Tea ceremony experience in Japan Page 4

• Age 0～Age 99
• 1 Day or more

Hagi, in Yamaguchi Prefecture, brings you Japan as it once was: samurai residences, a feudal castle town, wonderful local flavors and crafts. Get ready to explore the Hagi City area and discover the past well preserved. Explore the area on 2-day tour, filled with cultural and scenic highlights.Day 1Arrive at Hagi (airplane, or train) rent a car ↓ Visit Hagi Meirin Gakusha Visitor Center, former school now museum ↓ Have lunch at the Center, or at Kimono Café Visit Hagi Castle Town in the afternoon Optional activities: kimono experience, rickshaw ride, green tea experience, rental bicycle, sightseeing boat tour ↓ Accommodation at Hagi Royal Intelligent Hotel or Hagi Honjin ↓ Day 2 Visit Unrinji Temple and Tokoji Temple ↓ In the afternoon: Shoka Sonjuku Academy, Shoin Shrine, Former Yukawa Residence ↓ Return rental car at Yamaguchi Ube Airport or Shin-Yamaguchi Station

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• Age 0～Age 99
• 1 Day or more

Discover the charms of traditional, scenic Hagi, create your own piece of Hagiyaki pottery, wear kimono, join green tea experience and much more. Visit Hagi Castle Town, preserved in time and witness Japan as it once was. Let a 3-day tour Take you around the area that brims with history, culture, traditions and amazing scenery.Day 1Arrive at Hagi (airplane, or train) rent a car ↓ Visit Hagi Meirin Gakusha Visitor Center, former school now museum ↓ Have lunch at the Center, or at Kimono Café Visit Hagi Castle Town in the afternoon ↓ Acquisition at Hagi Royal Intelligent Hotel or Hagi Honjin ↓ Day 2 Visit Tokoji Temple ↓ Visit Former Yukawa Family Residence, optional: Hagi Uragami MuseumIn the afternoon: Hagiyaki pottery making experienceAccommodation: same as above ↓ Day 3Free in the morning, optional: kimono rental, rickshaw ride, green tea experience, Unrinji Temple, sightseeing boat tourIn the afternoon: Shōka Sonjuku Academy, Shoin ShrineReturn rental car at Ube Airport or Sh in-Yamaguchi Station, end of tour

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• Age 10～
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

Tea people have long been fascinating, and it feels like the heart of Kyoto. Why don't you follow their day and taste the world of Kyōto? Tea ceremony experience In the morning, like a tea person called to a tea party, you enter the tea ceremony and receive tea and Japanese sweets. After seeing the front, you can talk about tea utensils, Explanations You can try the front side of the book and listen to the instructions. Gojozaka guided tour We will guide you around Gojozaka called “Chawanzaka” by gathering shops handling various ceramics. You can see tea utensils in real stores, visit Japanese confectionery shops, go around the famous places ... You can relax and experience a place where you can feel the heartbeat of Kyoto. The first three methods You can learn the first three methods in the same way as a tea person who cherishes practice learns how to use tea utensils everyday. Students who learn the proper amount of tea leaves, teacups, the beautiful handling of tea utensils and the spirit of Sencha-do in full-scale trial lessons will receive a certificate. Why don't you brew delicious tea like a tea person?

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• Age 6～
• 2～3 hours
• 17:00

In front of the tea is a delicate event performed with beautiful and precise work. Why don't you try this technique, which is said to be one of the most “Japanese-like” cultures? You can enjoy the tea and tea confectionery while wrapping in the unique atmosphere. You can then use the tea utensils directly and follow the teacher's instructions to make your own tea. And as an introduction to the profound world of tea utensils, we looked at each utensil and picked it up one by one. Explanations You can receive.

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• Age 6～
• 2～3 hours
• 07:00

“Toucha”, a tea drinking comparison, is considered the origin of Japanese tea culture, Kamakura It was very popular in the times. Why do not you go back in the history of this custom that opened the door to the popularization of the tea ceremony? This is a course with breakfast and Japanese confectionery where you can enjoy a full-fledged front of Sencha-do, learn about various types of Japanese tea, and enjoy 3 types of tea and meals that suit each of them in a relaxed and relaxed space. Feel free to experience the way of making Sencha while enjoying fresh tea and Japanese sweets that match the season.

