・Japanese tea ceremony demonstration
•You can learn how to be a guest of the ceremony.
・How to eat a sweets.
(I make Japanese sweets by myself.)
•How to drink a cup of tea.
•How to mixi a tea.
I am flexible with the date & time.
First, you reserve open day,then we chat each other to decide the date & time.
If you have any questions, ,please feel free to ask me.
My class,max of 4 people,but if your group member is more than 4 people,please ask me.
It depends on the number, I can be available to have over 4 guests sometime.
If you have something trouble with you have leg(s) problems, please let me know, I can prepare a chair for you.
I will do procedure and demonstrate the Japanese tea ceremony.
Also you can see the “Charcoal procedure”.
That is, we add charcoal to boil water.
It’s really rare experience for you ,even for Japanese people.
You can learn how to be a guest at the Japanese tea ceremony.
You can mix a cup of matcha(tea).
I prepare main Japanese sweets and dried Japanese sweets & 2 cup of matcha for you.
Please bring your socks.
#Optional
I prepare “Tea ceremony kit” for guests.
If you need after the, Workshop, please let me know.
Including Tea ceremony kit→matcha, chasen(wisk), chasyaku(tea spoon), natume(tea container).
Here is my instagram,you can see some of the tea ceremony trial.
https://instagram.com/ikuyos_tea_ceremony?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
This class is
”Trial Japanese tea ceremony “
I also have another class.
Please check them!!
“Making Japanese sweets class”
https://airkitchen.me/kitchen/8929.php
“Making Japanese sweets & trying tea ceremony “ class.
https://airkitchen.me/kitchen/10054.php
Hello I’m Ikuyo Kono
“About my place”
It takes about 30mins from”Shibuya” & center of “Yokohama”.
It’s not so far from center of Tokyo and train access is convenient.
Also my place is so calm & quiet ,not like center of Tokyo, so you can relax here.
(Our place is near “Ramen Museum” in Yokohama.
,it takes about 15 minutes by subway.)
“About me”
I’m from Nara prefecture.
I have been learning Japanese tea ceremony for more than 40 years.
I started to teach tea ceremony since 2007.
My grandmother & my mother are also teachers.
I learned tea ceremony in Kyoto & Nara for 10 years.
Kyoto is the first place of Japanese tea
ceremony, so I have many good experiences in Kyoto & Nara.
I lived in Boston since 2004 to 2006 with my family.
I showed the tea ceremony to American people in Boston.
After I came back to Japan, I’ve always wanted to have international communication with foreign people though the Japanese culture.
I hope you can get some valuable experience here.
I have 2 little dogs,but they stay in their space., so they can’t come to us.
I also have regular lessons for foreign residents.
After trial tea ceremony,if you are interested in that, please let me know.
I like making Japanese sweets & wearing kimono.
I also have “Making Japanese sweets”
class & “Combination classes”.
In my class, you can learn about many Japanese cultures!!
I’m looking forward to having guests.
If you have any requests about the starting time,feel free to ask me.
My times are flexible sometimes.
I’m looking forward to seeing you!!
P.S.
I’m from Nara prefecture,there is a really huge Buddha inside in a Toudaiji temple in Nara.
When you visit Nara I recommend you to see huge Buddha and see deers.
The closest station
Azamino Station
How to get to the station?
From Obacho Bus Stop: 5mins
Free pick up service
This host can pick up you for free from the closest station!
Exact location provided after booking.
Thomas, Hong Kong
★★★★★It was an amazing experience with Master Kono and her husband. Master Kono has been very repsonsive and messaged me promplty immediately after I made the booking. We were given very clear instructions for the pickup and her husband gave us a round trip from station to their home/classroom. Master Kono was very professional and explained the history and procedures of tea ceremony to us patiently. Her English was fluent and easy to understand. Homemade wakashi tasted wonderfully delicious! It was a very nice afternoon chit-chating and learing about tea ceremony with Master Kono and her husband. Will definitely come again for the next visit in Tokyo.
