The “Matcha Tea Experience Tour” at the Westin Hotel Yokohama is attracting attention as a tourism experience program approved by Kanagawa Prefecture. The tour offers tourists and locals alike a special opportunity to experience the beauty of Japan through the traditional Japanese culture of matcha tea.
Tour Highlights
1. held at the prestigious Westin Hotel Yokohama
The Westin Hotel Yokohama, the venue of this tour, is a special space that combines modern sophistication and serene Japanese beauty.
The matcha session is the perfect opportunity to experience Japanese culture while relaxing from the fatigue of travel. 2.
2. workshops to learn about the history and charm of matcha
Explanations on the history and cultural background of matcha tea
Hands-on experience of how to handle tea utensils and how to make matcha
The content of the workshops can be enjoyed even by beginners. 3.
3. a modern way to enjoy matcha combined with wellness
The program not only allows participants to experience the beauty of traditional matcha, but also to learn how to incorporate matcha into their modern lifestyles.
You will also be able to taste and sample arranged menus such as matcha lattes and sweets, giving you hints on how to enjoy matcha on a daily basis.
Tour Outline
Period: Every weekend and national holidays (check the official website for details)
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
Fee: ¥8,000 (includes matcha experience, tasting, and souvenir)
Participants: Tourists from Japan and abroad, anyone interested in Japanese culture
Access to the venue: The Westin Hotel Yokohama
Venue: The Westin Hotel Yokohama (Minatomirai area, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture)
Access: 5-minute walk from Minatomirai Station on the Minatomirai Line
Summary
The Westin Yokohama’s “Matcha Experience Tour” is a luxurious program that allows you to experience a fusion of traditional culture and modern wellness. It will be an opportunity for tourists and locals alike to discover new matcha charms.
We hope you will experience this special time with us!