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Tokyo: Kimono & Matcha Tea Ceremony - Authentic Experience
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Overview
Matcha and Kimono Experience in Tokyo. Step into a world of Japanese tradition with this immersive experience. Over 1500 guests loved this journey into matcha and kimonos last year!
This experience offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, letting visitors savor the finest matcha while adorned in a beautiful, easy-to-wear kimono. Participants will discover the art of preparing and enjoying matcha, learn about tea ceremony philosophy, and compare Japanese and international matcha varieties. It's a hands-on workshop for those seeking to understand and appreciate authentic Japanese tea culture.
The Matcha and Kimono Experience includes tea ceremony tool rentals, snacks, and a kimono rental. Participants should note that private transportation is not included. This experience, led by a native English speaker, is a gateway to understanding the essence of Teaism and the art of matcha preparation. 
Highlights
Taste Premium Matcha: Discover and enjoy high-quality matcha from a collection of over 100 varieties.
Easy Kimono Experience: Wear a traditional Japanese kimono quickly and easily before the workshop.
Learn Tea Ceremony: Understand the philosophy of Tea Ceremony and Teaism from an expert.
Make Matcha at Home: Master the art of preparing a beautiful bowl of matcha to enjoy anytime.
Sentiment Analysis
Guests love learning how to make matcha.
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Many enjoy wearing the easy-to-wear kimonos.
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Customers appreciate the chance to taste different types of matcha.
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The instructors are friendly and helpful.
Some guests wished for more in-depth information about the tea ceremony.
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A few found the group size a little large.
The Journey
Matcha Tasting Venue
A curated space where you'll explore a diverse collection of high-quality matcha from various regions of Japan, engaging your senses to discern the unique characteristics of each.
Kimono Fitting Area
A dedicated area where you can quickly and easily try on a specially designed kimono, offering a taste of Japanese traditional clothing without the lengthy dressing process of a typical kimono.
Tea Ceremony Lecture Room
The venue for an enlightening lecture on the philosophy of Tea Ceremony and Teaism. It is designed to help you understand the importance of tea culture. Learn about the differences between teas(green, black and Chinese etc.)
Matcha Preparation Station
A hands-on learning environment where you'll use traditional tea tools to prepare your own bowl of matcha, mastering the techniques and etiquette of this revered practice.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes the rental of tea ceremony tools, snacks, coffee and tea, and an easy-to-wear kimono. Private transportation is not included. Participants will meet at a designated location in Tokyo to begin the experience. It's a chance to immerse in local culture and enjoy hands-on learning.
Hot Tip
Guests suggest arriving a few minutes early to allow ample time to select a kimono and settle in before the experience begins. Also, be sure to ask questions! The instructors are very knowledgeable and happy to share their expertise.
Review Summary
People find this experience educational and highly enjoyable, highlighting the friendliness and expertise of the hosts who patiently teach about matcha, tea ceremony philosophy, and kimono dressing. Reviewers frequently praise the easy-to-wear kimonos, the detailed explanations in fluent English, and the hands-on preparation of matcha tea as engaging and authentic cultural immersion. Some note the experience is very accessible to beginners and appreciate the relaxed atmosphere. Negative points are rare but a few travelers expected a more formal traditional ceremony or geisha-style presentation, which this workshop does not offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
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