Jul 2024
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for really great review Thomas.
We also had a good time with you.
You already had some experience of tea ceremony,even that you felt happy my class.
I’m so happy about that.
I always welcome you .
Thank you for joining.
Sade, United States of America
★★★★★Ikuyo and her husband Keita were gracious hosts. We had a great time at their tea ceremony. It was special and educational. We would definitely go again and we can't thank them enough for their hospitality. Highly recommended experience near Tokyo.
Jul 2024
Sade, United States of America
★★★★★Ikuyo and her husband, Keita, are wonderfully warm and welcoming hosts. The tea experience was extremely educational, immersive, and enlightening. My partner and I are so glad we chose to book this experience-- definitely unique and one of a kind. I highly recommend Ikuyo's class to anyone looking for a friendly and authentic tea experience in the Tokyo area!!!
Jul 2024
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for joining my class.
My husband and I had an also joyful time with you and your partner.
We hope to see you again.
Brad Docimo, United States of America
★★★★★This was one of our best experiences in Japan. They hosted us in their beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood that was the perfect setting for a traditional tea ceremony. Transportation instructions were perfectly clear, and we had no problems at all. Highly recommend, and we will definitely come again for a follow on lesson if we are ever back in Tokyo.
Jun 2024
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your great review.
We were happy and had a lot of fun with you and your daughter.
I’m looking forward to seeing you again.
Thank you for joining.
Trevor, United States of America
★★★★★It was a fantastic experience! Ikuyo explained everything in great detail, and we made tea ourselves! It was great to be welcomed in to someone’s home and learn about their life and culture.
Jun 2024
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your nice review.
We are so happy that young people are interested in Japanese culture and enjoy it.
Thank you again.
Jorie, United States of America
★★★★★We had a very wonderful time being educated on tea ceremony! Ikuyo and her husband were such a delight to talk to and learn from and they provided us a joyful and thought-provoking experience! Wish we could provide more stars!
May 2024
Response from Ikuyo
Hi Jorie.
Thank you for your really nice review.
I’m so happy about that.
We also had tea great experience with you all.
Your thoughts & questions has really deep meaning.
It’s also nice for us.
Please have a nice trip ^_^
Brendan, United States of America
★★★★★This was a terrific experience. She took time to explain all the aspects of the history, culture, and ceremony. We (2 adults, 2 teens) went step by step and learned the customs. She was very skilled, smooth, and elegant as she performed the ceremony. And went above and beyond to help us with travel to and from. Could not have been happier with this experience.
Apr 2024
Response from Ikuyo
Hi,Brendan.
Thank you for your really great review.
I’m so happy.
We had a good time with you and your family.
If your son come to Japan as an exchange student,and he needs some help,please contact me.
Thank you again.
Viktor, Sweden
★★★★★We had great time both watching Ikuyo perform the ceremony and performing it ourselves. The tea ceremony was very professionally done whilst still being a very personal learning experience.
Apr 2024
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for nice review.
We enjoyed a lot.
I’m happy that young people are interested in Japanese culture .
Thank you for joining.
Alain, Canada
★★★★★Ikuyo showed us great hospitality when she welcomed us into her home. She demonstrated different aspects of the Tea Ceremony, including a portion of the preparation which, as she explained, is not part of the actual Ceremony itself. Ikuyo and her apprentice performed the Tea Ceremony for us, and instructed us on how to comport ourselves as guests to the Ceremony. Ikuyo also coached us each individually on how to make our own matcha Her hearth-equipped tatami tea room is in a modern Japanese home in the suburbs of Yokohama. For those who are interested in seeing how the Tea Ceremony is performed in a modern setting, this is a great opportunity. And as one of her pupils of many years was also present, we got to see how students of the Tea Ceremony receive instruction from the Tea Master. All in all, we really enjoyed our experience with Ikuyo. I recommend it to anyone who likes what is written above.
