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禅茶道体験
【A Private Formal Tea Ceremony】

New Year Premium Tea Experience

Hosted by Urasenke Tea Master
Soshin Kawakami

Trusted by international leaders,
executives, and cultural institutions.
By invitation only.

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One private group per day.
By invitation only.

The world is filled
with noise.

That is why "Silence" becomes the rarest luxury.
In a sanctuary that feels like a slip back into ancient times,
Surrender yourself to traditional rituals and face your true self.
This is not merely a cultural experience.
It is a journey back to who you truly are.

Three Exclusives
Only available here.

師

Tea Master

Direct guidance by
Urasenke Professor Soshin Kawakami.
Feel the refined hospitality
and exquisite movements
up close.

禅

Zen Meditation

No difficult knowledge needed.
Just surrender to the silence.
A luxurious time to face yourself.

宴

Exclusive New Year

At the beginning of the year,
provide a program to elevate
your mind and body
while others rest.

抹茶
Book Special Experience
川上宗真

Soshin Kawakami

Tea Master / Urasenke Professor / Representative Director of ChaCha

As a professor of Urasenke, advocating a way of tea that respects tradition while utilizing its spirit in modern times.
Numerous achievements in instructing business leaders, embassies, and overseas VIPs.
We welcome you with the spirit of "Ichigo Ichie" (once-in-a-lifetime encounter) for a supreme moment of peace.

New Year Special

Zen Tea Ceremony
New Year Premium Tea Experience

90 min 30,000 JPY / person (excl. tax)

Zen Meditation + Koicha + Authentic Tea Ceremony
Special course including
Hassun, Wanmono, and Sake Chaji

【ChaCha Brand Features】

  • 1 Group per Day / Completely Private
  • Zen Meditation (Moving Zen / Chair Zen)
  • Chair-style (Less burden on legs)
  • Exquisite English Hospitality
  • Authentic preparation with premium utensils
  • Authentic Chaji (usually 4h+) condensed to 90 min
  • Experience both Koicha (Thick Tea) & Usucha (Thin Tea)
  • Hassun (Appetizer) and Sake Chaji.
    ※Sake availability optional.
    New Year Special: Otoso (Spiced Sake) served.
    Plus, a surprise gift from the Samurai.

Condensed Chaji

"Chaji," the essence of Japanese culture,
is the ultimate hospitality performed over four hours.
This is a completely private session,
specially condensed for the New Year.
Silence, movement, space, and a bowl of tea.
Please fully experience the "Essence of Hospitality"
unique to Japan.

茶事の様子

Kosen

Purify mind and body with fragrant tea, enter silence.

Shoiri (First Entry)

Viewing Scroll / Hassun (Appetizer & Sake) / Koicha

Nakadachi (Break)

Short Break

Goiri (Main Entry)

Listening to Incense / Usucha (Thin Tea)

※Special New Year Otoso (spiced sake) will be served.

Schedule

Capacity: 2-5 guests per session.
*For groups of 6 or more, please contact us.

Sharakukan (Chiba) - JAN 1-3

📍 Map & Access here
1 / 1 (Wed)
📍 Sharakukan
13:45 - 15:15
Open
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1 / 2 (Thu)
📍 Sharakukan
13:45 - 15:15
Open
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1 / 3 (Fri)
📍 Sharakukan
13:45 - 15:15
Open
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*Clicking "Open" will redirect you to the payment page (Stripe).

Option
1/3 Limited

Kimono Tea Ceremony

Start the New Year in beautiful Kimono attire.
We promise a special moment that will remain a lifelong memory.

Contact / Consultation

General Incorporated Association ChaCha

Hama-rikyu Gardens (Tokyo) - JAN 6-9

📍 Map & Access here
1 / 6 (Mon)
📍 Hama-rikyu Gardens
13:45 - 15:15
Open
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1 / 7 (Tue)
📍 Hama-rikyu Gardens
13:45 - 15:15
Sold Out
Full
1 / 8 (Wed)
📍 Hama-rikyu Gardens
13:45 - 15:15
Open
Apply
1 / 9 (Thu)
📍 Hama-rikyu Gardens
13:45 - 15:15
Open
Apply

*Clicking "Open" will redirect you to the payment page (Stripe).

*We will contact you if any adjustments are needed after booking.

茶室風景

FAQ

Do I need any experience or knowledge of Tea Ceremony?
No prior knowledge is required. We welcome beginners. Our Tea Master will guide you through the rituals, so please relax and enjoy the moment.
Do I have to sit on the floor (Seiza)?
No. All our sessions are conducted in the "Ryurei" style, using tables and chairs. There is no need to kneel, ensuring a comfortable experience for everyone.
Can I take photos?
Yes, photography is allowed. However, there may be specific moments where we ask for your attention to the ceremony. The Master will inform you of the best opportunities to capture memories.

Contact / Booking

For reservations and inquiries

General Incorporated Association ChaCha

📩 info@chanoyu-bushi.com 📞 +81-90-4961-4277
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