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Mt. Fuji / Hakone Gateway | Authentic Tea Ceremony in Mishima

By Taian 泰庵
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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$110 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Enjoy an intimate tea ceremony inside Umegoten, a historic villa built in 1890 and designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property. With small groups, seasonal sweets, and expert guidance, your Taian （泰庵） experience offers a serene and personal encounter with Japanese tea culture in a timeless setting.
Only 50 minutes from Tokyo and 6 minutes from Mishima Station, this tea experience takes place at Umegoten, a beautifully preserved historic villa set within the lush, forested grounds of Rakujuen Park. Its refined craftsmanship and seasonal landscape create the ideal setting for your tea ceremony experience.

Activity location

  • 梅御殿（umegoten）
    • 15 15
    • 411-0036, Mishima, Shizuoka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 梅御殿（umegoten）
    • 15 15
    • 411-0036, Mishima, Shizuoka, Japan

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Mt. Fuji / Hakone Gateway | Authentic Tea Ceremony in Mishima

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Price details
NZ$107.17 x 1 AdultNZ$107.17
Paid at activityNZ$3.22
Total
Price is NZ$110.39
Until Wed, 27 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Exclusive use of the historic "Umegoten" tea room, a significant cultural asset.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Try on traditional Japanese "Haori" jackets (7 styles available).
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Capture memories in your Haori inside the historic "Umegoten" room.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    High-quality Matcha green tea served with seasonal Japanese Wagashi (sweets).
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A traditional tea ceremony performed by a host with over 30 years of experience.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Rakujuen Park admission fee

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • I can't sit in the seiza style, but can I still participate? Yes, we have chairs available.
  • Socks are required when entering Umegoten and the tearoom. Please wear socks or bring a pair with you on the day of your reservation. Socks will also be available for purchase upon arrival, if needed.

Activity itinerary

- Discover Tea Culture at a Historic Villa with Taian｜泰庵 A Japanese Tea Ceremony near Mishima Station, the Gateway to Mt. Fuji / Hakone. Experience a 90-minute tea ceremony at Umegoten, a historic villa in Rakujuen Park beside Mishima Station. Enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets, watch the traditional tea preparation, whisk your own matcha, and photograph the tearoom and forest views. With small-group seating, this experience offers the perfect introduction to Japanese tea culture. - Step-by-Step Experience 01 Meet at Umegoten Wait for Taian staff at the entrance of Umegoten in front of Rakujukan at your reserved time. 02 Welcome and Introduction Taian staff will outline the day, explain the tearoom, and give an overview of the tea ceremony. 03 Watch the Tea Preparation Sit and observe the traditional Japanese tea preparation performed by the Taian host. 04 Enjoy Matcha Moments Enjoy a bowl of freshly whisked matcha. Take a moment to relax and enjoy the setting. 05 Matcha Making Experience Try whisking your own bowl of delicious matcha. The staff will assist you throughout the process. 06 Capture the Moment Photograph Umegoten, capturing its historic elegance and timeless atmosphere.

Location

Activity location

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    梅御殿（umegoten）
    • 15 15
    • 411-0036, Mishima, Shizuoka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    梅御殿（umegoten）
    • 15 15
    • 411-0036, Mishima, Shizuoka, Japan

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