Outdoor Tea Ceremony in English
Would you like to experience a traditional Japanese outdoor tea ceremony using an English interpreter?
Enjoy tea and seasonal Japanese sweets in the beautiful garden of the Former Kosaka Family Residence.
There will also be a tour of the residence.
Date and Time
May 18th, Saturday 13:00-15:00 (The reception will begin at 12:30)
Venue／Meeting Place
Seta 4-chome Former Kosaka Green Space (4-41-21 Seta, Setagaya-ku, Former Kosaka Family Residence) Map
※Notice: In the case of rain, the tea ceremony will be held in the tea room. Please bring clean white socks as it is customary.
Access
The nearest station is Futako-tamagawa on Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line or Oimachi Line.
From Futako-tamagawa station, take the Tokyu Bus to Tamagawa Byouin. It will be a 1 minute walk.
If you choose to travel on foot from Futako-tamagawa station, it will be a 20 minute walk.
Instructor
Yuriko Kawabe, Professor of Omotesenke way of tea
Eligibility
Foreign residents above elementary school age who live, work, or attend school in Setagaya City.
Children of elementary school age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Admission for preschoolers is not possible.
Language
Simple Japanese, English
Capacity
The first 20 people who apply
Fee
500 yen per person. Pay in cash at the venue during the reception.
How to apply
Please apply through the online application form.
Inquiry
If you have any inquiries, please contact Setagaya Intercultural Center by clicking here.
Sponsor
The City of Setagaya
Setagaya Trust & Community Design
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