CULTURE We invite you to explore the depths of Japan’s spiritual and cultural heritage, far beyond conventional sightseeing.
Experience authentic Japanese tea ceremonies in temples rarely open to the public or in nature, private calligraphy lessons with contemporary masters, and exclusive access to private galleries and artists’ studios.
SADO TEA CEREMONY The spirit of hospitality, held in a single bowl
SHODO CALLIGRAPHY A single breath of ink and brush, set on paper
KINTSUGI KINTSUGI Mending breaks with gold, turning flaws into beauty
Temple Tea ceremony THE STILLNESS OF TEA An opportunity to take part in a traditional tea ceremony in a tea room located within…
Location: Kyoto Duration: 60 minutes On requestTea ceremony in the garden TEA AT A GARDEN Private garden visit after closing, guided tour with the gardener, a tea ceremony and…
Location: Kyoto Duration: 2 hours On requestTea ceremony and Zen ZEN THROUGH TEA Zazen meditation and a cup of tea prepared personally by the head abbot in the usually…
Location: Kyoto Duration: 90 minutes On requestTea with the Master CHAJI WITH IEMOTO The tea ceremony, conducted by the head of the Sowa school, offers a unique experience.
Location: Tokyo Duration: 3 hours On requestModern Chaji IN THE SPIRIT OF CHAJI A contemporary interpretation of chaji: an evening of seasonal cuisine, tea, sake, and…
Location: Tokyo Duration: 3 hours On requestTea ceremony in the garden TEA IN A GARDEN TEAHOUSE Into a tranquil garden, secluded within the city. Experience a moment that embodies the…
Location: Tokyo Duration: 1 hour On requestTea ceremony with a geisha TEA IN THE GEISHA QUARTER In the private "Shigemori" teahouse in the Miyagawa-cho district, enjoy a cup of tea…
Location: Kyoto Duration: 2 hours On requestSencha Tea Ceremony TEA AT THE PHOENIX TEMPLE Sencha Tea Ceremony in a National Treasure Building Usually Closed to the Public.
Location: Otsu / Miidera Duration: 1 hour On requestTea Ceremony in Kimono THE WAY OF TEA Dressed in kimono, guests begin the tea ceremony in a private, carefully preserved tea…
Location: Kyoto Duration: 2 hours On requestA Tea Gathering at the Kiln TEA AT THE KILN In the tea rooms of the Makuzu Miyagawa Kosai pottery studio. An intimate tea ceremony…
Location: Kyoto Duration: 1.5 hrs On requestTea on the Plantations TEA IN THE FIELDS Discover tea crafted by masters in the tea space among the tea fields of Ureshino, Saga.
Location: Ureshino Duration: 1.5 hours On requestMitate Tea Ceremony MITATE Tea Ceremony Enjoy a cup of tea served in a chawan crafted by host Shota Yamada.An encounter to…
Location: Tokyo and others Duration: 120 minutes On requestHiragana with a Master THE ART OF THE BRUSH Under the guidance of a master, you will be introduced to the basics of Japanese…
Location: Kyoto Duration: 120 minutes On requestCalligraphy in a Zen temple CALLIGRAPHY IN SILENCE Personal meeting with one of Japan’s leading contemporary calligraphers in a secluded…
Location: Kyoto Duration: 120 minutes On requestThe Art of the Golden Seam KINTSUGI WITH THE ARTIST Together with artist Taku Nakano, who has developed his own aesthetic philosophy, you…
Location: Tokyo Duration: 2 hours On request