Spend an Hour with Us and Become a Matcha Pro!
Join us for an immersive experience where you’ll learn the traditional art of making matcha. Under the guidance of our skilled instructors, you’ll master the techniques to create the perfect bowl of matcha. Take this unique skill back home and share the beauty and tranquility of matcha with your friends and family. Discover the joy of matcha making and become a true ambassador of this time-honored tradition.
FEATURES
- We use traditional matcha from time-honored cultivators and organic matcha
- High-quality tea ceremony equipment
- Instruction available in English
- Certificate of completion
- Gallery space available
We use traditional matcha from time-honored cultivators and organic matcha
We offer matcha produced in Uji, Kyoto, a region with a rich history of matcha cultivation.
High-quality tea ceremony equipment
We provide practical instruction using the finest tea ceremony equipment.
Instruction available in English
We offer clear, easy-to-understand instructions in English to accommodate international participants.
Certificate of completion
Graduates receive a certificate.
Gallery space available
In our gallery, you can purchase exhibits provided by a long-established tea ceremony equipment shop. Available items include matcha, beginner matcha starter sets, traditional tea ceremony tools, and crafts.
EXPERIENCE FLOW
Introduction and Tasting
Guests will enjoy tasting matcha while indulging in sweets and receive an explanation about matcha-related topics, including the equipment used during the experience.
Selecting Matcha Bowls
Participants will select their own matcha bowls.
Matcha Preparation Instruction
Instruction and practice on how to prepare matcha.
Hands-on Matcha Preparation
Participants will have the opportunity to prepare matcha themselves, enjoying it or serving it to friends. Staff will take instant photos (Cheki) as a gift during the experience.
Completion and Souvenir
Participants will receive a certificate of completion,
along with an exclusive opportunity to purchase a gallery set as a souvenir.
MATCHA MASTERY COURSE
Matcha Preparation Experience Plan
Perfect for beginners to enjoy easily
- Private matcha preparation experience on traditional tatami mats
- Located near the serene Shinjuku Gyoen Garden in central Tokyo, an ideal experience for those traveling in the city
- Instructions available in English or Japanese
- Maximum of 4 participants allowed
- Fee: ¥10,000 per person (tax included; free for children under 10, provided that there is at least one adult in the group)
- Exclusive purchase opportunity for matcha, tea ceremony equipment, and lacquerware for participants
BOOKING PROCESS
Make a Booking
Please request a booking for your preferred date and time via our booking page.
This will be treated as a provisional reservation.
Payment by credit card is required at the time of booking via our secure Stripe payment system.
For details, pleaseto review our cancellation and refund policy.
Booking Confirmation
Your reservation will be confirmed once payment is completed and a confirmation email has been sent.
On the Day of Your Booking
Please arrive approximately 5 minutes before your scheduled time. The experience will begin shortly.
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Cancellation and Refund Policy
The following policies apply to cancellations and refunds:
- Customer-initiated cancellations:
- 48 hours or more before the scheduled time: 100% refund (less applicable fees)
- 48 to 24 hours before the scheduled time: 50% refund (less applicable fees)
- Less than 24 hours before the scheduled time: No refund
- No-shows are also non-refundable.
"Applicable fees" include Stripe transaction fees, currency conversion fees, and other fees related to payment processing.
[Example Calculation — Service Fee ¥10,000, paid by VISA card]
•Stripe processing fee: 3.6% (¥360)
•Currency conversion fee: 2% (¥200)
•Total applicable fees: ¥560
◆ If canceled more than 48 hours in advance:
→ Refund amount = ¥10,000 − ¥560 = ¥9,440
◆ If canceled between 48 and 24 hours in advance:
→ Refund amount = (¥10,000 − ¥560) × 50% = ¥4,720
◆ If canceled within 24 hours or in case of a no-show:
→ No refund
- Provider-initiated cancellations:
- If we must cancel due to unavoidable reasons such as natural disasters, illness, or emergencies, we will provide a full refund including all fees.
Note: If the actual number of participants (including adults and children) on the day is fewer than the number registered at the time of booking, no partial refund will be issued.