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• Age 7～Age 90
• 1～2 hours

Would you like to try calligraphy? After choosing your favorite characters from the sample and practicing, you can finish by writing them on colored paper and taking them home. You can also write your name in "Hiragana" on your work! After the calligraphy experience, we will provide you with matcha tea and Japanese sweets (nerikiri). If you would like to try making matcha tea, we will teach you, so it will be a rare opportunity to enjoy the matcha that you made yourself! Why not experience Japanese culture as one of the memories of your trip?

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• Age 13～Age 60
• Within 1 hour
• 11:30 / 14:00

We offer immersive courses on the Omotesenke tea ceremony. Each month, we delve into a unique theme, such as the history of the tea ceremony, renowned tea masters, tea utensils, and the matcha production process. These topics are thoroughly explained with the aid of slides. During the tea ceremony experience, you will practice the guest's movements and understand their significnace. While observing the authentic tea procedures, you will enjoy two servings of thin tea and sweets.~Flow of the experience~11:30 Before entering a tearoomIntroduction and greetings, Tsukubai: Meaning and Usage11:35 How to enter a tearoomhow to open and close a sliding door and bow on a tatami mat11:40 Power-point presentationExplaining a unique theme, such as the history of tea, key tea masters, and tea utensils, using a PowerPoint presentation. Q&A11:55 Tea demonstrationThe host performs an authentic thin tea procedure while explaining each movement. Guests will learn how to eat sweets and drink a bowl of matcha, and each person will be served two bowls of tea.12:30 Wrap-upGuests leave the premises.

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• Age 20～Age 60
• 2～3 hours
• 12:30

Experience the ultimate form of the Way of Tea in an intimate, private setting. At a Chaji, a small group of invited guests share a full-course tea ceremony, including a meal, thick tea, and thin tea. This formal gathering is the culmination of regular tea lessons, embodying the spirit of "ichiza konryu" where host and guests create a warm, inclusive atmosphere together.Perfect for beginners, this simplified version of Chaji requires no prior tea ceremony experience. We look forward to welcoming you.~ Flow of the experience~12:30 Before entering a tearoomIntroduction and greetings, Tsukubai: Meaning and Usage12:35 Enter a tearoomHow to enter a tearoom and bow on a tatami mat12:40 Charcoal ProceduresThe charcoal procedures will be performed after lunch, depending on the season.12:55 LunchYou will be served lunch with a small amount of Japanese sake and enjoy joyful conversation with the host and other guests.13:45 Thick tea and Thin tea demonstrationThick tea is considered more formal and is often the highlight of the tea gathering.14:45 Q & A and Wrap-up

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00

With the guidance of a tea farmer who has been engaged in the tea industry for generations in Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, you will learn about Japanese tea culture through the traditional game "Tea Kabuki" where you can drink the types of tea that have been passed down since the Muromachi period (1336–1573). You can hear from tea farmers who carry out all of the production, tea making, and sales in-house about the flavor and taste created from the ingenuity and commitment of the production site, and the depth of Japanese tea. There is a private small group plan (2 to 6 people) and a group plan (7 people or more) where you can also experience zazen in a temple. Even beginners can feel free to enjoy it!

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours

Experience traditional Japanese culture at Sabo En, a 100-year-old townhouse. In the tea ceremony, you will learn how to enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets, and experience the joy of making your own tea. In the incense ceremony, you will listen to the scent of aloeswood and agarwood, and appreciate the depth of Kumiko. Even beginners can enjoy a special moment with detailed explanations. [Contents] 10:00 Meet at Sabo En Experience tea ceremony Learn how to enjoy sweets and matcha (15 minutes) Learn the etiquette of making tea (30 minutes) Experience incense ceremony Learn the etiquette of listening to incense (15 minutes) Listen to the scent of aloeswood, agarwood, sandalwood, and enjoy Kumiko (30 minutes) 11:30 Disband at the site

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• Age 5～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:00 / 15:00

Experience making a plate out of tin! Enjoy Japanese sweets on your own original plate while tasting authentic matcha! ~~~~~ Tin is a traditional material. This experience involves stamping a pattern on a tin plate (9cm) and shaping it into your desired shape to create your own original small plate. Once it's completed, you will be treated to authentic matcha, and you can enjoy Japanese sweets on your original small plate. 35 minutes from Nara! 40 minutes from Namba! You can also visit the historic Hiraoka Shrine!

