Japanese Cultural Experience

Japanese Tea Ceremony Experience

Discover the Enchantment of the Japanese Tea Ceremony!

Join us for an immersive journey into the world of the Japanese tea ceremony. Step into the serene ambiance of our traditional tea room, 'Sho-fu-an,' where the art of tea comes to life. Whether you're a hotel guest or a visitor, you’re invited to experience an authentic tea ceremony demonstration. Embrace this exceptional opportunity to acquaint yourself with an age-old Japanese tradition at the Keio Plaza Hotel!

*‘Sho-fu-an’ will reopen on April 6, 2026.
*Reservations will be accepted starting March 1. 2026

• Dates:
  April–June: Every Sunday and Monday
  July–August: Every Sunday and Wednesday
  
• Time:
  session1　11:00a.m. -
  session2　2:00p.m. -
  session3　3:00p.m. -
  session4　4:00p.m. -
  *Up to 4 people per session.
• Plan:
  ➀Tea Ceremony
  Following an explanation of the tea ceremony, this special program offers you the opportunity to experience the act of preparing matcha yourself.Enjoy a moment to savor a cup alongside traditional Japanese sweets, immersing yourself in the spirit of the tea ceremony and Japan's aesthetic sensibility.
  
  Fee:5,000 yen (includes matcha green tea & sweets served by the tea master, service charge, and tax)
  Please Note:This traditional tea ceremony typically lasts from 30 minutes to one hour.
  Reservations request
  ②Tea Ceremony with Hands-On Tea-Making Experience
  Following an explanation of the tea ceremony, this program invites you to experience the act of preparing matcha yourself.Savor a cup alongside traditional Japanese sweets, and experience the spirit and aesthetic sensibility that live within the tea ceremony.
  
  Fee:10,000 yen (includes matcha green tea & sweets served by the tea master, tea-making by the guest, service charge, and tax)
  Please Note:
  ・If you opt for both the tea ceremony and the tea-making experience, please allow one and a half to two hours for the entire session.
  ・Hands-On Tea-Making alone is not offered.
  Reservations request
• Venue:
  Japanese Tea Ceremony Room ‘Sho-fu-an’ on the 10th floor of the Main Tower.

• Information
  ・Reservation can be made up to 2 months in advance.
  ・Payment is cash only.

▼ Feature 100 - Sho-fu-an – An In-Hotel Tea Ceremony Room That Conveys Traditional Japanese Culture