Overview
A one-on-one course for certified instructors of the Tsubaki-no-kai table-style tea ceremony who want to take the next step. Together, we’ll work on building your student base, refining your otemae, hosting tea gatherings with confidence, and connecting with your own students.
Eligibility: Open to certified instructors.
*Completion of the Certified Instructor Course (including basic otemae) is a prerequisite.
Does this sound like you?
- 📱 Not sure where to start with social media
- 🍵 Limited chances to practice otemae, so confidence is lacking
- 💬 Unsure how to approach potential students
- 😟 A little worried about whether you’re teaching correctly
- 🤔 Not sure what to do first
What you’ll learn
Six steps, at a pace that works for you.
| Step | Content |
|---|---|
| 1. Skill development | Deepen your understanding of otemae and the tea ceremony as a whole, through one-on-one instruction |
| 2. Defining your audience | Identify your ideal students and shape your messaging direction |
| 3. Building your social media presence | Set up your channels using content templates (including writing tips) |
| 4. Putting it into practice | Practical steps for attracting students via social media (including using a business LINE account) |
| 5. Guiding students forward | How to naturally introduce students from a tea gathering to the Certified Instructor Course |
| 6. Supporting your students | Methods for guiding your own students over the long term |
Support
You won’t be doing this alone — here’s how we’ll stay connected.
- 💬 Unlimited questions via LINE/chat, available 24 hours, with replies generally within 24 hours
- 📅 One-on-one ZOOM meetings with Yoko Kinoshita (twice a month)
- 👥 Group meetings exclusively for advanced instructors, twice a month (online participation available)
→ Four meeting opportunities per month in total (one-on-one and group combined) - 💻 Support with smartphone and computer basics
- 📲 A group LINE chat exclusively for advanced instructors, for sharing and connecting
- 💼 Once certified, you may also introduce and sell this course to your own students
Yoko’s strengths
A few things from my own background that I’d love to bring into this course.
- 🎧 Practice scripts and audio recordings for otemae in Japanese, English, German, and French
- 💻 Guidance on building websites for businesses
- 💼 13 years of experience as a program manager at Japanese, American, and Indian companies, and as an engineering manager in the IT industry — plus over 20 years running a sushi business in Switzerland, all put to work for you (Corporate Services / Sushi Catering)
- 🎤 Countless presentations in English and German to audiences of over 200 people — I’ll also help you put your own presentations together
Course Fee
Advanced Instructor Certification Course: 400,000 yen (tax included)
Individual support fee: 30,000 yen/month (tax included)
Payment: lump-sum cash payment or installments by credit card
*Please contact us if you would like to discuss installment options.
There’s no set time limit — take the time you need to feel truly confident.
FAQ
A few questions we hear often.
Q. Will I really see results?
A. Results depend on applying what you learn and staying consistent, but with genuine effort, this course will lead to real results.
Q. I’m not confident with social media — is that okay?
A. That’s completely fine. Templates and guides are provided so that even beginners can put this into practice.
Q. I don’t have much free time — is that okay?
A. No need to worry. Worksheets and guides are designed so that even busy people can make progress.
Q. Can I take this course if I live outside the region or abroad?
A. Yes, that’s no problem. Since support is mainly provided online, you can take this course from anywhere in the world. If you would like in-person guidance, please get in touch.
One last thing
If you’ve read this far, chances are you’re not looking to stay exactly where you are.
If you’re ready for a change, let’s take it one step at a time — together.