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• Age 2～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00 / 16:00 / 19:30

3 minutes walk from JR Omori Station, Tokyo①A calligraphy experience class will be held in the grounds of Omori Sanno Hie Shrine. In an ancient Japanese-style room, you can write kanji and kana using real brushes, Japanese paper, ink, and inkstones. All tools will be provided here, so please come empty-handed. You can take home the work you have written (if you wish, we will provide a frame and a seal). The instructor is a Bunka Calligraphy Higher Master and also teaches at several calligraphy classes in Tokyo. ②On the second floor of the same building, we hold lessons for the Iwama-ryu Aikido class, and if the time is right, you can also observe and experience it. In addition to physical techniques, there are also weapon techniques (using swords, canes, and daggers). ③In addition, simple tea utensils will be provided upon request, so you can experience the tea ceremony by making your own matcha. ④Nearby is Omori Shell Mound Park, where you can take a stroll and feel the Jomon period. Since it is not a famous Japanese landmark, you can quietly experience Japanese culture in a hidden sacred place that only those in the know know about. Valuable photo opportunities and videos are sure to become fond memories of your trip. *Experiences and messaging will be available in Japanese and English only.

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• Age 7～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

Let's explore various Japanese cultures! This is a 2-hour course where you can learn about and experience Japanese culture using a theme of your choice. You can choose a theme that interests you, such as tea ceremony, kimono, or Japanese music, and learn about it. Please use it for various purposes such as training with friends, family, students, and workplaces.

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• Age 10～Age 75
• Within 1 hour

We offer a simple and informal "table tea ceremony experience". In this experience, you can actually make matcha by yourself while learning the basics of the tea ceremony in one hour. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Demonstration and hands-on experience (30 minutes) First, you will see a demonstration by the instructor. I will explain the specific steps and manners while demonstrating. After that, participants will move on to the experience of actually making matcha. The feature is that you can easily enjoy it using things you have at home, such as handkerchiefs and spoons. ②Enjoy dried sweets (15 minutes) Enjoy dried sweets with matcha green tea. Enjoy a table tea ceremony to your heart's content while enjoying flavorful sweets. ③ Exchange of impressions and opinions (15 minutes) After the experience, we will set aside time to exchange impressions and opinions with the participants. Let's share the memorable moments, what kind of realizations and impressions you had. It is also attractive to be able to freely exchange opinions in an atmosphere that is not formal. The Aime-toi Cooking School's "Table Tea Ceremony Experience" specializes in promoting table tea ceremony that can be easily enjoyed at home. You can use familiar tools such as paper towels, handkerchiefs, and spoons instead of kaishi, chashaku, chakin, and fukusa. While learning the basics of the tea ceremony, enjoy an experience that emphasizes ease and ease.

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• Age 6～Age 99
• Within 1 hour
• 09:00 / 14:00

Experience matcha green tea with Kutani ware in a tatami room in a townhouse full of culture. The current owner, Mr. Yukio Uchida, takes over the pottery shop in his parents' house, and he himself creates works by overglaze painting as a Kutani ware artist. In addition to being able to see and purchase Kutani ware at the shop on the 1st floor, the atelier on the 2nd floor of the machiya-style pottery shop is open to the public, allowing visitors to see Mr. Uchida painting. We also serve matcha green tea in Kutani tea bowls made by the artist. Come and experience the world of Kutani ware, which flourished in an elegant culture.

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• Age 13～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

The world's most dangerous (?) Tea room "Takasugi-an" is located on a tree with a height of 6m. A pyramid-like tea room buried in the basement, "Hikusugi-an". And the "flying mud boat" that is hung by a cable and floats in the air. Near Suwa Taisha Shrine in Chino City, there is a strange building that you will never forget once you see it. Its true identity is the tea room of Terunobu Fujimori, an architect known worldwide for his original architecture. With special permission from Dr. Fujimori, this is a special program only for a trip where you can make tea by putting it inside the "tea room" that you can't normally enter. Along with an English-speaking guide, first of all, I went around the Suwa Taisha Maemiya, which is the origin of Mr. Fujimori's idea, and realized the "feelings for nature" that are constantly transmitted to this area. Then, after visiting the first building built by Professor Fujimori, "Jinchokan Moriya Historical Museum," we will climb the "Flying Mud Boat" and "Takasugi-an" to see the inside. In addition, you can experience making matcha while being taught by a local teahouse in "Hikusugi-an". 5 minutes by taxi from JR Chino Station. ～ Flow of the day ～ ① Worship at Suwa Taisha Maemiya: Tour started. First of all, I would like to introduce you to the origin of the idea of Professor Terunobu Fujimori, the front shrine of Suwa Taisha Kamisha. ② Walking: Walking on the ancient road behind the front shrine. ③ Visit to Jinchōkan Moriya Historical Museum: We will guide you to Jinchōkan Moriya Historical Museum (the first building built by Terunobu Fujimori). ④ Tour of Tea Room County: Visit three "Fujimori Tea Room". The guide will guide you inside and explain. 1) Climb the ladder to the inside of the "flying mud boat". 2) Climb the ladder to the inside of "Takasugi-an". 3) To the inside of the pitch-black "Hikusugi-an". After experiencing the darkness for a while, I opened the roof. I feel the brightness of the sky. ⑤ Tea experience: In Hikusugi-an, entertain with a simple “Matcha experience” by a local tea shop.

