About this tour
A one-hour matcha tasting and drink-making class in Shibuya where you'll learn to prepare an authentic matcha latte using premium tea from a 10th-generation Shizuoka merchant. You'll taste the difference between everyday matcha products and ceremonial-grade Pure Matcha, guided by English-speaking hosts in a quiet retreat setting. Suited to anyone curious about Japanese tea culture or looking for a hands-on food experience in central Tokyo.
Highlights
- Taste authentic matcha sourced from a historic 10th-generation tea merchant in Shizuoka
- Learn the difference between commercial matcha products and premium ceremonial-grade tea
- Make your own matcha latte from scratch with hands-on instruction
- English-speaking guides in a relaxed, intimate Shibuya setting
- Explore Japanese matcha culture and preparation techniques
- Small-group, welcoming atmosphere designed for beginners
- Located near public transport in central Tokyo
What to expect
You'll arrive at a quiet venue in Shibuya and be welcomed by English-speaking hosts. The session begins with a tasting comparison between everyday matcha and authentic Pure Matcha, so you understand what distinguishes quality tea. Hosts will walk you through the process of whisking and preparing a matcha latte, letting you create your own to take away.
The whole experience runs about an hour, moving at a leisurely pace so you're never rushed. The setting is relaxed and informal—no strict ceremony or prior knowledge needed. You'll leave with a finished matcha latte you've made yourself and a clearer sense of what real Japanese matcha tastes like.
What travellers say
- Authentic premium matcha from a respected Shizuoka source, not mass-market powder
- Engaging hands-on format—you make your own drink, not just watch
- Friendly, patient English-speaking instructors make it accessible to all levels
- Quiet, intimate space in central Shibuya feels like a private retreat
- Clear education on matcha quality and how to spot the real thing
- One hour is brief for deeper tea ceremony or cultural history exploration
- Additional matcha drinks incur extra charges beyond the base experience
- No hotel transport included; you must arrange your own arrival
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This works well for anyone interested in Japanese food culture, tea, or simply trying something hands-on and different in Tokyo. No tea experience is necessary. The venue is small and intimate, so it's quiet and personal rather than crowded. Be aware that the space may feel warm during preparation because of the whisking process. Additional matcha-based drinks are available but cost extra. The space is accessible by public transport; your own hotel pickup isn't included, so plan your own travel there. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. One matcha latte is included; other beverages or takeaway matcha aren't part of the base experience.
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