Matcha Making Tokyo | Cooking Class in Japan

Few souvenirs outlast a skill, and this Tokyo cooking class distils one of Japan's most meditative crafts into an accessible, memorable session. Rated five stars by over a thousand guests on Google, the Matcha Making experience guides participants through the art of preparing matcha, whisking, timing, and tasting in a way that brings the quiet logic of the tea ceremony into sharp, satisfying focus. It suits first-time visitors and returning Japan hands equally well.

When to go

Classes run every day of the week from 10 am to 6 pm, giving you good flexibility around the rest of your Tokyo itinerary. The first session of the morning tends to feel the most unhurried; an early slot on a weekday is a natural choice if you prefer a calmer atmosphere before the city fully wakes.

“This was my first time trying matcha, and I couldn’t have asked for a better introduction. The entire experience was thoughtfully put together and thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish. As a complete beginner, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but the session was both engaging and relaxing. Our host was warm, welcoming and incredibly knowledgeable. They explained the process of matcha maki”— Ethel S, Google review