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Where to Sit Down: The 15 Best Tokyo Tea Tours

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The good tokyo tea tours run small rooms and fill weeks ahead. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set - The hosts make the difference
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Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

1.Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 744 reviews · from $21Our pick

In Asakusa, an English-speaking host such as Shuri, Rino, Hiya, or Nama guides you through matcha’s story, preparation, and ceremonial whisking. You sit with traditional tools, make your own tea, and enjoy it with seasonal Japanese sweets. The relaxed one-hour class suits beginners, families, and anyone wanting culture without a formal tea ceremony.

“I had a very enjoyable experience with matcha. I tried making it for the first time, and it was very tasty and the staff was very fun and attentive. I highly recommend it if you are ever in Asakusa, Tokyo.”

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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Tokyo, Asakusa Maikoya - What happens in the tea room
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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Tokyo, Asakusa Maikoya

2.Kimono Tea Ceremony at Tokyo, Asakusa Maikoya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 638 reviews · from $55

At Maikoya Asakusa, staff help you choose a kimono, arrange a simple hairstyle, and guide you through a formal matcha ceremony. You’ll learn the meaning of the tools and movements, prepare your own tea, enjoy snacks, and take photos. English-speaking hosts such as Erika and Iyume may lead the session.

“Our group of 8 had a ton of fun time dressing in traditional kimonos and learning about the intricacies of the tea ceremony and other aspects of Japanese culture. Our teenagers both male and female thanked me for arranging such a fun session. We also had some great photo ops and enjoyed how efficiently the place was run and how smoothly everything went. I especially appreciated the special chairs and tables for us folks who might’ve had some flexibility challenges with kneeling or sitting directly on the tatami. Our host spoke perfect English and was most gracious. I highly recommend this activity and Maikoya; you will enjoy it!”

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Tokyo: Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master - Wakocha and cake provide a gentle start
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Tokyo: Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master

3.Tokyo: Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 528 reviews · 1 hour · from $38

At Ocharu, across from Tokyo University, a tea master guides you through wakocha, Gyokuro sencha, matcha preparation, wagashi, and Genmaicha in about an hour. You make your own matcha with traditional tools, taste tea leaves, receive a certificate, and finish with a group photo. English instruction is provided.

“I am a woman from the Netherlands and this tea ceremony in Tokyo was such a lovely and memorable experience. We had the sweetest Japanese woman guiding us through the entire ceremony. She explained everything so calmly and clearly, from how to properly prepare the tea to how each step is meant to be experienced. We were also allowed to try everything ourselves, which made it very interactive and enjoyable. The ceremony was accompanied by delicious Japanese snacks, which we truly enjoyed. It felt authentic, peaceful and very well explained, even for someone experiencing a tea ceremony for the first time. Downstairs there is a small café where you can…”

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Dynamic Tokyo: Tokyo Tower, Tea Experience, Bay Cruise Day Tour - Senso-ji, Nakamise, and Tokyo’s oldest temple district
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Dynamic Tokyo: Tokyo Tower, Tea Experience, Bay Cruise Day Tour

4.Dynamic Tokyo: Tokyo Tower, Tea Experience, Bay Cruise Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 521 reviews · from $99

Spend about nine hours seeing Tokyo by coach, foot, river, and observation deck. Visit the Imperial Palace, Senso-ji, Nakamise, a matcha workshop, Tokyo Tower, and a hotel buffet lunch. Guides such as Mina, Aki, Hiro, and Izumi are praised for clear English and strong local insight. The pace is active, but the coverage is excellent.

“VERY happy with our guide. The Tokyo tower was fun. Thoroughly enjoyed the tea ceremony and the explanation of what was going on. I wish we had been split up at the top of the garden so we could have enjoyed the garden more before our tea ceremony. Lunch was fun and delicious. The imperial palace stop wasn't worth it, a drive by would have been enough. I wish our group would have had a reserved section on the cruise so we could have had more explanations of what we were seeing. The last stop at Asakusa was fun and informative, wish we had more time there.”

