Shinjuku : Authentic Tea Ceremony with Matcha & Kimono

My highlight of our trip to Japan. This experience was so special and you really felt part of the traditional Japanese culture. The dressing in the Kimono was lovely but the tea ceremony really made you feel like you were in the middle of something truly special

I am so glad we booked this experience! The staff was amazing...so polite and inviting. They explained everything with care. The Kimono experience was 10/10. Beautiful selection. They braided and pinned my hair to fit tradition...my photos are great! This is a must do...and not expensive at all.

It was a very accessible and enjoyable experience overall. I had contacted them beforehand to let them know that I would be arriving in my power wheelchair, and when I got there, they carefully wiped down the wheels of my chair before we entered. There was also a small height difference of about two inches at the entrance and exit, but otherwise I found the experience very accessible. I booked a private room for just my family, and I felt the admission fee was well worth it. The length of the experience was also just right. We had plenty of time to get dressed, calmly go through the tea ceremony, and take lots of photos before, during, and after the ceremony. At no point did we feel rushed, and we were given plenty of opportunities to take pictures. Another nice touch was that guests were allowed to return their kimonos later in the day. This meant people could leave wearing them, walk around the streets of Tokyo, take more photos, and then return the kimonos afterward. The person who guided us through the tea ceremony was also wonderful. He gave us a lot of interesting information about the ceremony and explained everything very clearly. We were even able to have some polite, casual conversation about life in Japan, which made the experience feel more personal. His English was excellent, and he communicated everything very naturally and confidently. Overall, it was a well-paced, welcoming, and memorable experience, especially for anyone looking for a more private and relaxed introduction to a traditional Japanese tea ceremony.

Fun activity for everyone of all ages. Our tea instructor was very knowledgeable and made the experience very memorable.

This was an amazing experience from start to finish! The location was easy to find and set in a beautiful venue next to the Samurai Museum, making it a wonderful place to begin the experience. Everything was thoughtfully organized from the moment we arrived. The staff carefully explained the process, helped us choose beautiful kimonos, and even styled and accessorized our hair. One great perk is that you can keep your kimono until 6:00 p.m., so I recommend booking an earlier time if you'd like to take photos in a kimono while touring the city. The tea ceremony itself was elegant, peaceful, and incredibly informative. Our instructor began by sharing how she first became involved in the tea ceremony as a child, then told us about her family and personal life, which made the experience feel warm and personal from the very beginning. She also explained the history of tea, from its introduction from China to its evolution into the uniquely Japanese ceremony practiced today. Her explanations were detailed and engaging, and she took plenty of photos throughout the ceremony so we could fully enjoy the moment while still having wonderful memories to take home. This was a beautiful cultural experience that felt both authentic and welcoming. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Japan who wants to learn about one of the country's most cherished traditions.