
Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro
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5.0/5
Based on 11 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro worth booking?
Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro is a 1.5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $13900 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (11)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $13900 per person
This small-group experience in Morishita, Tokyo is designed for travelers who want to taste and understand Japanese tea. It is not a formal tea ceremony. Guests compare 12 teas, including sencha, matcha, and gyokuro, wit
What you get
About this experience
This small-group experience in Morishita, Tokyo is designed for travelers who want to taste and understand Japanese tea. It is not a formal tea ceremony. Guests compare 12 teas, including sencha, matcha, and gyokuro, with English guidance from a Japanese Tea Adviser. You will explore everyday teas and premium teas side by side, compare aromas, umami, roast, region, and brewing method, and learn how each tea is grown, produced, and enjoyed in Japan. The session includes Japanese tea and simple wagashi sweets.
What's included
Included
- Tea and coffee
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
The meeting point is in Morishita, Tokyo. Please use the Google Maps location provided in your booking details and look for Morishita TM Mansion, room 202. At the apartment entrance, press 202 and then the bottom-right call button. If you are unsure, contact the host through Viator before the start time.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The meeting point is in Morishita, Tokyo. Please use the Google Maps location provided in your booking details and look for Morishita TM Mansion, room 202. At the apartment entrance, press 202 and then the bottom-right call button. If you are unsure, contact the host through Viator before the start time.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- ShiZen Tea
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- If you are caffeine sensitive please inform before the session.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 11 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
7 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
11 verified traveler reviews for Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
100% recommend! Great teas and learning about tea in a relaxed enviromnent
I am so glad that I went to this tasting as it gave me a great basis for the rest of my tea travels through Japan. Yosuke is a calming and knowledgeable, and it was a pleasure to spend this time with him. In addition to trying 12 different teas you get a handout with lots of information on the different tea areas, picking and processing, and cultivars. Do take notes so that you do not forget how a light steamed sencha differs in flavour from deep steamed, etc. I would highly recommend this experience, and my only regret is not buying more of the excellent teas we tried.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent session with...
Excellent session with Yosuke. He is knowledgeable, organized and communicates well. We learned a lot and gained a better understanding and appreciation for the different teas. Highly recommend this experience with Yosuke.
via Viator
Unique and knowledgable tea tasting
This was such a special and unique experience, our guide yosuke was wonderful, so welcoming and super knowledgable. We had the best time and tried so many delicious teas. We would recommend this to anyone and have friends and family visiting this year who will definitely include this in their trip! Nothing bad to say at all - great from start to finish.
via Tripadvisor
Yosuke provided an in...
Yosuke provided an in depth detailed overview about the types of green tea in Japan and provided a guided sampling of a wide variety. It is clear from his methodical actions in his tea preparation that his knowledge comes from many years of study and effort. Whether you're experiencing green tea first time or long time connoisseur I'm confident there is something more you will learn from Yosuke to take it to the next level.
via Viator
Exceptional well-crafted experience
Amazing! Unique way to taste and understand a wide array of teas, and the framework behind them. The host (Yosuke) is professional and welcoming. His expertise and careful preparation made the 1.5 hours fly by...a perfect amount of information, enough variety to taste (but not too much) with a lovely narrative arc. We felt we got a glimpse of something really special. The location is also interesting and easy to find, and the space is quiet and aesthetic. Very much worth it, especially if you are a bit nerdy and like things like wine-tastings, etc.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for coming to our tea session! I enjoyed my time as a host as well. Hope you have a safe trip in Japan!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro cost?
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Prices start at $13900 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Japanese Tea Tasting in Tokyo: Sencha, Matcha and Gyokuro start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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