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The 15 Best Tea Experiences in Tokyo

36 tea experiences  ·  from $18 a head

Tokyo does the short version: an hour in Asakusa or Shibuya, often with sweets you make yourself. The 15 below are compared on price, how central they are, and whether you whisk your own bowl.

Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set - Starting with matcha’s story, not just a bowl of tea
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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, Nama, or Hiya guides you through matcha’s history, quality, and preparation. You whisk your own tea with traditional tools, then enjoy it with seasonal Japanese sweets in a relaxed one-hour class.

“Wonderful and fun experience! The instructor, Shuri, was so kind, knowledgeable, passionate, patient and spoke great English. She created a fun space for us all to learn, appreciate matcha culture and experience and make friendships to share the experience of making and drinking matcha together. Absolute highlight of Tokyo!”

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Kimono Tea Ceremony at Tokyo, Asakusa Maikoya - What happens during the 90-minute visit
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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 dress you in a traditional kimono, style your hair, and guide you through a formal matcha ceremony. You’ll learn the meaning behind each movement, make your own tea, enjoy snacks, and take photos. Some bookings may allow extra kimono time around Asakusa.

“fascinating, beautiful experience. i highly recommend it to anyone wanting a cultural experience!!!!”

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Tokyo: Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master - Making matcha with traditional tools
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Tokyo: Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master

3.Traditional Tea Ceremony with a Tea Master

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

Across from Tokyo University, Ocharu offers a 60-minute English-language tea session with a tea master. You will taste wakocha, gyokuro, matcha, and genmaicha, eat seasonal wagashi from Ougiya, whisk your own matcha, and leave with a certificate and group photo.

“The tea ceremony was a wonderful experience. The vibe was relaxed and friendly. Our tea master was very engaging and personable. We learned a lot about Japanese tea and tea culture. This is an activity we would definitely recommend to other travelers who are visiting Tokyo. Blaine & Edward, visiting from the USA”

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Dynamic Tokyo: Tokyo Tower, Tea Experience, Bay Cruise Day Tour - Imperial Palace grounds and the view of Nijubashi
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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 touring Tokyo by coach, foot, boat, and elevator. Visit the Imperial Palace grounds, Senso-ji, Nakamise, a matcha experience, Tokyo Tower, and a bay cruise, with buffet lunch and major admissions included. Guides such as Mina and Aki are praised for clear, lively commentary.

“Excellent tour! Our tour guide was very good and we got a chance to see excellent highlights of the city. Lunch was delicious and tea ceremony was an amazing traditional experience. Highly recommended for those visiting for a few days.”

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Tokyo: Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa - Finding the class beside Asakusa Station
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Tokyo: Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa

5.Matcha Making Experience with Mochi Sweets in Asakusa

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

In Asakusa, local instructors such as Ken, Mana, Hayato, Hiyo, and Yui guide you through matcha history, etiquette, whisking, and tasting. The seated, English-language class uses a light quiz and hands-on practice, then pairs your tea with Japanese sweets. No prior experience is needed.

“It was a unique and amazing experience and we really enjoyed it. Everything was explained very well and clearly and the hosts were very friendly. The matcha tasted amazing! We would definitely recommend this experience.”

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Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour - Starting near Kaminarimon
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Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour

6.Asakusa Cultural Walk & Matcha Making Tour

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

Spend three hours in Asakusa with a certified MagicalTrip guide such as Aoi, Mai, or Mihori. Visit Sensoji and Asakusa Shrine, sample Japanese sweets, learn to prepare matcha, then cook okonomiyaki or monja-yaki with a drink. Groups are capped at seven.

“This tour was absolutely perfect. We were unfortunately late due to the rain and traffic and was afraid we missed our tour but he waited for us. The trip was very personable, not only did we get the historical background on the temples but he also answered all our questions about the Japanese culture. I definitely recommend.”

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Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko Ropeway Panorama Full-Day Tour - Kachikachi Ropeway: the day’s big view
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Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko Ropeway Panorama Full-Day Tour

7.Mt. Fuji & Lake Kawaguchiko Ropeway Panorama Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 236 reviews · 10 hours · from $54

Spend 10 hours exploring Mt. Fuji’s best-known viewpoints from Tokyo. Ride the Kachikachi Ropeway, prepare matcha beside Lake Kawaguchiko, stop at the Lawson Fuji photo spot, and visit Oshino Hakkai. Guides such as Sawaki, Laner, Peter, and Brewski are praised for keeping the busy day friendly and well organized.

“We had a great day on Mount Fuji. Our guide, Sawaki, was really excellent: very friendly, well organised and attentive to everyone’s needs. He was able to create a friendly atmosphere and make the outing alive. The excursion was interesting, but unfortunately the timing did not allow you to fully enjoy the lake. The meal was good, but with few options for those who do not eat meat; a menu based on fish and vegetables would have been appreciated. Despite this, we highly recommend this outing!”

