The 7 Best Tea Tastings in Japan

1.Matcha Experience with of Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $57Our pick

Taste seven Japanese teas, learn matcha-making, and enjoy homemade sweets in a friendly five-person Tokyo tea class led by a former tea farmer.

“It was engaging, informative, and offered a wonderful glimpse into the cultural richness behind this simple yet significant tradition. I left with a deeper appreciation for both the tea and the mindfulness that goes into its preparation. A passionate and knowledgeable instructor who patiently answered all my questions.”

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2.5 Type of Tea Tasting & Mindful Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 1h 30m · from $61

Taste five Nara teas, learn matcha from a tea master, and enjoy wagashi in a peaceful 120-year-old Japanese house.

“It was really nice experience and the host was amazing! We could feel the tea ceremony and learn a lot about it! We spent time very good :)”

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3.Tea Tasting&Private Tea Ceremony -Master Matcha Making-

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $63

Taste five Nara teas, learn tea etiquette, whisk matcha, and enjoy wagashi in a private traditional tea room with local host Mike.

“Really great experience. Mike was knowledgeable and very kind. We had different type of teas in a traditional setting and had the opportunity to make our own matcha tea. Also Mike was very nice to give us some giveaway. Also, he was super Read more”

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4.Authentic Japanese tea tasting: sencha, matcha and gyokuro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1h 30m · from $87

Taste 12 Japanese teas in downtown Tokyo, from everyday sencha to matcha and gyokuro, with an English-speaking tea expert.

“I really enjoyed the tea tasting. very educational and extremely knowledgeable host. 10/10. also got some tea to bring home. bonus. Good times”

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5.Authentic Japanese tea tasting session: sencha, matcha, gyokuro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $90

Taste 12 Japanese teas in Tokyo, from everyday sencha to rare gyokuro, while learning about production, regions, history, and brewing.

“So enjoyable, and such a cool window into the world of Japanese tea. Yosuke is professional, organized, kind, and generous with his knowledge. If you like wine tastings, etc., this is a tour de force--well-paced, well-balanced in breadth Read more”

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6.Small Group Japanese Green Tea Tasting in Shizuoka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $273

Review of Shizuoka’s private tea tour, with a family farm tasting, seafood lunch, Mt. Fuji views, transport tips, and value advice.

“I had such a good time! The tour was very interesting, the hosts at the plantation were great, the organisers of the tour were super, and my guide was absolutely wonderful :) I absolutely recommend this!”

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7.Private Tour in Kamakura: Matcha Tea Tasting & Photo Session

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $98

Explore Kamakura’s quiet shrines, bamboo grove, Zen temple, matcha, and professional photos on a private three-hour tour.

“Bruno was absolutely incredible to work with for my surprise engagement. He went above and beyond—not just on the day of the shoot, but for weeks leading up to it. He helped me plan every detail, from timing and location scouting to hoRead more”

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