Experience the heart of sado, the Way of Tea, in this hidden teahouse near central Shibuya. Take in the serene atmosphere, and savor a quiet bowl of matcha prepared by a tea master.
Visit the home of a tea master of the Koborienshu school of tea, who will warmly welcome you into this traditional world. From sado enthusiasts from overseas to first-timers, experience the serenity of this intimate tea room and sip the perfectly prepared matcha tea. The tea master will not only prepare tea, but also create a seasonally unique atmosphere using decor, incense and appropriate tea ceremony accouterments. Tea ceremonies are a chance to take a break from the outside world, and experience a moment of peace and calm.
What's included
Tea ceremony
Matcha tea
Japanese-speaking instructor
Japanese sweets
About this experience
Starting at
11:00–17:00 (every 60 min)
For guests who wish to dip a toe into the world of sado, the tea master will prepare a bowl of usucha ('thin tea') accompanied by Japanese confectionery.
Duration: approx. 30 minutes ~ 1.5 hours
Schedule
Check-in at Komaba Warakuan or Pick-up at Komaba Todai-mae Station
Komaba Warakuan
Hidden away in a quiet residential area, this tea house is a oasis of calm.
Tea Ceremony
Experience true traditional Japanese hospitality, as the tea master guides you though the elegant rituals of the tea ceremony.
Tour ends at the Teahouse
Location and Directions
Check-in / Check-out
Komaba Warakuan
1-26-11 Komaba, Meguro-ku, Tokyo
Warakuan is located approximately 3-4 minutes from Komaba Todai-mae Station on the Inokashira Line.
Restrictions
The tea master only speaks very basic English, but is very passionate about sharing the tea ceremony with visitors from overseas.
What to bring
Please wear clothing that will allow you to sit on the floor comfortably. For those who cannot sit on the floor, special chairs will be available.
Additional notes
The tea master can pick guests up at Komabatodaimae Station. When reserving, please choose whether you wish to be picked up or not.
Operated by
Komaba Warakuan (W.E.L) (Code:111875)
Cancellation policy
After 5:00 PM the day before / No-show: 100%
Reviews
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I highly recommend it.
Posted Date: 2025/02/11
Katrin
Thank you for the wonderful meal. The tea I had was incredibly delicious, and I can still taste its sweetness and aroma in my mouth. I can't forget the scenery of the tea room. Thank you for allowing me, a foreigner living in Japan, to rediscover the beauty of Japan. My sister, who is visiting Japan, was also very happy and said she was thrilled to experience Japanese traditions. Lastly, I was even more delighted when a cat appeared, creating a lovely memory. Thank you for teaching me about tea … Thank you for the wonderful meal. The tea I had was incredibly delicious, and I can still taste its sweetness and aroma in my mouth. I can't forget the scenery of the tea room. Thank you for allowing me, a foreigner living in Japan, to rediscover the beauty of Japan. My sister, who is visiting Japan, was also very happy and said she was thrilled to experience Japanese traditions. Lastly, I was even more delighted when a cat appeared, creating a lovely memory. Thank you for teaching me about tea and tea ceremonies! It was an interesting and valuable experience. I would love to do this again. ご馳走さまでした。頂いたお茶はすごく美味しくて、今でも口の中で甘みと香りがします。 お茶室の風景も忘れられません。 日本在住の外国人の私に日本の美しさを再発見させて頂いてありがとうございます。 日本に遊びに来ている妹もすごく喜んでいて、日本の伝統を体験できてすごく嬉しいとのことです。 最後に猫さんが出てきてくれて尚更嬉しくて、良い思い出ができたとのことです笑 色々お茶のこと、お茶会のことについて教えて頂きたいありがとうございました！面白くて貴重な経験ができました。 またお願いしたいと思います。
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Reply from Komaba Warakuan (W.E.L)
Thank you for the review. We were able to share the joy of the tea world and had a wonderful time. We look forward to your next visit.レビューありがとうございます。お茶の世界の楽しさを共有できて、素敵な時間を持つことができました。またのお出でを、お待ちしております。
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Amazing experience!
Posted Date: 2019/12/02
Vanessa B
Amazing experience in what ended up being a private session because of the day and time I booked (Thursday afternoon). Everything was beautifully done and the interaction was great. Highly recommend!!
Incredible ceremony
Posted Date: 2019/07/08
Andres
I went with my family, it was our first time in a tea ceremony and the whole experience was incredible. The tea master is incredibly and, although he does not speak english, they give you an english document with all the instruction. A lady translated us what the madter was saying. Fantastic experience!
Such an amazing experience!
Posted Date: 2019/04/30
Shelby
Our tea ceremony master was amazing! They spent the time to explain every aspect of the traditions and symbolism throughout the ceremony and made us feel welcome. We learned about the history, art, and motions of the tea ceremony. We truly appreciate their translator who assisted the master and made our experience all the better! If you are looking for an very one on one style of learning, definitely book this event. We will be spreading the word to all of our friends who go to Tokyo!!
Tea ceremony
Posted Date: 2019/03/10
Maria Angee
Amazing experience, the master doesn’t speak English but he gives a document with info in English. I recommend the ceremony because is a authentic and unique event
I participated with two Japanese people and one Italian person.
