Discovering the Unique Tapestry of Japan's Rich Culture and Food Travel

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Highlights

Learn about the historical tea ceremony and enjoy matcha under the guidance of a professional instructor

Join a world-renowned wagashi artisan to create traditional Japanese sweets.

Create a traditional Japanese craft known as tsumami-zaiku.

Sakai

cultural, historical, Cooking

Group Tour

5 Hours

Easy

English, Japanese

Description

Indulge yourself into the authentic cuisines of Cafe Lapin. You will then experience the most amazing Tea Ceremony at The Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko. Discover the art of making the famous Japanese sweet Wagashi. You will also have the opportunity to participate in a Tsumami-zaiku crafting experience.

Itinerary

Lunch at Japanese Cafe
- First, we will have lunch at Cafe Lapin on Yamanokuchi Shopping Street.
- You can enjoy a leisurely and delicious meal in the retro and serene Japanese-style interior.
Tea Ceremony Experience
- About a 10-minute walk from Cafe Lapin, you'll find The Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko.
- This museum is dedicated to the legacy of Sen no Rikyu, the grand tea master who greatly influenced the Japanese tea ceremony.
- Here, you will learn the etiquette and techniques of tea preparation from a tea master and have the opportunity to make tea yourself.
Wagashi Making Experience
- We will then return to Cafe Lapin for a hands-on Japanese sweets (wagashi)-making experience.
Each participant will create two pieces and enjoy tasting them. The instructor is the third-generation owner of a renowned wagashi shop in Sakai, and he will personally guide you through the process. His expertise, recognized internationally, beautifully captures the changing seasons through the art of wagashi.
Tsumami-Zaiku Crafting Experience
- At Cafe Lapin, you will also have the opportunity to participate in a Tsumami-zaiku crafting experience.
- You will carefully pinch and fold small pieces of fabric using tweezers to create delicate flowers.
- Tsumami-zaiku is a traditional Japanese craft that involves making intricate designs, often used in hair accessories or decorations.
  - Once you complete your piece, you can take it home as a hair ornament, headband, or brooch.

What's Included

Lunch

Instruction fees

Material costs

Facility fees

What's Excluded

Travel expenses to the location

Kimono rental is available as an optional extra (please note that the meeting time will be earlier for those who choose this option).

Know Before You Go

Information about facilities and amenities: Cafe Lapin does not have facilities for infants, such as baby chairs, beds, or diaper changing stations. Please also note that the restroom is not accessible to people with disabilities. The restroom at The Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko is more accommodating for such needs, but you will only be there during the tea ceremony.

Duration of the experience: The entire experience, from lunch to the end of the activities, is expected to take around 5 hours. However, the schedule may vary, so we kindly ask that you allow some flexibility in your plans.

Travel and access information: Cafe Lapin is a 3-minute walk from Oshoji Station on the Hankai Tramway and a 5-minute walk from Shukuin Station on the Hankai Line. We will meet you at the station. During the experience, we will walk to The Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko for the tea ceremony.

Dress code and what to bring: There are no specific dress requirements. As it is a long experience, bringing drinks is recommended, though they can also be purchased at the cafe. Since it will be a fun experience, don't forget to bring your camera!

Notes for participants with children: Children around 6 years old can participate on their own (at the same price as adults). You are welcome to bring younger children, but please note that we do not offer childcare services during the activities. We recommend bringing toys or activities to keep them entertained.

Weather-related information: There will be a short walk from the cafe to The Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko. While part of the shopping street is covered, you will need to cross an uncovered street at a traffic light. If it is raining, you will need an umbrella.

Booking and cancellation policy: To secure the instructors' schedules, we appreciate if you can book 1 to 2 weeks in advance. For cancellations, you will receive a full refund if canceled 3 days before the experience, 50% the day before, and 100% on the day of the experience.

Meal information: The lunch at Cafe Lapin is a daily special. If you have any allergies or preferences, we will do our best to accommodate them, so please let us know in advance. However, please understand that we may not be able to fulfil all requests.

Language support: An English-speaking guide will accompany the experience. If you require a guide in another language, we can try to arrange one, so please consult with us in advance. However, we may not always be able to meet your request, so we appreciate your understanding.

What To Bring

Drinks, if needed, during the activity

A handkerchief or towel for wiping hands

Comfortable shoes for walking, as it’s about a 10-minute walk to the museum (the path is flat and concrete, so sandals are also fine).

Meeting Point

日本、大阪府堺市堺区市之町西１丁１大小路駅

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -

Refund of 50% of the tour price.

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1 to 7	/person
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1 to 8	/person
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Wagashi Making Experience

Tsumami-Zaiku Crafting Experience

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Itinerary

Lunch at Japanese Cafe

Tea Ceremony Experience

Wagashi Making Experience

Tsumami-Zaiku Crafting Experience

What's Included

What's Excluded

Know Before You Go

What To Bring

Meeting Point

Cancellation Policy

Price

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