Apr 2024
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your great review.
I’m really happy that you and your mother enjoyed tea ceremony in my place.
Thank you for joining my class .
Alf, Germany
★★★★★Dear Ikuyo-san, Thank you and your husband for the wonderful learning experience, and that you welcomed us so warmly into your home. Hope to see you again in the future. Best regards, Sarah and Alf
Mar 2024
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your nice review Sarah & Alf.
We also had a good time with you two.
Yes we are waiting next time to see again.
Joseph , United States of America
★★★★★One of the best culture experiences we have had in our stay in Japan. Yuta-san was a great host! Definitely a must to experience!
Jan 2024
Christopher, United States of America
★★★★★I had a great time! Looking forward to another encounter!
Nov 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your review ^_^
I was happy you joined my class again.
I hope see you soon.
Soeren Kwasigroch, Germany
★★★★★I gladly got a ceremony with ikuyo-san one day in advance, which I not found at the other places I looked. But it is a little outside Tokyo but connected by train well. Ikuyo-san organised the pick up from the train station by a friend very well. The tea ceremony was at her house with her friend. It was good, she encouraged me to look closely, ask questions and make photos. The sweats was really tasty. The Macha as well. At the end I could have a few questions to got the purpose of tea ceremony in the samurai period and after it. The chatted also a bit over Germany where I came from. It was a pleasant experience of the japanese culture I wanted to do in my holiday. It a bit more expensive then other places I could find.
Oct 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your nice comment.
I and my friend had a really fun time with you.
I was happy that you choose my class.
If you have a chance to come, I would like you to try winter style Japanese tea ceremony.
Thank you for joining.
Paulino , United States of America
★★★★★Our tea ceremony with Ikuyo was wonderful! The sweets was amazing, the was marvelous, and the hospitality was incredible!! Great hosts! Thank you both for the experience!
Oct 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your nice review.
We are so happy about that.
If you have a chance,to join in winter style.
Thank you again.
Scheitel, France
★★★★★It was a really enjoyable experience to discover the traditionnal tea ceremony with Ikuyo san and her friend. The ambiance was excellent as we were able to sit in a specific room in her house for the tea ceremony . Explanations were clear and detailled and the home made sweet were a very good addition. Both of our teachers were very friendly. I highly recommend to try the experience, or the second class proposed for tradionnal japanese sweets making.
Oct 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you so much for the happy review for me.
It was really good time for us.
If you have some chance to come to Japan,please join winter style tea ceremony and making sweets class.
Susanne, Germany
★★★★★The tea ceremony experience with Ikuyo was just perfect. Ikuyo is such a great and welcoming host which had just the right degree of showing, guiding, explaining and let one do most things yourself. She was so kind to pick us up and drop us off at the station and let us in her beautiful tea room. There she at first showed us how tea ceremony works and then we were able to do it ourselves. We had cups of matcha tea accompanied by tea sweets Ikuyo prepared herself. Just wonderful! And Ikuyo was so kind to reply to all our questions and in the end we talked longer than we payed for… If you want to experience tea ceremony with a wonderful host, this is yours :)
Aug 2023
Emily, United States of America
★★★★★I am so glad that I was able to have this cultural experience before leaving Japan! The directions to get to the class were easy to follow and I enjoyed chatting. Arigatou gozaimasu!
Aug 2023
Maike, Germany
★★★★★The tea ceremony with Ikuyo and her husband was an amazing experience, definitively one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. Sweets and tea were delicious and the english explanations were great. But most of all our time in the tearoom felt personal and unique - one could really feel the spirit of hospitality, that lies in the heart of a tea ceremony.
Aug 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for coming to my class.
My husband and I also had a really fun time with you guys.
I’m happy that you felt the hospitality of tea ceremony.
I hope you will come back here.
You can feel something different in winter style of tea ceremony.