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Tokyo: Matcha and Kimono Experience - Meeting Komei near Yotsuya Station
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Tokyo: Matcha and Kimono Experience

8.Matcha and Kimono Experience

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

Near Yotsuya, guide Komei leads a small-group introduction to matcha, teaism, tea ceremony, and kimono. You choose an easy-to-wear kimono, compare Japanese and overseas matcha, learn four steps for preparing it at home, and practice drinking and whisking matcha with traditional tools.

“We had a great time with our host, Komei. We learned many interesting things, and the taste of the Matcha was incredible. If you want to try real Matcha, we truly recommend this experience!”

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Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor - Watching the formal koicha preparation
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Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor

9.Tea Ceremony Workshop in Tokyo by the Experienced Instrucor

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

In a traditional second-floor tearoom near Asakusa, an experienced English-speaking instructor introduces you to Urasenke-style Chado. You watch a formal koicha preparation, taste several teas and Japanese sweets, then whisk your own usucha. Small groups, flexible times, and a calm setting make this a thoughtful Tokyo cultural activity.

“A wonderful experience. The cermonial tradition was thoroughly explained. Comfortable environment. Our hostess was very knowledgeable.”

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

10.Asakusa Kimono Dressing and Matcha Experience

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

At Kimono Rental Shop YUI, near Kaminarimon Gate, Tsuyoshi and his team help you choose a kimono or yukata, style your hair, and complete your look with geta and a handbag. You will learn how to drink matcha, then explore Asakusa until 5:30 pm. A private photo session is optional.

“This was a very knowledgeable experience, walking around in my beautiful kimono was awesome I got many compliments which of course made me smile even more, I highly recommend. Ps is was quite warm under the layers”

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Asakusa: Kimono Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweet - A Quiet Tea Room and Four Ideas
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Asakusa: Kimono Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweet

11.Asakusa: Kimono Tea Ceremony with Matcha and Sweet

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

In Asakusa, choose a seasonal kimono, have your hair styled, and learn the quiet art of tea from an English-speaking host such as Mia, Wakana, Yoko, or Kyoko. You will watch a formal matcha demonstration, prepare your own tea, taste wagashi, and take photos in staged indoor areas and a small garden.

“It was amazing and Yoko was very entertaining and informative”

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Tokyo: Full-Day Tour w/Tea Experience,Buffet Lunch & Cruise - Starting at Tokyo Station or Shinjuku
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Tokyo: Full-Day Tour w/Tea Experience,Buffet Lunch & Cruise

12.Full-Day Tour w/Tea Experience,Buffet Lunch & Cruise

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

Spend 9 to 9.5 hours touring Tokyo by bus with an English-speaking guide. 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, warm commentary.

“Awesome! Awesome trip! Our tour guide Mina was excellent! She was very thorough and kept us informed throughout the trip. Mina is very funny and made our experience of Japanese culture and sites very memorable. The buffet lunch at the Hilton was first class! Wide selection of foods! Plus the desserts were tasty and delicately presented. The cruise portion of the tour was good …. as it was nice to see the Rainbow Bridge and Tokyo pier from that vantage point. Overall the tour was excellent and a great way to see some of the major areas/sites in Tokyo in a day! The tour bus was comfortable, clean and we…”

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Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya - What happens during the 90-minute visit
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Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya

13.Make Traditional Nerikiri Sweets & Matcha experience in Shibuya

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

Meet Hana near Omotesando Station for a 90-minute home-based class. Shape three traditional nerikiri designs, invent a fourth, then enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets. The group is limited to four, and everything you make can go home with you.

“This was our first visit to Japan, we picked this activity to get an insiders perspective and start with something calm. It was a perfect choice. We loved it, we loved the host and it was so tasty and cute. We would like to say thank you one more for inviting us in your home.”

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Tea Ceremony Experience in a Private Tea Room in Shibuya - The opening lesson: matcha from leaf to bowl
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Tea Ceremony Experience in a Private Tea Room in Shibuya

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

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

Meet guide Tatsu near Shibuya Station and step into a quiet private tea room run by EAST GREEN MATCHA. Learn how matcha is grown and prepared, taste rare organic tea with traditional sweets, then whisk your own bowl in the formal style.

“It was amazing! Our guide knew a lot about matcha and its tradition. We highly recommend this experience.”

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Tokyo: Practicing Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony - Watching the tea master prepare matcha
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Tokyo: Practicing Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony

15.Practicing Zen with a Japanese Tea Ceremony

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

Meet your English-speaking instructor opposite Tokyo Tower for a 75-minute tea ceremony lesson. Watch the careful preparation, taste matcha with a traditional sweet, learn how Zen shapes the ritual, then make tea yourself with guidance from a tea master such as Junko, Ken, or Midori.

“Fantastic experience with Tea Master and her Assistance. Strongly recommend the whole attraction!”

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