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Immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture through the refined art of tea and pottery in Mikawachi, Sasebo. This experience includes a guided tea ceremony using your chosen handmade matcha bowl, a gourmet Japanese lunch in elegant jubako boxes, and a cultural walk through the charming ceramic town of Mikawachi Sarayama.
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- Participate in an authentic Urasenke-style tea ceremony using your selected matcha bowl
- Take home a handcrafted matcha bowl made by the 16th-generation Mikawachi pottery master
- Savor a premium Japanese lunch served in a beautifully crafted jubako stacked box
- Learn the history and craftsmanship of Mikawachi ware from a renowned pottery family
- Explore the traditional pottery town of Mikawachi Sarayama with a local expert guide
Full description
Discover the artistry and hospitality of the Urasenke tea ceremony in the renowned pottery town of Mikawachi, located in Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture. Begin your experience by choosing your favorite matcha bowl—each a unique, handcrafted piece by the 16th-generation Gassen Pottery.
With your chosen bowl, take part in a traditional Urasenke-style tea ceremony, a graceful practice that embodies Japanese refinement and hospitality. Following the ceremony, the matcha bowl is yours to take home as a keepsake of this personal and cultural moment.
Next, enjoy a premium lunch of authentic Japanese cuisine served in a jubako stacked lunch box made of Mikawachi ware. The beautifully presented dishes reflect the aesthetics and seasonality of traditional Japanese cooking. If you have dietary concerns or do not prefer Japanese food, you can inform the host in advance.
After lunch, take a guided walk through Mikawachi Sarayama, where you’ll learn more about the town’s centuries-old porcelain craftsmanship and rich history. The local pottery scene is renowned across Japan for its delicate white porcelain and intricate blue designs.
This 3.5-hour immersive experience is led by a member of the Gassen family, offering a rare insight into the living traditions of Japanese ceramics and hospitality.
Itinerary
Starting location:
Kasengama Pottery, Sasebo
- Welcome and matcha bowl selection
- Urasenke tea ceremony with your selected bowl
- Premium Japanese lunch in a jubako box
- Guided walk and cultural tour of Mikawachi Sarayama
- Optional shopping or additional activities (may incur extra cost)
Total Duration: Approx. 3.5–4 hours
Pricing
From ¥55,000 per person
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Includes
- Matcha bowl to take home
- Urasenke tea ceremony experience
- Lunch with authentic Japanese cuisine
- Guided walk around Mikawachi Sarayama
- Instruction by the 16th-generation Gassen Pottery master
Meeting point
Kasengama Pottery
685-1 Mikawachicho, Sasebo, Nagasaki 859-3155, Japan
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
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