Private Tour

Tokyo: Matcha Tea Ceremony Experience at Japanese room in Shibuya

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

During this activity, you will join a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and learn its basic etiquette in a calm, welcoming atmosphere. You will also make your own matcha and taste different kinds of tea, gaining a deeper appreciation of the mindfulness and subtle beauty at the heart of this tradition.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with wheelchairs

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Make your own bowl of matcha and discover the essence of the Japanese tea ceremony! In this activity, you will prepare matcha yourself under the guidance of a friendly instructor, learning the essential manners and techniques step by step. As part of the experience, you will also taste different kinds of Japanese tea, comparing their flavors while deepening your understanding of this centuries-old tradition. The relaxed atmosphere makes it easy to join even as a beginner, while still offering authentic cultural insight. ・Prepare matcha on your own with hands-on instruction ・Taste and compare different Japanese teas while learning their traditions ・Enjoy a relaxed, beginner-friendly introduction to the tea ceremony

What‘s Included

1-hour expert instruction by a friendly Japanese

Best selections of tea leaves & a little snack

Photos during the experience (We will send you in the end)

All Tool for tea ceremony

Options

Tokyo: Matcha Tea Ceremony Experience at Japanese room in Shibuya

Reviews

5.00

10 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful experience with Teacher Taku
I7720ECdeea,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My teacher Taku was really good and knowledgeable about Matcha and Hojicha tea (my new favourite). Very useful experience on knowing more about japanese culture. I highly recommend!!
Takes you through a traditional tea ceremony and finishes with a tasting of 3 different teas. Very enjoyable experience.
Sherpa32828052083,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
So informative, relaxed and enjoyable! Taku was friendly and happy to answer all of our questions and was very knowledgeable about traditional and modern Japan.
Relaxing way to try new teas
T3869HDjeffg,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great relaxing experience, Taku was very informative and helped me make the perfect cup of Matcha. I enjoyed trying different teas including ones I had not heard of. Very enjoyable experience overall and I recommend for everyone.
Perfect Friendly Tea ceremony
Q2218ARjessep,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent ceremony full of friendship and harmony. Thanks for sharing the Japanese culture. Highly recommend coming!
Highly recommend
dianepR8941DJ,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great friendly experience. Learned so much about teas and had a great session. Highly recommend coming fore a tea session
Must Try Japanese Cultural Experience for Tea Lovers
D4985WBjessep,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
So-Wa, was excellent! He shared a lot of history fo Japan’s tea ceremony and was very informative with all things Japan. Highly recommend!!
Very fun and informative 🥰
O4802LXcarlan,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tea experience was very beautiful and insightful. Making the matcha tea was great, speacially accompanied by traditional sweets! We also had a chance to try other three tea, all of them were very tasty and made with so much care :)
Matcha Tea Experience
Neel J,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Was great to experience the teas and a sense of the culture behind the host’s experience. I’d highly recommend this to anyone
Definitely recommend
swapnim,,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Such a good experience learning more about matcha. Ryota was amazing! Definitely recommend
Wonderful Tea Ceremony Experience in Shibuya with Maru
rolam101,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I joined a tea ceremony in Shibuya guided by Maru. He explained the traditions kindly and made the atmosphere calm and welcoming. It was a beautiful moment to experience Japanese culture in the heart of the city.