Join a local master for a quintessentially Japanese experience: a tea ceremony in Kyoto. Inside the tea master’s private residence, be clothed in an exquisite kimono and get an in-depth introduction into the customs and history of this ritualistic ceremony. Learn about the correlation between tea ceremonies and Zen Buddhism while preparing and pouring tea the traditional way.

Programme Details

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Today’s activity can begin at 09:30, 11:00, 13:00 or 15:30. Take a closer look at one of Japan’s quintessential arts: the tea ceremony. Meet with a tea master in a private abode for an interactive cultural experience. Hear how the master studied for years to perfect the art of sado, or tea ceremony.

Before preparing the tea, get an introduction to Japan’s traditional and iconic attire – the kimono. After being helped into the magnificent garment, learn about the history of the ceremony. Explore its roots and find out how the rituals practised in the ceremony are closely related to the beliefs of Zen Buddhism. Then it is time to prepare the tea. Follow the master through the motions step-by-step, learning the reasons for each and every movement. 

Once the tea is ready, the serving process begins. As with the preparation, the serving of the tea is also steeped in meaningful rituals. Before sipping the tea, delicate and delightful traditional Japanese confectioneries known as wagashi are eaten, sweetening the tongue to make the matcha tea taste less bitter, and creating a mouthful of harmony in the process.

After sipping the healthy brew, return the kimono and bid farewell to the tea master, taking away lasting memories of this incredible glimpse into Japanese culture and tradition. 

 

Notes:

- Groups of over 5 will be split up into smaller groups.
- Cancellation fee starts from 65 days prior to the reservation date.
- Please inform your travel agent of any special dietary requirements that you might have.
- Prices may change due to unforeseen circumstances.
- We strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance (covering emergency medical evacuation).
- Please note that all of the above services and tours have yet to be booked. They are proposed for your information only and we will not make any reservations before we receive your confirmation.
- If one or some proposed service(s) is (are) not available at the time of booking, we will try to find other possibilities/options or other similar service(s) in order to avoid changes in the program.

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