Tea Ceremony: Private Enshu-ryū Experience

Discover tranquility in a private tea ceremony with a master in Kanazawa’s historic district. Create matcha, savor sweets, and capture memories.

Duration: 1 hour, 10 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • TEA BASE 白澤 -
    · Entirely private — no shared groups, just you and your host
    · Led by Yuta, a tea master with 19 years of Enshu-ryū experience, the samurai school of tea with roots in Kanazawa’s feudal history
    · Conducted inside a beautifully preserved 100-year-old machiya townhouse
    · Situated in Kanazawa’s historic Nishi Chaya geisha district
    ·…
What's Included
  • Hands-on matcha preparation (make your own bowl of thin tea)
  • Fully private tea ceremony (no shared sessions)
  • Breakfast
  • Commemorative photo
  • Admission fees
  • English narration and Q&A throughout
  • Tea ceremony demonstration by a practitioner with 19 years of experience
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Starting at ¥9,900 per person (minimum of 2 people), you can book up to 2 hours in advance for a same-day experience. Enjoy a fully private tea ceremony with just your group, guided by a tea master with 19 years of experience in the Enshu-ryū tradition, held in a 100-year-old machiya located in Kanazawa’s Nishi Chaya geisha district.
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Location
TEA BASE 白澤
Come directly to 2-3-28 Nomachi, Kanazawa. Look for a traditional wooden machiya with a small sign “TEA BASE” beside the entrance. Your host Yuta will greet you at the door. 10 min by taxi from Kanazawa Station, or 5 min walk from Nishi Chaya District. Please arrive 5 minutes early.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Sophie_r
May 9, 2026
Great Tea Experience - This was a great experience. Yuta was masterful, friendly, and knowledgeable and the ceremony was very impressive. We really enjoyed the experience and highly recommend to anyone looking for a traditional tea ceremony.
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Road612662
May 8, 2026
Great experience with tea ceremon - The experience with Tea master was amazing. The whole ceremony was mesmerizing experience and we were very lucky to see it. After that we had the oportunity to try to make our own Matcha and honestly I learned a lot and finally feel brave enough to make matcha at home. Tea master is very nice person and we learned a lot not only about matcha but also about japanese and Kanazawa culture and craft. Would definitely recommend.
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Elenadv9353rp
May 5, 2026
Charming - An authentic experience with a charming & knowledgeable host. A highlight of our stay in Kanazawa!
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Bar7ter
Apr 24, 2026
Beautiful authentic tea ceremony in an old Japanese home. - If you really want to have an authentic experience and you want to feel like you are in ancient Japan I highly recommend the tea ceremony of Yuta-san. He welcomes you to his private home in which the upstairs space is reserved for the ceremony. Incredibly beautiful space, and beautiful performance of the ceremony. My daughter and I felt completely amazed and zen about the serene beauty of this experience afterwards. No busy tourist conditions, but a nice glimpse into the old Japanese tradition.
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Barry_w
Apr 24, 2026
Authentic Japanese Tea Service - Authentic Japanese tea service performed by an educated & experienced tea master in his 100 year old home.
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Jane_k
Apr 18, 2026
We would highly recommend - A true devotee to the art of making matcha tea. A very interesting hour watching the precise movements Mister Takahashi made. We also go to make tea.
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Matteo_t
Apr 13, 2026
Such a fun and unique... - Such a fun and unique experience! Yuta was warm and friendly and such an amazing host. The ceremony was very peace and a great insight into Japanese culture and tradition.
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Kathy_e
Apr 13, 2026
Fantastic tea ceremony experience! - This was a fantastic tea ceremony experience in the Geisha district. It was personal and so enjoyable. I would recommend it to everyone. Mr Takahashi was exceptional in teaching us this fabulous tradition.
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Roland_w
Apr 7, 2026
We had the great honor of... - We had the great honor of attending Yuta-san’s tea ceremony. After the ceremony, we felt deeply grateful and truly moved by the experience. It gave us a glimpse into the depth and long tradition of the Japanese tea ceremony. It was much more than just an activity. It felt like an encounter with a culture shaped by mindfulness, respect, and harmony. What impressed us most was the authenticity. Being welcomed into Yuta-san’s home created a very special and intimate atmosphere. From the very beginning, we felt surrounded by a deep sense of respect. The ceremony was carried out with great care, precision, and mastery. Although we are not experts, it was clear how much dedication and attention to detail was present in every movement. Afterwards, we felt a deep sense of calm and inner peace. It was as if we had been gently guided toward a quieter state of mind. The exchange with Yuta-san was very warm and kind. This experience will remain in our hearts for a lifetime. We are truly grateful and would wholeheartedly recommend it.
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Thechadude
Apr 3, 2026
An unique and personal experience of Kanazawas tea culture in a Kanazawa town house - If you are ever in Kanazawa and in search of an authentic and personal tea experience away from the tourist hotspots, this is the place. Yutasan invites you into his house and personal tea space and serves not only the greatest matcha but also great seasonal sweets. As a tea ceremony practitioner of over a decade he is very knowledgeable and answers all questions regarding the practice, Kanazawa and more with great enthusiasm.
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From $63
up to 5 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).