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Amazing tea ceremony. I came with my daughters, 8 and 6 years old. We all enjoyed the process and the tea. The sweets were amazing and very fresh! My 8 year old enjoyed preparing and having the tea. We also got supplies and instructions how to do that at home. This is the must see experience visiting Tokyo!

From the time we were picked-up at the station and all through the tea ceremony it was a great experience. Ikuyo performed the tea ceremony in a relaxed, informative and serene manner. I was invited to replicate the tea making steps, which I enjoyed very much. We could not have asked for a better host and left her house having had a great authentic Japanese experience. Highly recommended

I’m in Japan on a solo work trip and wanted to immerse myself in a meaningful cultural experience over the weekend. Fortunately, I had the bsolute pleasure of attending Ikuyo’s Japanese Tea Ceremony session last night, and I can’t recommend it highly enough! From the moment I stepped into her beautiful home, I felt incredibly welcomed and at ease. Ikuyo’s warm hospitality set the perfect tone for what turned out to be a profoundly enriching experience. Her explanations before and throughout the ceremony were clear, captivating, and full of insight. She skillfully guided me through every step, sharing intriguing stories about the history and cultural importance of the Japanese Tea Ceremony. The experience was not only educational but also profoundly moving. After the ceremony, I felt a serene sense of peace that’s difficult to put into words but was truly uplifting. The wagashi (sweet treats) that Ikuyo personally prepared and served alongside the matcha tea were absolutely delightful. The matcha itself was smooth and rich in flavor, far superior to any I’ve had back in the US. Whether you’re visiting Tokyo alone or with a small group, Ikuyo’s session is an absolute must. It offers a rare and authentic glimpse into Japanese culture that I had never experienced before. I’m already looking forward to returning to Japan with my wife to share this wonderful experience with her. Thank you, Ikuyo, for an unforgettable evening and opening my eyes to the rich history of the Japan Tea Ceremony!

The tea ceremony looked very delicate, and even just by observing, I could tell how much attention to detail it requires, from the way people walk and sit to how they place their hands and handle the utensils. It was my first time experiencing something like this, and I was impressed by the elegance of the ceremony. At first, I tried only the traditional sweets, which were delicious but a bit too sweet for me since I usually don’t eat much sugar. However, when I drank the tea afterward, its bitterness balanced the sweetness perfectly. Then I understood why they are always served together.

Attending this Japanese tea ceremony was a wonderful experience. We were guided through every step of the ceremony with great care and knowledge and I learned so much about the traditions. The sweets served before the tea wäre beautifully handcrafted and almost too pretty to eat. If you're looking for a cultural experience, I highly recommend this.

We had the opportunity to attend the tea ceremony organised by Kono-san, it was a wonderful experience for us. The hosts explained us the history and culture associated with tea cermony, and answered our all questions. We enjoyed the tea and the tasty handmade sweets, and also got our hands on preparing tea ourselves. The tea was flavourful, and overall a very delightful experience which we can only recommend further when one wants to get more insghts into the Japanese culture.

Our hosts were in contact with us within a few hours after booking, and provided us with details almost immediately. Our hosts were incredibly welcoming, and knowledgeable. Throughout the ceremony she was very patient and took her time explaining every detail and answering our questions.

One of our highlights of our Japan trip! Can recommend 10/10! I did the experience with my girlfriend and we had a great time and it was an easy-going and relaxing atmosphere! It was incredible to see how many different steps you have to know and how precise Ikuyo and her husband worked. They were really knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. The sweets were delicious and somehow still different than the sweets we tried before and trust me there we're a lot this trip ;) We also had a lot of fun in trying to make matcha tea. Personally I didn't expect to taste that much of a difference between the matcha we made and the matcha Ikuyo made for us. Somehow hers was more creamy and a little bit stronger in taste in my opinion but I guess that's the difference between the teacher and the "students" :D

We had a great experience with Ikuyo san. She was a lovely host and gave us a great introduction into the art of tea ceremony and the Japanese culture.

A fantastic experience to learn about Japanese Tea Ceremonies. It was a very meaningful experience to be able to see and participate in this traditional procedure. Ikuyo was an excellent host with very clear instructions on how to meet up at her house. She was very accommodating for us westerners who had a hard time sitting on the floor! Great homemade sweets as well!