Savor the aesthetics of feudal Japan through a tea ceremony in one of Kanazawa’s oldest gardens

Details

• Private experience

• Location: Koshomachi, Kanazawa

• 70 minutes

• 8 people max. Minimum of 2 participants required. (Solo guest may book at the price of 2 participants)

• Offered in Japanese, with friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in English
  (French/German/Spanish interpretation may be available upon request)

Tranquility in Tea

Gyokusen-en, one of the oldest gardens in Kanazawa, evokes an atmosphere of tranquil timelessness. Ensconced within the garden is the Saisetsu-tei Tea House which has a 400-year history of feudal lords sharing tea with their guests. The traditional tea ceremony performed at Saisetsu-tei breathes life into the principles and philosophies of sixteenth-century writer/poet Sen no Rikyū, widely regarded as Japan’s most influential tea ceremony master. Sen no Rikyū sought to have tea houses nestled within tranquil, rustic gardens providing a setting for strangers to meet in a moment of mutual respect and peace while sharing a cup of tea. His philosophy was that each tea ceremony is an opportunity to indelibly imprint upon the heart these serene, fleeting meetings. Join us for tea in the beautiful, history-filled Gyokusen-en Garden, and experience your own serendipitous moment of tranquility that will forever reside within your heart.

What you’ll do

Learn about the culture of tea ceremony and its customs. Enjoy the first bowl of matcha (green tea,) which the master will prepare. And next, try your hand at whisking your own tea, with wagashi, Japan's seasonal sweets.

Who can attend

Children must be 7+

Vegetarian/vegan dietary needs can be accommodated.

Please inform us of any dietary requirements at checkout, including allergies.

Availability

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
(Except Wednesday)
*Closed for winter: December 25th to February 28th

Session 1 (10:50 - 12:00)
Session 2 (11:50 - 13:00)
Session 3 (12:50 - 14:00)
Session 4 (13:50 - 15:00)

Access

10 min taxi ride from Kanazawa station.

Cancellation Policy

Please make your booking at 5 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
* A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.