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Osaka: Birthplace of the Tea Ceremony Guided Tour in Sakai

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  • Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko (Risho no Mori)
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    • 590-0958, Sakai, Osaka, Japan

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  • Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko (Risho no Mori)
    • 1 1
    • 590-0958, Sakai, Osaka, Japan

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  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Fees and Taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Additional Order of Wagashi (Includes 1 Piece at Retail Price)

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

What you can expect

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 speciality.

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

Activity itinerary

Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko (Risho no Mori)

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Sakai Risho no Mori honours 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 first-hand.

Kanbukuro

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
At Kurumi Mochi Kanbukuro, savour the unique Kurumi Mochi, a chewy rice cake covered in a rich, sweet soybean-based sauce. Enjoy it in the cosy 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.

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Activity location

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    Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko (Risho no Mori)
    • 1 1
    • 590-0958, Sakai, Osaka, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko (Risho no Mori)
    • 1 1
    • 590-0958, Sakai, Osaka, Japan