Things to do in Setagaya, Kanto: The Best Lessons & Workshops

We at Mat-Cha-Doh provide Japanese cultural experiences in Tokyo centered around Cha-do, the way of tea, said to be the epitome of Japanese culture. We focus on Matcha (ground green tea), the main item of Cha-do, and its amazing powers. We offer information on a Matcha-energized healthy life through our blogs, online shop, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

There are two techniques that are taught during the lesson. First, is to strengthen the passaggio. This is where the voice begins to crack, the place where the voice begins to encounter difficulty. Learning to strengthen this muscle will connect the flow in the voice, while extending the range high and low. Second, is learning to use the body to power and support the voice.

The purpose of our service is to offer the authentic Kyudo experience with learning the history behind it. 30 min : Wear Hakama 10 min : Lecture about Kyudo 60 min : Experience authentic Kyudo 20 min : Change your clothes / chant with the Master

Ikebana school.

Experience Japanese culture at our remote, secluded salon. We're about a 4-minute walk from the Odakyu Line's Kyodo Station, in a corner of the Setagaya upper-class residential area. When it comes to Japanese culture and traditions, people tend to think of difficult rules and manners that must be strictly adhered to. But our shop breaks down such thick barriers, providing simple yet authentic experience courses. Traditional activities are presented in a way for everyone to enjoy, including 5-minute kokedama (decorative moss balls), shohin bonsai (extra-small miniature potted trees), Japanese perfume with your favorite aroma, tea table ceremony, and flower arrangement without using fresh flowers. You can also experience creating a maneki-neko (beckoning cat statue) with kutani-yaki porcelain, similar to those found at nearby Gotoku-ji temple (15-minute walk) famous for maneki-neko. Getting to know our plants through the five senses allows you to feel the heart of Japan.

Japanese Calligraphy Class for Tourists - You can learn “What is Japanese calligraphy?”, “What instruments will be used?” thru lecture. Then you will experience grinding inkstick over inkstone by yourself and writing letters by a brush. Your own original stone stamp will be offered as souvenir. 5 or more people, Ginza class will be available. Please check our website now!