Bernadet, Netherlands
★★★★★My boyfriend Thijs and I had a great experience with Ikuyo. The tea ceremony was absolutely lovely. She showed us everything we needed to know and could ask as many questions as wanted. Both she and her husband are very kind and hospitable people and we would definitely recommend booking a tea ceremony with Ikuyo! Again thanks so much for everything.
Aug 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your really nice review.
We are so happy & enjoy with you two.
Thank you for choosing my class.
Vladimir, Russia
★★★★★It was a wonderful tea class experience! Too authentical, hosts are really involved in what they’re doing and they’ll really answer each question which you will ask them in the field of Japanese tea ceremony. Besides, the hosts are willing to hold a cozy conversation in cozy atmosphere which is also great for the relaxation. To sum it up, if you want to meet Japnese customs as well as to relax from your everyday routine in a smooth and warm atmosphere you really need to try these classes!
Aug 2023
Anna, Ukraine
★★★★★I joined Ikuyo's tea ceremony in the morning and it was the best decision. It was very intresting to get to know the tradition and the hosts were very welcoming and nice. Definitely reccomend for everybody to experience it!
Jul 2023
Mia, Switzerland
★★★★★I really enjoyed the tea ceremony! Ikuyo is a wonderful host. In a short time she introduced me to the Japanese culture and tradition through teaching and showing a tea ceremony. She explained the meaning of the objects she used or had in a room, meaning of steps, demonstrated the sequence, and let me try to make a tea myself. Tea was incredible! Thank you Ikuyo ☺️
Jun 2023
Mia, Switzerland
★★★★★I really enjoyed the tea ceremony! Ikuyo is a wonderful host. In a short time she introduced me to the Japanese culture and tradition through teaching and showing a tea ceremony. She explained the meaning of the objects she used or had in a room, meaning of steps, demonstrated the sequence, and let me try to make a tea myself. Tea was incredible! Thank you Ikuyo ☺️
Jun 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your really nice review.
I had great time with you.
I was so happy that you chose my class.
I hope to see you again.
Charvie Patel, India
★★★★★It was an amazing experience learning tea ceremony from Ikuyo san. Her welcoming attitude and humbled behavior made us feel like home. The tea etiquette and the whole process was very interesting and completely worth it.
Jun 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for coming yesterday and really good review.
My students and I spent good time with you two.
I’m so happy that young foreign people is interested in Japanese culture.
Thank you again.
Have a good & safe trip in Japan.
Max, United States of America
★★★★★Ikuyo led a wonderful, private tea ceremony that anyone visiting Tokyo should experience. Clear communication, flexible, professional, and delicious! We didn’t know what to expect when visiting someone’s home to learn from a tea ceremony pro, but the experience was fun, approachable, and educational. Thanks for having us over for tea, Ikuyo !
Jun 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your nice review.
I’m so happy about that.
My husband and I had fun to talk about Boston with you and your wife.
Thank you again.
Kelly Anne, France
★★★★★Amazing experience! Ikuyo and her husband were very welcoming! The ceremony was well explained and they took some time to chat and reply to all our question afterward. My sister and I really loved it! The sweet were delicious too!!
May 2023
Christopher Amaya, United States of America
★★★★★I had a great time with Ikuyo! She was so nice and knowledgeable. The treats were good, and I had a great time learning the value in all the gestures and traditions! We spoke for awhile and got to know each other for a little bit. It was super friendly. I can't recommend this experience, enough!
May 2023
Loretta, United States of America
★★★★★We loved every bit of the experience with Ikuyo! She is a great cook, host and is very personable. You would not be disappointed!
May 2023
Eve , United Kingdom
★★★★★I took my family who were visiting me during the winter holiday. My mother, father and brother had never experienced a tea ceremony and they were not disappointed. This was such an authentic experience and the hosts were so friendly and explained everything very clearly, even providing us with an English translation of the basic information. They also provided excellent instructions on how to get to the property and picked us up in their car for the last part of the journey. They also accommodated for one participants inability to sit on the floor and provided a chair. The tea was amazing and the Japanese sweets were delicious. It really was a wonderful experience and one I would recommend to anyone wanted to try a traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. Thank you for your wonderful experience.
