Tea ceremony
Expand your sensibilities with this special tea ceremony experience.
Put aside the tumult of modern life and rediscover your inner self to the sound of boiling water bubbling in the kettle amid tranquility.
【overnight guests only】
In the heart of Maebashi—but invisible from the street outside—stands a hidden tea room. The history within its walls is palpable.
Learn the history of the tea ceremony and how it is practiced, enjoy traditionally prepared tea with Japanese sweets, and even try preparing a cup yourself.
Let the time outside pass by as you enjoy a timeless moment face-to-face with a cup of tea.
Note: The tea room used is named “Shungetsu” (Spring Moon). It was built by Harue Sekine, last proprietor of the former Shiroiya Ryokan, before being transferred to its current location.
Overview
| Dates | Let us know your preferred tour date |
|---|---|
| Time | Block 1: 10:00 AM–12:00 noon Block 2: 1:00 PM–3:00 PM Block 3: 3:00 PM–5:00 PM |
| Instructors | Shiroiya Hotel tea ceremony instructors •Naoko Sona Tsuchida: Associate Instructor of the Dainihon-Chado-Gakkai Instructor / Urasenke School Tea Ceremony Instructor / Urasenke International Association member •Kisen Kanazawa: Dainihon-Chado-Gakkai Instructor A fourth-generation tea master in a line founded by his great-grandfather * On some dates, session may be led by different instructors |
| Pricing | ¥10,000 per group (1 to 5 people) |
| Venue | Tea room located on the premises of the Shiroiya Hotel |
| Note | As you will remove your shoes, please be sure to wear socks |
| Payment method | Please pay at the front desk of the Shiroiya Hotel on the day |
| Reservation deadline | One week before requested date |
| Cancellation policy | •1 week before date: 30% •2 days before date: 50% •Same day: 100% |
| Making your reservation | Contact us using the CONTACT button below (Please note that your preferred date may not be available) |