No.
1051
[Program currently off season] Experience a Tea Ceremony in Ikoma, the Home of Tea Whisks

  • Program
    fee    		 per person：81,000 JPY
    Available
    time period    		 2026-02-06 - 2026-02-13
    Required
    time    		 3 hours and 45 minutes
    Language English


Enjoy matcha, traditional tea whisks, sake, and kaiseki cuisine at a historic sake brewery!

The land of Ikoma, Nara, is considered the birthplace of the tea ceremony—and for over 500 years, since Japan’s Muromachi period, it has been celebrated as the production center of authentic Takayama chasen (tea whisks).”
At Nakamoto Sake Brewery, a long‑standing family brewer founded in 1727, we invite you to indulge in an authentic experience of Japan’s special cuisine and cultural traditions.
No formal etiquette required—this gathering warmly welcomes tea ceremony beginners.

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Program details
Program [Program currently off season] Experience a Tea Ceremony in Ikoma, the Home of Tea Whisks
Program fee

per person:81,000 JPY
Available time period

2026-02-06 - 2026-02-13
Available time period Detail This tour is available only on the scheduled dates.
Required time 3 hours and 45 minutes
Schedule 16：00　Meet at Nakamoto Sake Brewery · Welcome drink upon arrival
　　　　 The venue is “Sahorō”, a renovated main house over 100 years old
16：05　Live demonstration of Takayama chasen making
　　　 （Explanation by one of just a dozen chasen masters in Japan）
17：00　Dinner
　　　 （Special kaiseki meal paired with sake, hosted by a long‑established sake brewery）
　　　　 ★The “kuramoto” (brewery owner) will introduce and explain approximately three types of sake paired with the dishes.
　　　　 ★During meal time, additional sake refills are available.
19：00　A special evening tea gathering experienced by candlelight
　　　 （A casual tea gathering with chairs and tables）
　　　　After the tea gathering, guests will receive a souvenir.
19：45　End of the program and dispersal
group / party Available for up to 8 participants.
Requirements for participation Maximum number of participants per session: 8
Minimum number of participants: 2
Things to bring / required items None
Included in this fee ①Meal charges: 1 dinner
②Welcome drink and beverages during dinner 　　
　（approximately three types of sake）
　※Notes: Additional pours of sake are available.
　※For those who prefer not to drink alcohol, Sake brewing water are provided.
③All activity fees included in the experience
④Souvenirs: Takayama chasen, matcha canister, and sake named “Nagayao”
⑤On-site English interpretation
　※Please note: No refunds will be given even if portions of the included items are unused due to customer preference.
Not included in fees Other items not listed above (e.g., …)
①Personal expenses (e.g., drinks ordered individually)
②Medical costs related to injury or illness
Meeting location Inside “Sahoro” at Nakamoto Sake Brewery
Meeting location Detail 1067 Kamimachi, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture
Address of meeting location 1067 Kamimachi, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, Ikoma-city, Nara-prefecture

Around 15 minutes from Kintetsu Ikoma Station by car or Nara Kotsu bus.
Pick Up Service Shuttle service to your requested location is available at an additional cost.
Payment method After applying, please make payment by bank transfer to the account we will inform you of, or by credit card.
Language English
Guides' recommendations,
highlights in this area		 For guests who do not drink alcohol, sake brewing water will be provided instead. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the unique atmosphere of this special setting!

Attention:

If you have dietary restrictions, please contact us in advance.

Cancellation:

20% of the experience fee for cancellations made 10–8 days before the departure
30% of the experience fee for cancellations made 7–2 days before the departure
40% of the fee for cancellations made 1 day before the departure
50% of the fee for cancellations made on the day of departure (before the tour starts)
100% of the fee for cancellations made on the day of departure after the tour start date or failure to show without notice

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  • Hidenori Ikeda

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    Comments

    Why not take a one-day journey to Ikoma, the only place in Japan that produces "Chasen",traditional bamboo tea whisks, and experience matcha in Nara, the birthplace of Japanese tea ceremony?

    Company information

    Company:Ikoma Kotsu Co., Ltd.
    Address:1067 Kamimachi, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture Ikoma-city Nara-prefecture

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