Private Tea Ceremony in Hiroshima: Make Your Own Matcha

Whisk your own Matcha and learn the discipline behind each movement

A private tea ceremony class in Hiroshima where you make your own bowl of Matcha under guidance from a certified tea master who teaches over 1,000 lessons yearly. You'll learn the history and techniques of the ceremony, taste a seasonal sweet, and walk away knowing how to prepare good tea at home. The class runs 45 minutes, conducted in English or Japanese, and accommodates dietary restrictions.

The experience

You arrive at an active tea room in Hiroshima where local students practice daily, not a staged tourist space. The tea master begins with the history and philosophy of the ceremony, then demonstrates the formal procedure with seasonal sweets and premium Matcha. This is where you shift from observer to participant: you learn the hand positions, the rhythm of the whisk, and the small adjustments that change how the tea tastes. By the end, you've made your own bowl under her eye and picked up techniques you can use at home.

The ceremony unfolds in 45 minutes and covers the whole tea-making process, not just drinking. You'll understand why the seasonal flowers matter, how the sweets complement the bitterness, and what each deliberate movement means. The tea master speaks English or Japanese and explains etiquette on request. If you have dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, or allergies), mention them when you book and she'll adjust the sweets accordingly.

On site, you can buy the Matcha used at the G7 summit in 2023 and a bamboo whisk to take home, so you're not left wondering where to source the tools afterward. Public transportation stops nearby make the location easy to reach without a car or guide pickup.

What’s included

• A traditional Japanese sweet.
• one bowl of Matcha tea that you prepare yourself.
• instruction from a certified tea master in English or Japanese.
• explanation of the ceremony's history and techniques.
• accommodation for dietary restrictions including vegetarian and vegan options.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday, Thursday and FridayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

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Good to know

Public transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Book this class if you want to learn the actual technique of making Matcha rather than just watching a demonstration. The hands-on format means you leave knowing how to whisk tea properly, not just having observed someone else do it.

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Top questions

What exactly do I learn to do in the tea ceremony class?

You learn to whisk Matcha and make your own bowl under the tea master's guidance. The class covers the history and techniques of the ceremony, so you understand the reasoning behind each movement and can recreate good tea once you're home.

How long does the tea ceremony experience take?

The class runs 45 minutes from start to finish, including the introduction, the demonstration, and your hands-on practice whisking Matcha.

Is this a private class or will there be other people there?

This is a private experience, so it's just you and the tea master in the tea room where local students also practice.

What's included in the tea ceremony class?

The class includes a traditional Japanese sweet, a bowl of Matcha tea, and instruction from a certified tea master. You make your own tea and learn the techniques to do it well at home.

Can the tea master teach in English?

Yes, the class is conducted in English or Japanese, whichever you prefer.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

The tea master can accommodate vegetarian and vegan diets, and other restrictions too. Let her know when you book and she'll adjust the seasonal sweet accordingly.