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Tokyo: Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa - Whisking With Traditional Tools
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Tokyo: Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa

5.Tokyo: Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 388 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

In a one-hour seated class near Asakusa Station, English-speaking instructors such as Mana, Ken, Hayato, Hiyo, and Yui explain matcha’s origins, etiquette, and preparation. You’ll join a playful quiz, whisk your own tea with traditional tools, and taste it with Japanese sweets. It suits solo visitors, families, and anyone wanting a short cultural activity near Tokyo Skytree.

“the Matcha tea making experience was brilliant for solo travellers as you got to meet others from all over the place. the history and how to make matcha were a real lesson in the the passions of matcha tea. I probably won't make another cup of tea the same now. well worth the money and the instructors made it fun and educational. good value for money”

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Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour - Meeting near Kaminarimon and starting at the temple district
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Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour

6.Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 245 reviews · from $90

Spend about three hours in Asakusa with a certified MagicalTrip guide, exploring Nakamise Street, Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, and Kappabashi Kitchen Street. You will sample Japanese sweets, make matcha, and cook okonomiyaki or monja-yaki with lunch. Groups are capped at seven, and guides such as Aoi, Mai, Yuki, and Mihori are praised for clear English and helpful local insight.

“Our guide was wonderful. Our only complaint - at no fault of his - was the crowds in late May at the temple. The variety in the tour (temple, Namikase, making matcha and making lunch) kept it interesting (when traveling with teenagers that’s no small feat!).”

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Tokyo: Matcha and Kimono Experience - Choosing a kimono without a 30-minute ordeal
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Tokyo: Matcha and Kimono Experience

7.Tokyo: Matcha and Kimono Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 219 reviews · from $57

Near Yotsuya, just a short walk from Shinjuku, you choose an easy-wear kimono before learning about matcha, tea ceremony, teaism, and Japanese tea culture. Komei, the host, leads a friendly lesson on spotting real matcha, preparing it at home, and drinking it properly. The experience includes sweets, a welcome drink, and tea tools.

“The whole experience was amazing. Our facilitator Komei was very knowledgeable and easy going making our experience more memorable. Wearing the kimono's was a highlight as well. Komei took great photographs of our group. We all enjoyed our afternoon. Highly recommend. 5 stars !!”

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Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor - Sakura tea begins the workshop
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Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor

8.Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · from $38

At a traditional tearoom in Asakusa, an experienced instructor, including Ms. Haneishi, introduces you to Chado through video, ceremony, sweets, koicha, and hands-on usucha preparation. You will learn to serve tea as host and guest, sample several teas, and practice in a tatami room. Expect about 90 minutes, a small group, steep stairs, and required socks.

“This was an excellent private experience with just the 4 people in my group. This experience is inside of a school of chado, so it is a great learning experience from an established instructor. She was extremely nice, and explained the histRead more”

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Tokyo: Asakusa Kimono Dressing and Matcha Experience - Choosing between a kimono and a yukata
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Tokyo: Asakusa Kimono Dressing and Matcha Experience

9.Tokyo: Asakusa Kimono Dressing and Matcha Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 173 reviews · 2 hours · from $56

At Kimono Rental Shop YUI, four minutes from Asakusa Station, you choose a kimono or yukata, receive hairstyling and accessories, then learn matcha etiquette from owner Tsuyoshi and his team. Walk around Sensoji and the Sumida River until 5:30 pm, or add a 60-minute private photo session.

“This was such a BEAUTIFUL experience!! I went with my 3 daughters and we were beyond speechless with how special we were taken care of. They gave us a long rack of kimono options to choose from, with every attention to detail. They did our hair and allowed each of us to customize our hairstyles, and even gave us purses to choose from. The tea ceremony was so touching and immersive, and the guide was kind and thoughtful in every step of the process. We could film it all on our phones, and were then given ample time to roam the city glammed up. Please book this because you won't…”

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Asakusa: Kimono Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweet - Why the dressing is more than a costume change
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Asakusa: Kimono Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweet

10.Asakusa: Kimono Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweet

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 153 reviews · 1h 30m · from $66

In Asakusa, choose a seasonal kimono, receive professional dressing and long-hair styling, then join an English-led tea ceremony. Hosts such as Mia, Wakana, Yoko, and Kyoko explain the four principles of tea, demonstrate matcha preparation, and help with photos. You will make your own tea, taste wagashi, and may wear the kimono for nearby sightseeing afterward.

