5-Hour Cultural Food Experience in Sakai with Tea and Wagashi

5 Hours Duration

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About This Tour

Indulge in the authentic cuisine of Cafe Lapin, then experience a traditional tea ceremony at The Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko. Learn about the legacy of Sen...

Duration: 5 Hours · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: Yes · Cities: Osaka, Sakai · Languages: English, Japanese

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What's Included

Lunch
Instruction fees
Material costs
Facility fees

Not Included

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).

Itinerary

1

Day 01

Lunch at Cafe Lapin

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.
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Day 02

Tea Ceremony at The Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko

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.
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Day 03

Wagashi Making with a Renowned Artisan

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.
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Day 04

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.