Table-style Tea Ceremony (Tsubaki-no-kai)
Enjoy matcha tea ceremony at a table with chairs — no need to sit on tatami. It’s approachable even for complete beginners. Whisking a bowl of matcha offers a quiet moment to reset, right in the middle of a busy day.
Here you’ll find everything organized by stage — from your first experience to earning a certification.
① 🍵 Start here
New to table tea ceremony? Take your easy first step and see what it’s all about.
→ Your Easy First Step into Table Tea Ceremony
② 👘 Get to know Yoko as an instructor
A look at Yoko’s journey and activities as an instructor.
③ 📚 Deepen your learning & get certified
Ready to go further? Choose the course that fits your goals.
- Certified Instructor Course — from the basics to advanced level, for those aiming to become a certified Tsubaki-no-kai instructor
- Zen Tea Ceremony Course — practice the spirit of Zen through the tea ceremony. Completing this course also qualifies you to work as a certified instructor
④ ✨ Taking it further
For those ready to expand their activities as a certified instructor, or in a way that fits their own lifestyle.
- Certified Advisor Course — recommended even if you don’t want to become a teacher, simply to share the joy of making tea with those around you
- Advanced Instructor Certification Course — for those ready to take their activities further. Please get in touch for details
📅 Upcoming Events
Find the latest on experience sessions and events here.
One last thing
You don’t need tatami, and you don’t need to own any equipment.
Just start with one easy step. Why not explore the world of table-style tea ceremony at your own pace?