Posted Date: 2018/07/17
ラマラ
The owner was very kind and friendly, and my two friends who were experiencing tea ceremony for the first time seemed to really enjoy it without feeling any pressure. I usually practice with the Urasenke school, so it was interesting to experience a tea ceremony from a different school, Kobori Enshu.とても優しく気さくなご亭主さんで、茶道初体験の友人２人も気負わず、とても楽しめたようです☆ 私は普段は裏千家でお稽古をしており、小堀遠州流という、いつもとは違う流派のお茶席を経験できたのも面白かったです。
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Reply from Komaba Warakuan (W.E.L)
Thank you for sharing your experience. Komaba Warakuan operates under the motto of "delicious, enjoyable, and beautiful." We hope to allow more people to experience the joy of tea ceremony. We are thrilled to hear that you had a fun experience. It's also great that you were able to see the differences among the various tea styles. We change our arrangements according to the seasons, so please do visit us again. We look forward to your next visit.体験談をお寄せいただき、ありがとうございます。駒場・和楽庵は、「おいしく、楽しく、美しく」をモットーに席を開いています。茶道の楽しさをより多くの方に味わっていただければとの思いからです。楽しく体験していただけたとのこと、これにすぐる喜びはありません。お茶には様々な流儀があり、その違いを見ていただけて良かったとも思います。季節により、設えも変えておりますので、ぜひまたお出でください。またのご来席をお待ちしております。
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I participated with a friend from overseas.
Posted Date: 2018/05/04
sumi
During my trip to Japan, my French friend expressed a desire to experience a Tea Ceremony, so we participated in the thin tea experience course for two.
Neither my friend nor I had any knowledge of tea ceremony, and since we made the reservation just the afternoon before, we arrived completely unprepared.
On the day of the experience, I was a bit nervous at first, but I was warmly welcomed by a very calm and friendly teacher and his wife. As we chatted, I completely relaxed and was able to enjoy m… During my trip to Japan, my French friend expressed a desire to experience a Tea Ceremony, so we participated in the thin tea experience course for two.
Neither my friend nor I had any knowledge of tea ceremony, and since we made the reservation just the afternoon before, we arrived completely unprepared.
On the day of the experience, I was a bit nervous at first, but I was warmly welcomed by a very calm and friendly teacher and his wife. As we chatted, I completely relaxed and was able to enjoy my first tea ceremony experience at my own pace. My friend found everything to be fresh and very interesting, asking various questions.
When making the reservation, there was a questionnaire about general age and gender, and based on that information, they selected the sweets and tools we would use on the day, which I found very thoughtful.
The sweets we received were delicious, so I asked for the store's information and walked there after the experience, but unfortunately, it was already closed due to the late hour. I plan to go back and buy some another time.
My friend was truly satisfied to have experienced the long-desired Tea Ceremony and expressed a desire to participate again if the opportunity arises. 日本を旅行中のフランス人の友人に「Tea Ceremony」を体験してみたいと言われ、今回はこちらの薄茶体験コースに2名で参加させていただきました。
Thank you for your post. We appreciate your warm evaluation. The feedback we receive from our customers is the greatest encouragement for all of us at Komaba Warakuan. We will continue to strive to create enjoyable experiences with rich content. As May has arrived, we have transitioned from the sunken hearth to the portable stove. We believe you will enjoy the world of tea even more. We look forward to your next visit. Thank you very much.投稿ありがとうございます。温かい評価をいtだき、感謝いたします。御客様よりいただいた評価が、私ども駒場和楽庵一同にとって何よりのはげましとなります。今後とも、内容の充実した楽しい席を作り上げるよう頑張ります。５月になり、炉をしまって風炉になりました。一段とお茶の世界を楽しんでいただけることとぞんじます。またのおいでをお待ちしております。ありがとうございました。
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Master class
Posted Date: 2018/05/02
John
We're were so glad we took the time to do this class. The suburban setting was lovely, the Master tea maker demonstrated patience in the face of our ignorence, and despite our total lack of Japanese and our hosts limited English, we're got by well with notes supplied in English, and google translate. Well worth doing.
Tea Ceremony
Posted Date: 2017/11/30
swiss girl
it was a great Tea Ceremony at Warakuan Teahouse. The Teamaster give us a lot of interesting Information. we were just 2 People and it was amazing. we realy enjoy it.
Reply from Komaba Warakuan (W.E.L)
Thank you for enjoying the Tea ceremony and please visit again.
Sorei Maeda, Komaba Warakuan
Interesting and Informative in Comfortable Sized Japanese Formal Setting
Posted Date: 2017/08/27
Coville's
My son and I enjoyed the Formal Instruction by a Certified Tea Ceremony Expert and his wife speaking in Japanese and their older daughter translating for us. We were greeted at their gate, led to their front business door and switched from our street shoes to their special sandals and directed into an informal Japanese meeting room with a tatami mat and small floor table where we put on their special one-toed white socks and then their sandals. We then went over several sheets of their English… My son and I enjoyed the Formal Instruction by a Certified Tea Ceremony Expert and his wife speaking in Japanese and their older daughter translating for us. We were greeted at their gate, led to their front business door and switched from our street shoes to their special sandals and directed into an informal Japanese meeting room with a tatami mat and small floor table where we put on their special one-toed white socks and then their sandals. We then went over several sheets of their English/Japanese explanations of each of the steps of the tea ceremony explaining words that are spoken and responses that are given. There is a lot of symbolism and purpose for each movement throughout the ceremony; specific movement and placement of the handheld fans, preparation with tea scoop and whipping utensils, and finally the making of the teas themselves. The ancient tea bowls used are passed down in the family through generations. The Tea Master picks a theme for each ceremony and chooses three items to depict that theme in a special section of the room (rooms can vary in size and roof height--commonly low ceilings required scooting into the room on your knees on the tatami mats and scooting around to the themed wall) and then you scoot to your tea position lifting yourself with the flat part of your fisted hand and then sitting with your lower legs under you bottom. The tea is brewed over a small pot of special wood in the corner of the room. When completed we exited and reviewed the ceremony back in the community room we started in and they answered our questions as best as they could with their daughter's translation. It was a very personal experience.
