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CULTURE/
EXPERIENCE
Tea Ceremony Drop-in Lesson in Takaoka
Toyama
1.5hours
Experience a quiet moment of Japanese tea ceremony at a small local tea school in Takaoka. This is not a staged performance, but a real drop-in lesson held at an active tea ceremony classroom. Beginners are very welcome. You do not need to know any manners before joining. During the lesson, you will learn how to enter the tea room, how to receive a bowl of matcha, and how to enjoy the atmosphere of the season. We hope you will experience not only the taste of tea, but also the calmness, hospitality, and beauty of Japanese tea culture.
Highlights
・Join a real tea ceremony lesson at a local tea school ・Beginner-friendly guidance ・Enjoy matcha and seasonal Japanese sweets ・Learn basic tea room manners slowly ・Experience the quiet charm of Takaoka through tea culture
Max Number of Guests
4 People
Itinerary
The start time is usually between 9:00 and 12:00 on lesson days. Example itinerary: 9:00 – Meet at the tea school 9:05 – Introduction to the tea room and basic manners 9:15 – Enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets 9:25 – Receive and enjoy a bowl of matcha 9:45 – Short explanation of tea utensils and seasonal elements 10:00–10:30 – Closing / questions / photos if appropriate The exact flow may change depending on the number of guests and the lesson day.
Meeting Point
Michino Shiori Tea School
2-7-26 Shimizumachi, Takaoka-shi, Toyama, Japan
Map
What To Bring
・White socks ・Comfortable clothes ・Please avoid strong perfume, as we enjoy the natural fragrance of tea and seasonal sweets You do not need to bring any tea utensils.
Precautions
・This is a paid drop-in lesson, not a free trial. ・The fee is 4,000 JPY per person. ・Beginners and experienced guests are both welcome. ・You do not need to sit in seiza the whole time. You may rest your legs when needed. ・Photography may be limited during the lesson. Please ask before taking photos. ・The lesson may be held together with other participants.
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About Host
Mariko Segawa
A gentle guide to Takaoka’s quiet everyday charm
"I've been working as a tour guide in Takaoka Kojo Park since 2022, and I also help run a small tea ceremony school in Takaoka. Many guests have told me they enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and quiet charm of the city. Whether through a morning walk or a bowl of matcha, I hope to share a gentle side of Takaoka with you."
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