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Osaka Private Tour Tracing the Grand Master of the Tea Ceremony
Osaka Private Tour Tracing the Grand Master of the Tea Ceremony
Osaka Private Tour Tracing the Grand Master of the Tea Ceremony
Osaka Private Tour Tracing the Grand Master of the Tea Ceremony
Osaka Private Tour Tracing the Grand Master of the Tea Ceremony

Osaka Private Tour Tracing the Grand Master of the Tea Ceremony

By DeepExperience
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 15,623 and current price is P 9,373 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Overview

Follow the footsteps of Sen no Rikyu, the grand master who perfected the Way of Tea. Born in Sakai, he revolutionized tea culture with his wabi-sabi philosophy.

Visit the site of his former residence and explore exhibits at Sakai Risho no Mori. Experience an authentic Seated Tea Ceremony (Ritsurei Chakai). Enjoy Kurumi Mochi, a local specialty.

Then, visit Nanshu-ji Temple, where Rikyu trained. Discover the deep connection between tea, Zen, and Japanese culture.

Activity location

  • Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko
    • 1 1
    • 590-0958, Sakai, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko
    • 1 1
    • 590-0958, Sakai, Osaka, Japan

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Osaka Private Tour Tracing the Grand Master of the Tea Ceremony
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 15,622.24
P 9,373.34 x 1 AdultP 9,373.34
Total
The previous price was P 15,622.24 and current price is P 9,373.34
40% off
Until Wed, Mar 12

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdditional Order of Wagashi (Includes 1 Piece at Retail Price)

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Sakai Risho no Mori honors Sen no Rikyu, the tea master who shaped the Way of Tea, and Akiko Yosano, a celebrated poet. Explore Rikyu’s legacy through exhibits on tea culture, visit Yosano’s memorial museum, and enjoy a Seated Tea Ceremony (Ritsurei Chakai), experiencing Japan’s refined tea traditions firsthand.
Kanbukuro
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
At Kurumi Mochi Kanbukuro, savor the unique Kurumi Mochi, a chewy rice cake covered in a rich, sweet soybean-based sauce. Enjoy it in the cozy shop, paired with their special shaved ice, perfect for a refreshing treat. A must-visit spot for traditional sweets in Sakai!
Nanshu-ji Temple
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Nanshu-ji Temple is deeply connected to Sen no Rikyu, the grand master who perfected the Way of Tea. This Zen temple was where Rikyu trained in tea ceremony and aesthetics, shaping Japan’s tea culture. Its historic tea rooms and dry landscape garden, designed in the spirit of wabi-sabi, reflect the core philosophy of tea. Visitors can explore the harmony between Zen and tea, experiencing the serene atmosphere that inspired Rikyu’s teachings.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko
    • 1 1
    • 590-0958, Sakai, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko
    • 1 1
    • 590-0958, Sakai, Osaka, Japan

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