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• Age 12～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

We are carrying out a casual tea ceremony experience. This will be a rare change that experience the atmosphere of Japanese traditional tea ceremony, taste authentic Japanese green tea and cake. It is a 1 hour experience that 15 minutes for preparation and 45 minutes for tea ceremony class.

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• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Of a tool to use when you set up your tea, you will experience the making Chasen. Chasen made using Shiratake is, starts from the work is said to be thread over, make up to finish. For making only a scalpel and fingertips, it will be a steady work, but craftsmen will guidance carefully. After the experience, so we offer a green tea and sweets, relax and relax please.

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• Age 15～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:30

Luxurious and exciting plan including a reasonably priced Kyoto lunch, a tea ceremony experience with a kimono.I am a Kyoto native who knows Kyoto well, and only I can make this plan, which is full of sights and attractions. tea ceremony, but you will also rediscover all the charm of Japan wearing a kimono!--schedule--10:30【Meeting place】JR Bus Ticket Center at Kyoto Station (JR Line) ※Purchase 1 day subway/bus ticket 10: 45【Kimono rental shop】Luggage other than valuables will be kept until closing time at 17:30.One trunk per person can be stored free of charge.11:45【Lunch at Kyoto Station Porta】Light lunch at Kyoto station(\1500 )12:45【Tea ceremony experience】Japanese cultural experience Iori an Kyoto(40minutes)14:00【Yasaka shrine at Gion】We learn how to pray at Japanese shrine15:00〜16:30walk around at Gion district17:00 arrive at Kyoto station and change clothes 17:30 end of the tour

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• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 15:00

Please enjoy Matsue's Japanese sweets and your own matcha while gazing at the seasonal scenery of the moat, which still retains the appearance of the national treasure Matsue Castle when it was built. You can make tea freely and attach a simple instruction manual (instruction manual), so you can feel free to enjoy the experience of Japanese culture.

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• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 15:00

[Japanese sweets & tea ceremony experience in yukata] Wear a yukata and enjoy delicate Japanese sweets making and tea ceremony experience in a calming traditional tatami environment. ① Change into a yukata to acquire the Japanese spirit from kimono dressing. ② Japanese sweets making experience Learn the delicate techniques of Japanese sweets. Experience making Japanese sweets from kneading the dough to shaping the sweets. ③ Introduction to tea ceremony Learn the history and cultural significance of tea ceremony. Understand the meditative and respectful process that is at the heart of Japanese hospitality. ④ Tea ceremony experience Try making green tea using traditional tools. Learn how to make tea using a tea whisk. ⑤ Tasting tea and Japanese sweets Enjoy freshly made Japanese sweets with matcha while learning the traditional tea ceremony etiquette. ⑥ Commemorative photo Let's take a photo of your kimono and tea ceremony memories.

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• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 10:30 / 11:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 13:30 / 14:00 / 14:30 / 15:00 / 15:30

■A tea party held in the garden of the History and Culture Exchange Center, a hidden spot in Kamakura that combines the sea and mountains of Kamakura. You can enjoy it at the mobile artistic tea room "Uronan" (Ikusaku Watanabe) or at the outdoor tea ceremony room. The garden is surrounded by the greenery of the mountains, and there are ruins of caves and shrines, and from the hill you can see the sea of ​​Kamakura, allowing you to experience the fusion of the sea and mountains of Kamakura. ■Kamakura, the birthplace of the tea ceremony Tea began when the Zen monk Eisai brought it to Kamakura. Kamakura has the largest number of beautiful celadon tea bowls from that time discovered in Japan. Our style of tea ceremony is a tea ceremony performed by samurai families, and incorporates movements that are connected to the martial arts of samurai. Enjoy samurai-style tea ceremony in Kamakura, the samurai capital. ■Shonan House Cultural Festival 2023 Due to its scenic beauty, the Shonan district has been a vacation home area for business people since the Meiji era. Although usually closed to the public, various events are held at each residence from September to December. This is a rare opportunity to tour a historic mansion and gardens. Please enjoy other venues if your schedule allows. ■We hope you will enjoy a quiet time away from everyday life surrounded by early autumn nature, enjoying warm matcha and sweets. Whether you are an inexperienced drinker or a child, we will carefully teach you how to drink it. Please feel free to visit us.

