Tokyo Cooking Class
Let’s enjoy Japanese tea ceremony with handmade WAGASHI!! (vegan/gluten free)

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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