Dec 2022
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your really wonderful review.
I was so happy that you & your family were first my guests.
Erika, France
★★★★★This intimate ceremony was incredible. we were only 4 people. they picked us up at the station. Ikuyo is a true passionate and very diligent professional. This ceremony was magnificent, full of delicacy and poetry. The cookies were excellent and the tea delicious. We had a magical moment out of time. You made us dream. Thank you again for your hospitality and kindness.
Apr 2023
Jill, Australia
★★★★★What a special experience. We felt privileged to be able to have a private tea ceremony experience on a home setting. Ikuyo was an incredible host and made us feel very welcome and comfortable to ask questions. She not only shared an insight into the procedure of the tea ceremony but explained about the history and approach to teaching and learning over many years. Very easy location to get to on the train with clear instructions. A very calming way to spend a few hours after the busyness of other parts of Tokyo. A must do for any visitors.
Apr 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your really warm review.
I’m so glad that.
I had a great time with you,your husband and your daughter.
She is so sweet.
And I’m happy that young girl is interested in Japanese culture and Japan.
Thank you.
Cecilia, Sweden
★★★★Thank you for a very nice tea ceremony. We especially appreciated the homely atmosphere and the relaxed possibilities to ask questions and talk about both the tea ceremony in specific and Japanese culture in general. The Japanese tea and sweets were delicious.
Apr 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for your nice review.
I also appreciated to join my class.
I’m interested in your country.
I’m happy that your son joined in my class to know Japanese culture.
Thank you.
Lucas, United States of America
★★★★★we were given such a unique experience, thank you so much for the hospitality
Apr 2023
Lucas, United States of America
★★★★★thank you so much for this unique experience. your home and city is beautiful. your hospitality is unmatched.
Apr 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for the review.
We are so happy about that.
And we had fun to talk about your city too.
I hope you can get some tea ceremony equipment.
Have fun with sushi and have a good and safe trip.
Thank you again.
Archana Kashyap, India
★★★★★This was our first time in Japan and we were looking for an authentic Japanese experience with the locals. The tea ceremony with Ikuyo and her husband was perfect. It was a calm and beautiful experience. They even answered all our questions (..and we had many) so patiently. Would highly recommend this experience.
Apr 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Thank you for joining my tea ceremony Archana and your friend.
We also had a nice time with you.
We enjoyed to hear about your country.
Thank you again.
Marie, Germany
★★★★★The Tea Ceremony with Ikuyo Kono and her husband was really special to us. It felt like an authentic experience, while it was also fun and interesting. They shared their knowledge and also private information about everything we asked. Thank you so much!
Apr 2023
Response from Ikuyo
Marie.Thank you for your quick review.
Thank you for choosing my class.
We also enjoyed a lot with you two.
If you have chance to come,next time, please check my Japanese sweets class.
Thank you again.
Thomas, United Kingdom
★★★★★This was a fantastic Tea Ceremony with lovely hosts. Thank you so much Ikuyo for your hospitality! Highly recommend this for any person wanting an authentic personal experience.
Mar 2023
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Yes, Let’s enjoy Japanese tea ceremony with handmade WAGASHI at home in Yokohama, suburban Tokyo!! has a vegan option.
Duration of this cooking class is 1.5 hours.
Yes, Let’s enjoy Japanese tea ceremony with handmade WAGASHI at home in Yokohama, suburban Tokyo!! has a vegetarian option.
Up to 4 people can join Ikuyo's cooking class.
It costs 7500 per person.
Please go to Azamino Station which takes 5 mins from Obacho Bus Stop. Then Ikuyo (host) will pick you up there!
You will receive the confirmation within 24 hours.
We accepts these cards on airKitchen.
Cancellations up to 48 hours prior to the class begins will be fully refunded by the airKitchen cancellation policy.