Tea ceremony in Ginza: Learn matcha whisking with sweets

Whisk matcha, taste a seasonal sweet, leave with a sushi toy

A 30-minute tea ceremony class in Ginza where you learn to prepare matcha under English-speaking instruction, enjoy a Japanese sweet, and receive a sushi-themed souvenir. The experience takes place at Wako Building near Ginza Station, and children from age 5 are welcome.

The experience

You'll arrive at the tea room in Wako Building, about eight minutes' walk from Ginza Station's C3 exit, and step into a serene space set apart from the city's pace. An English-speaking instructor walks you through each movement of the tea ceremony (how to whisk the matcha, the proper angles, the rhythm) without requiring any prior knowledge. The instruction is built for beginners, so the focus stays on the experience itself rather than perfection.

During the 30 minutes, you'll prepare and taste freshly whisked matcha alongside a beautifully crafted Japanese sweet chosen for the season. The ceremony emphasizes the harmony and mindfulness that sit at the heart of tea culture, and the instructor guides you to notice the small details: the texture of the whisk, the color of the tea, the flavors layering in each sip.

You'll leave with a sushi-themed toy as a souvenir: a small, charming reminder of the moment. The location is wheelchair accessible, and public transportation options are nearby if you're traveling without a car.

What’s included

• English-speaking instruction in tea ceremony.
• freshly prepared matcha.
• a seasonal Japanese sweet.
• a sushi-themed toy souvenir.

Options for this experience

7 options

Reception at 11:45Guide in English · 12:00

Reception at 10:45Guide in English · 11:00

Reception at 10:15Guide in English · 10:30

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Reception at 14:45Guide in English · 15:00

Reception at 14:15Guide in English · 14:30

Reception at 13:45Guide in English · 14:00

Reception at 12:45Guide in English · 13:00

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Saturday7 departure times: the first at 10:30, the last at 15:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (5 to 11 years) · Under 5: 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.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPublic transport nearby

Operated by Tour&Charter International

Is this one for you?The 30-minute format fits a break between other Ginza activities without eating into a full morning or afternoon, and the fixed time slots let you anchor the rest of your day around the ceremony you choose.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

How long does the tea ceremony class actually take?

The experience runs 30 minutes from start to finish, including instruction, preparation and tasting.

Do I need to know anything about tea ceremony before I arrive?

No prior experience is needed. The English-speaking instructor teaches each step, and the class is designed for beginners to relax and enjoy without worrying about getting it right.

What time slots are available to book?

Reception times run throughout the day: 10:15, 10:45, 11:45, 12:45, 13:45, 14:15 and 14:45. You choose the slot that fits your schedule when you book.

What's included in the class, and what do I take home?

The class includes the matcha whisking instruction, a freshly prepared bowl of matcha, a seasonal Japanese sweet, and a sushi-themed toy souvenir.