and time wasted due to this oversight.
We understand how disappointing it must have been to miss out on this event. We are addressing this issue immediately to ensure it does not happen again.
Your refund is already processed, and you should receive it promptly.
Again, we apologize for this lapse in service and deeply regret that we did not meet your expectations on this occasion.
Best Regards,
Nikolai & Kaho
CEOs Sunrise Adventure
Mary_A, Oct 2024
A wonderful opportunity to experience different teas, their ceremonial preparation and their consumption. A knowledgeable tea master who was able to share the process in an intimate setting.
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review!
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the traditional Japanese tea ceremony and appreciated the knowledge shared by our tea master.
It's our pleasure to provide an intimate setting that enhances the learning and enjoyment of this beautiful cultural practice.
We hope your experience has deepened your appreciation for Japanese tea traditions and that we can welcome you again soon.
Best Regards,
Nikolai & Kaho
CEOs Sunrise Adventure
Daniel_D, Oct 2024
The tea ceremony was so amazing! It was so informative, fun, and delicious all at the same time! My family felt very comfortable the entire time. Definitely book this!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you for such a wonderful review!
We're delighted that you and your family enjoyed the tea ceremony and felt comfortable throughout the experience. It's fantastic to hear that you found it both educational and enjoyable.
We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another delightful experience soon!
Best Regards,
Nikolai & Kaho
CEOs Sunrise Adventure
Andreas_S, Jan 2026
I had a beautiful, detailed and interesting tea ceremony. The tea master taught me the history of the different teas, what makes them different, the preparation and how to enjoy them in a great way. It was a beautiful hour with a lot of Japanese culture.
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Response from Host, Feb 2026
This is really an amazing feedback! We are so glad you had such a great time! Arigato gozaimasu!
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