Shibuya Tea Ceremony 【Share Plan】

The Share Plan offers a wonderful opportunity to experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony together with other participants. This cultural experience is guided by an expert tea ceremony teacher who introduces the history customs and etiquette of tea in Japan. The session begins with a short explanation of how tea became an important part of Japanese culture and a demonstration of how matcha is prepared using a traditional stone mill. Participants learn about the process of grinding tea leaves into fine powder and the care that goes into producing high quality matcha. This introduction provides a deeper understanding of the significance and artistry of the tea ceremony and prepares guests for the hands-on and observational experiences that follow.

Next, a tea ceremony master performs a traditional ritual that has been practiced for over five hundred years. Guests watch carefully as the master prepares matcha with precise movements and timing and then enjoy the freshly made tea accompanied by nerikiri, a delicate Japanese sweet. After observing the ceremony participants have the chance to make their own matcha using traditional tools and techniques. They can select a favorite tea bowl from a variety of beautiful chawan and prepare the tea themselves, experiencing firsthand the art and mindfulness of the ceremony. This immersive experience allows participants to appreciate both the cultural and sensory aspects of Japanese tea traditions. By the end of the session, guests leave with not only the memory of tasting authentic matcha and sweets but also a greater understanding of the history rituals and aesthetics that make the tea ceremony such a treasured part of Japanese culture.