Daytime Private Tea Ceremony in a 100-Year Machiya — Nishi Chaya / Ninja Temple (10:00–15:00 starts)｜Activities｜VISIT KANAZAWA, JAPAN

Daytime Private Tea Ceremony in a 100-Year Machiya — Nishi Chaya / Ninja Temple (10:00–15:00 starts)

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Take a calm one-hour break in a private 100-year machiya near Nishi Chaya and the Ninja Temple. Clear English guidance and rare, high-quality matcha prepared with care—many guests describe the experience as “calming,” “deeply relaxing,” and “almost medita

Description

Slip out of the crowds and into a quiet Kanazawa townhouse. Hosted in the tea master’s real home—a restored century-old machiya a short walk from Nishi Chaya and Myōryū-ji (the “Ninja Temple”)—this is a fully private ceremony designed for travelers who value craft, context, and calm.

In about 60 minutes, you’ll learn the essentials of Japanese tea: the meaning behind the movements, how to appreciate the utensils, and how to whisk and savor a bowl of rare, high-quality matcha (sourced in small lots for depth and clarity of flavor) with seasonal sweets. The pacing is unhurried so you can focus—sound, scent, light, texture—while we keep everything simple in clear English.

Guests often leave feeling settled and refreshed, calling the time “calming,” “relaxing,” and “like meditation.” Our staff will take photos for you on your device and share them after the session.

Good to know: Private group up to 10.

Ages 3+ (infants may accompany).

Chairs available if tatami sitting is difficult. Please wear socks. Quiet residential lane—arrive on time and keep voices low outside.

Exact Google Map & entrance photo provided after booking.

Experience Timeline (Approx. 60 minutes)

Welcome & room etiquette (5 min) — arrive, breathe, settle
Tools & story (5 min) — the essentials, simply explained
Tea ceremony demonstration by the tea master (20 min) — observe the formal preparation
Hands-on matcha making & drinking etiquette (10 min) — whisk your own bowl
Photos & Q&A (20 min) — twilight portraits and open questions

What’s Included

Private use of the tea room, high-quality matcha, seasonal sweets, English guidance, photos taken on your phone.

Good to Know

Children and infants are welcome. Chairs available on request. Please bring or wear socks (to keep the tatami clean). Photography is welcome. Quiet residential area—please arrive on time and keep voices low outside. We’re happy to suggest nearby dinner spots in Nishi Chaya/Teramachi.

Meeting Point

A historic machiya in the Nishi Chaya / Ninja Temple area (map link and entrance photo provided after booking). Easy access by short taxi or local bus from Kanazawa Station.

Availability & Pricing

Start times: from 16:00 (seasonal evening slots). Duration: ~60 minutes.

Price: Pair (2 guests) ¥14,000; +¥4,000 per additional guest (up to 10 guests).

Traditional Japanese Culture

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Information

Organizer: TEA BASE HAKUTAKU
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Price: Pair (2 guests) ¥14,000 +¥4,000 per
only one person, it costs 8,800yen.
Date: All day
Time: 10:00-15:00
Duration: 60min
Location: TEA BASE HAKUTAKU
Departure Point: TEA BASE HAKUTAKU
Ending Point: TEA BASE HAKUTAKU
By Public Transportation: Address: 2-3-28 Nomachi, Kanazawa (野町2-3-28)
•From JR Kanazawa Station: ~10–15 minutes by taxi.
•By bus from the Station: Ride a city bus toward the Nishi Chaya / Teramachi (Temple) area and get off near Nishi Chaya; it’s an easy short walk (use the map link for the best stop on your time of day).

•On foot from major sights: about 3–5 minutes from Nishi Chaya District and 6–8 minutes from the Ninja Temple (Myōryūji).
Parking: なし
Capacity: Up to 10 people
Minimum Participants: 1
Reservation: Advance booking is required.
Please inquire by 16:00 (4:00 PM) the day before your preferred date (JST).
Requests after 16:00 are subject to availability and may be declined.
Your reservation is confirmed only after our reply/confirmation.
Cancellation: Cancellation Policy (No Prepayment / Reconfirmation Required)
• Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your start time.
• 24–48 hours: free reschedule if slots are available (otherwise a 50% fee applies).
• Within 24 hours or no-show: 100% of the experience fee applies.
• We do not take prepayment at the moment. To protect your slot, we will send a short reconfirmation message the day before (via email/DM/WhatsApp). If we do not receive your “CONFIRM” reply by 18:00 the day before, the booking may be released.
• Late arrival: sessions may be shortened; arriving 15+ minutes late may be treated as a no-show.
• The experience runs rain or shine. In case of severe weather or public-transport suspension, you may reschedule free of charge.
Website: Google maps

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Organizer

Address: 2-3-28 Nomachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 921-8031
Business Day: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Business Hours: 10:00-16:00
Phone: 09080971667
Email: easybreezy2627@gmail.com
Website: https://www.instagram.com/tea.base_hakutaku?igsh=MW1iZjQwajBia3lidQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

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Phone Operator Hours: 9:00-18:00; easybreezy2627@gmail.com

Email to Book: Loads email booking form.

Online Booking Page: Links to an external site.
https://www.instagram.com/tea.base_hakutaku?igsh=MW1iZjQwajBia3lidQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr; https://www.instagram.com/tea.base_hakutaku?igsh=MW1iZjQwajBia3lidQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Online Booking Page: Links to an external site.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/U9s85nwZUZExsPf18?g_st=ipc; https://maps.app.goo.gl/U9s85nwZUZExsPf18?g_st=ipc