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Private visiting-style matcha ceremony
Authentic Matcha Tea Ceremony Experience in San Francisco
A private Japanese tea ceremony brought directly to your home.
How it works
How It Works
Booking your private tea ceremony is simple.
Step 2
Book Your Tea Ceremony
Click "Book Here" and choose a date that is at least 3 days from today. You can reserve for up to 6 participants.
Step 3
Share Your Details
After booking, please tell us your address in San Francisco and any special requests for your group.
Step 4
I Visit Your Home
On the day of your reservation, I will arrive at your home with authentic Japanese tea utensils and matcha.
Step 5
Enjoy the Tea Ceremony
Relax and experience a private 60-minute Japanese tea ceremony together with your family or friends.
What this experience is
A calm Japanese cultural moment, brought to your table.
This visiting-style tea ceremony experience brings the spirit of Japanese hospitality into your San Francisco home. Your host introduces matcha, tea ceremony manners, and the quiet beauty of preparing and receiving tea with care.
It is designed for beginners, small private groups, and anyone curious about Japanese culture who wants a warm and personal experience without needing a formal tea room.
Designed for
San Francisco homes, apartments, and intimate gatherings
Prepare a small table space, and the ceremony comes to you.
Guest stories
Stories From Our Guests
Real moments shared in homes across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Experience flow
From first greeting to your own bowl of matcha.
Greeting and introduction
Begin with a welcoming introduction to the meaning and mood of Japanese tea ceremony.
Matcha preparation demonstration
Watch how matcha is prepared with attention to movement, utensils, and hospitality.
Guests try making matcha
Practice whisking matcha yourself in a relaxed, beginner-friendly setting.
Learn tea ceremony manners
Discover basic etiquette for receiving, appreciating, and drinking matcha.
Enjoy a calm cultural moment
Share tea together and experience a quiet pause inspired by Japanese tradition.
Why choose us
Authentic, private, and easy to enjoy at home.
Authentic Japanese cultural experience
Learn through matcha, movement, manners, and the heart of hospitality.
Beginner-friendly
No prior tea ceremony knowledge is needed. Every step is clearly introduced.
Small private group
An intimate format for homes, gatherings, cultural learning, and special occasions.
Brought to your home
The host visits your San Francisco location, making the experience simple to arrange.
Focus on Japanese hospitality
The experience centers on care, presence, and the welcoming spirit behind tea.
Details
What to know before getting started.
- Location
- San Francisco
- Format
- Private visiting experience
- Duration
- Around 60 minutes
- Fee
- Japanese tea ceremony experience is free of charge.
- Space
- Please prepare a table space of at least 3 ft × 3 ft (about 1 m²).
- Home setup
- The host may need access to hot water and a kitchen sink to wash utensils.
About the host
Kazuki Nakajima
Secretary-General of the Japan Cultural Transmission Association
Kazuki Nakajima creates opportunities for people to engage with Japanese culture internationally. Through this tea ceremony experience, guests in San Francisco can encounter matcha, manners, and Japanese hospitality in a personal and approachable way.
Cultural credibility / association background
Guided by people dedicated to sharing Japanese culture.
This experience is led by Kazuki Nakajima, Secretary-General of the Japan Cultural Transmission Association, an organization dedicated to creating opportunities for people to encounter Japanese culture. The founding representative is a former Commissioner for Cultural Affairs. With guidance from leaders in Japanese culture, diplomacy, business, law, arts, and public service, the association works to share the spirit of Japanese tradition internationally.
Learn More About the AssociationAssociation leadership includes
- Representative Director: Nobuyuki Miyazawa
- Director: Yasuhiro Wakebayashi
- Director: Seiichi Kondo, former Commissioner for Cultural Affairs
- Director: Seiichi Mizuno
- Director: Masahiro Oda
- Director: Mitsuo Sasaki
- Director: Yoshiko Ikoma
- Auditor: Masahiko Yamada
FAQ
Common questions before you reserve.
Do I need a tea room?
No. A formal tea room is not required. A clean table space of at least 1m² is enough.
Can beginners join?
Yes. The experience is beginner-friendly and explains each step in clear English.
Do you come to my home?
Yes. This is a private visiting-style experience for customers in San Francisco.
What should I prepare?
Please prepare table space, access to hot water, and a kitchen sink if utensils need washing.
Is the tea ceremony free of charge?
Yes. The Japanese tea ceremony experience is free of charge.
How do I get started?
Use any Book Here button on this page to open the reservation page and choose your preferred time.
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Operator information
Operated by Philia Inc.
This Japanese tea ceremony experience is operated by Philia Inc., a Japan-based company led by Kazuki Nakajima. Through cultural experiences and international initiatives, we aim to create meaningful opportunities for people to encounter Japanese culture.
Kazuki Nakajima also serves as Secretary-General of the Japan Cultural Transmission Association.
Company information
- Company
- Philia Inc. (株式会社フィリア)
- Official Website
- https://philia-inc.netlify.app/
- Representative Director
- Kazuki Nakajima
- nakajima@ncta.jp
- Established
- December 3, 2025
- Association Role
- Secretary-General of the Japan Cultural Transmission Association
Contact
Contact Kazuki
Have a question about the private tea ceremony experience? Send a message and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Private matcha experience in San Francisco