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• Age 3～Age 70
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A water tea ceremony will be held at Ooka River, a famous place for cherry blossoms in Yokohama. Tea Ceremony on the Water Two days when full bloom is expected. From Maita Park, head to the cherry blossom viewing point (between Idogaya Bridge and Maita Bridge) with a large SUP. As the boatman rowes, you can enjoy the scenery slowly. It will be held with a small number of 1 to 3 people at the super-large mega SUP, which is very stable and has a feeling of floating just above the surface of the water. Kimono that looks great in photos is welcome! Enjoy tea and sweets slowly while enjoying the cherry blossoms from the quiet water. We welcome foreigners and parents and children to participate, and if you are new to us, we will give a polite lecture on etiquette. Please feel free to join us. In addition, guests who participate in kimono will take a lot of pictures in particular. ★ Please be assured that this year we will not be sharing a table with anyone other than acquaintances as a measure to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection.

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• Age 12～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 14:00

We offer the opportunity to experience the tea ceremony in kimono, which offers a glimpse of Japan's exquisite beauty! We are ready to propose you the followings;・Witness the intricate process of making matcha tea, which embodies the essence of Japanese tea culture.※ You can enjoy both professionally prepared matcha and your own matcha.* For those who need it, we will also provide a table, chairs, and other equipment to avoid leg pain from sitting on the floor.・Being dressed Yukata (summer cotton kimono) in summer, and Kimono in winter time.※ I offer authentic kimonos made from silk, produced in the traditional way.※ You can choose from more than 50 Yukata or Kimono to wear on the day.・Taking a walk dressed with Yukata or Kimono together with AKIZAKURA's Kimono Upcycled Umbrella.・During a walk, I show you the stylish walking-manner with Yukata and Kimono, way of sitting-down, and pattern of behavior.・Of course, you can have a lot of commemorative photos at a A local shrine and a tea room, for your unforgettable experience in Japan.At the heart of our experience lies the mesmerizing tea ceremony experience – a ritual that transcends mere sips of tea and delves into the realm of mindfulness and respect.

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• Age 13～Age 100
• 1 Day or more

Appreciate the Stillness in the Zao's Winter Wonderland! We are Tranquwell, a company specializing in creating wellness retreat tours in Japan. This 4-day luxury retreat is perfect for those who are seeking a mountain getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and appreciate the stillness in the snowy mountains of Tohoku. Take time to focus on yourself and appreciate the stillness through various activities such as Zazen (Zen meditation), snowshoeing, sound therapy, tea ceremony, staying in a luxury Ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) with stunning outdoor hot springs.

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 13:00 / 14:45

You can enjoy a fashionable Urasenke style matcha experience in the lounge of NISHIYAMA RYOKAN in the center of Kyoto. A luxurious plan where you can enjoy and enjoy delicious matcha and drink it wonderfully ♪ Would you like to fully enjoy Kyoto matcha? You can experience up to 8 adults or up to 4 pairs of parents and children in one experience. The host will give a polite lecture, so even first-timers are welcome! [For each group] One booklet of "First Tea Ceremony Experience" will be presented as a souvenir ♪

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• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 13:30

Experience School at Sayama 's tea farmer, Yokotaen. Many valuable experiences such as tea picking, tea brewing, tea Factory tour so on. While enjoying simple rural scenery and nature, you can study tea.

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• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 13:30

A tea farmer at Iruma, an experiencing School at Ikenoya-en. Many valuable experiences such as tea picking, tea brewing, tea Factory tour so on. You can study tea while watching the vast tea fields.

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• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 13:30

A tea farmer at Iruma, an experiential School at Nishizawa Garden. Many valuable experiences such as tea picking, tea brewing, tea Factory tour so on. You can study tea while dropping in nearby Zen temple.

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• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 13:30

Experience School at Sayama 's tea farmer, Yokotaen. Many valuable experiences such as tea picking, tea brewing, tea Factory tour so on. While enjoying simple rural scenery and nature, you can study tea.

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• For Groups