Kyoto Tea Ceremony Experience
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Experience Highlights
In this activity you will have the opportunity, for approximately 1 hour, to participate in an authentic Japanese tea ceremony. You will be greeted by a host who will perform the ceremony and you will taste a hot and delicious matcha drink, served in the style of the land of the rising sun, accompanied by a traditional Japanese seasonal sweet .
This ancient ritual of Japanese culture will give you a deeper understanding of the history and tastes of the country . You will learn the steps of the ceremony, the utensils used and the importance of the decoration and layout of the rooms. An activity full of tradition, ideal for lovers of Japanese rituals and culture.
- Participate, for 1 hour, in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
- Learn about the importance of tea in Japanese culture.
- Enjoy a hot cup of matcha tea, accompanied by a seasonal Japanese sweet.
What’s included
- Experience the tea ceremony in Kyoto
- Matcha bowls, scoops and tea whisks for guests to make their own Matcha bowl
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Step by Step
Attend an authentic Japanese tea ceremony and find out all about this ancient and traditional ritual from the land of the rising sun. For about 1 hour, you will learn about the steps that are followed, the utensils that are used and the importance of the decoration and layout of the rooms in the celebration of the ceremony.
You will learn about all these facts from an expert host from one of the three main tea ceremony schools in Kyoto. From the host, you will also learn about the history of Japan and the importance of the tea ceremony in Japanese culture.
The tea ceremony, also known as "Chanoyu" or "Sado", is a traditional cultural practice in Japan that focuses on the preparation and presentation of powdered green tea called "matcha" . The tea ceremony originated in Japan more than 400 years ago and is considered an art form and an expression of Zen philosophy.
In the tea ceremony, the host and guests perform a series of rituals and precise gestures that symbolise harmony, respect, purity and tranquillity. The ceremony can be formal or informal, depending on the place and context, and can last several hours. A small portion of tea is served to each guest in a special container called a 'chawan', and the importance of enjoying each moment and appreciating the beauty in simple things is emphasised.
Once you have learned the basics, you will experience an authentic tea ceremony, which will end with you enjoying a hot and delicious matcha tea drink, accompanied by a seasonal Japanese sweet .
