Kyoto Karasuma Area: Tea Ceremony Experience with Japanese Traditional Sweets Making

About this experience

This tea ceremony experience is a heritage activity in Kyoto's Karasuma district, combining two traditional Japanese practices in a single session. Participants learn the formal preparation and serving of matcha, a ritual codified under the influence of Sen no Rikyu in the sixteenth century, alongside hands-on instruction in wagashi, the seasonal confectionery served before tea. The session covers the correct handling of utensils, the etiquette of the tea room, and the techniques for shaping traditional sweets from ingredients such as nerikiri. No prior knowledge is required. Tickets include all materials, a tasting of the prepared tea and sweets, and English-language guidance throughout. For more things to do in Kyoto, the Karasuma area sits within easy reach of Nijo Castle and the Nishiki Market.

Highlights

• Learn matcha preparation rooted in sixteenth century tradition
• Shape wagashi sweets by hand using nerikiri and seasonal ingredients
• Covers utensil handling, tea room etiquette and serving technique
• Held in Kyoto's Karasuma district, a centre of Japanese heritage
• Combines a full tea ceremony and confectionery class in one session
• No prior knowledge or experience required to take part

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.