“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.”

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Tokyo: Full-Day Tour w/Tea Experience,Buffet Lunch & Cruise - Imperial Palace Plaza: a scenic outside look
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Tokyo: Full-Day Tour w/Tea Experience,Buffet Lunch & Cruise

11.Tokyo: Full-Day Tour w/Tea Experience,Buffet Lunch & Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 151 reviews · from $105

Spend 9 to 9.5 hours seeing Tokyo’s major sights by guided bus. You’ll visit the Imperial Palace Plaza, Senso-ji, Nakamise, Odaiba, and Tokyo Tower, with a casual tea ceremony, Hilton buffet lunch, and Tokyo Bay cruise included. Guides such as Mina, Aki, Atsushi, and Keiko are praised for clear, lively commentary.

“we had a great huide. Think he was called Mantuvo. lovely driver. Everything was perfect from startvto finish. Guide extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Everything started on time and finished on time. beautiful lunch in the Hilton. Boat trip woth professional singer. Tea making and tasting. I would highly recommend. good value for money plus a whole day sightseeing.”

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Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya - The first three nerikiri designs
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Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya

12.Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 130 reviews · from $60

Meet Hana near CHUMS Omotesando, then walk to her home for a hands-on nerikiri class. You’ll shape three traditional designs and create a fourth of your own, then enjoy matcha with Japanese sweets. The 90-minute class suits children, seniors, vegetarians, and vegans, with space for no more than four people.

“Hana was very welcoming and gave clear instructions on how to make the treats and perform a tea ceramony. She also gave us additional tips and suggestions for the rest of our trip!”

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Tea Ceremony Experience in a Private Tea Room in Shibuya - The formal preparation and the first bowl
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Tea Ceremony Experience in a Private Tea Room in Shibuya

13.Tea Ceremony Experience in a Private Tea Room in Shibuya

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 125 reviews · from $30

Meet Tatsuya at The OneFive Tokyo Shibuya and enter a private tea room just eight minutes from Shibuya Station. Learn tea ceremony customs, matcha production, and the meaning behind each utensil before tasting premium organic matcha with traditional sweets. You will also whisk your own tea and have time for questions.

“I love tea so was most definitely going to book a tea ceremony experience. The guide met us at the location specified and messaged before hand too. The guide had so much passion for matcha tea especially since his family for 2 generations has tea farms. He explained the calmness around the whole tea ceremony experience, how to respect every object used and the differences in matcha. I would definitely recommend this experience.”

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Tokyo: Practicing Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony - Why Zen Matters Here
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Tokyo: Practicing Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony

14.Tokyo: Practicing Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 105 reviews · 1h 15m · from $63

Meet your English-speaking instructor at Kikai Shinko Kaikan, opposite Tokyo Tower, for a 75-minute introduction to Zen and Japanese tea ceremony. Watch the careful preparation of matcha, taste a paired sweet, then perform the ceremony yourself with guidance. Seats are available for those who prefer not to sit on the floor, and groups are limited to 10.

“Tea seremony was really great. Everything was explained and we got to try it ourselves as well. Zen excercize was too short.”

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Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes "origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy" in 4 hours - Folding an origami crane
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Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes “origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy” in 4 hours

15.Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes “origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy” in 4 hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews · from $92

Meet Taka at JR Omori Station, then walk eight minutes to his home for a hands-on Japanese culture and food class. You’ll fold an origami crane, make udon from scratch, prepare sushi and gyoza, enjoy tempura and small dishes, drink matcha with Japanese sweets, and take home a calligraphy souvenir. Private groups, vegetarian, and vegan options are available.

“Taka and Keiko are wonderful hosts. They are friendly, inquisitive, welcoming and full of information. Our noodle making experience was delightful and a little unexpected with a fun surprise. All food was delicious. I learned a lot and can’t wait to make the recipes at home. Thank you for such a great experience”

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