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Kamakura Matcha Experience: Tradition, Taste & Tranquility

By Just Passing Through
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$89 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the tranquility of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony
  • Savour the delicate balance of smooth matcha and sweet wagashi confections
  • Observe the graceful preparation of matcha by a skilled host
  • Experience the philosophy of wabi-sabi, finding beauty in simplicity
  • Enjoy a hands-on opportunity to craft wagashi and learn about their artistry

Activity location

    • Kamakura
    • Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Kamakura
    • Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan

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Kamakura Matcha Experience: Tradition, Taste & Tranquility

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$88.75 x 4 AdultsAU$355.00
Total
Price is AU$355.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Traditional Japanese tea ceremony
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Matcha preparation demonstration
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Wagashi sweets tasting
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hands-on wagashi crafting opportunity

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Smoking, Smoking indoors

What you can expect

Step into a world where every movement has meaning and every moment is savoured. The traditional Japanese tea ceremony is far more than simply drinking tea; it is a carefully choreographed experience that embodies harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

From the moment you enter the space, be welcomed into an atmosphere of quiet refinement. The setting is intentionally simple yet deeply beautiful, with natural materials, seasonal decorations, and a sense of balance that reflects the philosophy of wabi-sabi—finding beauty in simplicity and imperfection. Every detail, from the placement of utensils to the soft sound of water being poured, is designed to calm the mind and heighten the senses.

Under the guidance of a skilled host, witness the graceful preparation of matcha. Each gesture—precise, unhurried, and deliberate—tells a storey rooted in centuries of tradition. As the tea is whisked into a vibrant green foam, begin to understand that this is not just a drink, but a moment of connection between host and guest.

Be invited to enjoy your own bowl of matcha, paired with delicate wagashi sweets that reflect the season. The balance of bitter tea and gentle sweetness creates a sensory experience that is both grounding and memorable. For those seeking a deeper connection, the experience also offers a hands-on opportunity to craft wagashi, revealing the artistry and care behind these traditional confections.

Throughout the ceremony, be encouraged to slow down, observe, and fully engage with the present moment. In a world that often moves too fast, this experience offers a rare chance to pause—to appreciate subtle beauty, to reflect, and to reconnect with a quieter rhythm of life.

Refined yet welcoming, intimate yet profound, the Japanese tea ceremony is not just something you watch—it is something you feel, long after the final sip.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kamakura
    • Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Kamakura
    • Kamakura, Kanagawa, Japan