Have you had a strong interest in tea and would like to learn more about Japanese tea? The Japanese Tea Foundation Course may be just what you are looking for!
Held in various locations around the world and provided in local languages the tea course aims to help you sharpen your tea knowledge and gain practical skills with Japanese tea.
A one-day tea course covers a wide variety of topics including Japanese tea history, tea production, different tea kinds and brewing methods. You will also be able to learn how to prepare several Japanese teas, such as Gyokuro, Sencha, Matcha, Hojicha, etc.; and understand how to store them properly.
Participation in this tea course will help you build a solid foundation on Japanese tea, that will bring more confidence when engaging with tea in various ways. Together let’s take your tea passion to the next level!
Course Topics
- Japanese Tea History
- Japanese Tea Farming and Processing
- Japanese Tea Kinds:
- Gyokuro
- Sencha
- Matcha
- Hojicha
- Genmaicha
- Tea Components and Health Benefits
- Japanese Tea Brewing and Tasting
- Japanese Tea Storing
Course Duration & Dates
The course takes 1 day and is held between 10:00-18:00(including a lunch break). For available dates please check each location.
Group Size
To ensure personable learning and attentive delivery of the tea course is normally available up to 10 people.
Course Language
The courses are held in English or the local language of each location. For details please check each location.
Course Fee
To see the course fee in the relevant currency, please check the course locations. The fee covers course content and study materials. Participants will also be provided a certificate upon a successful completion of the course.
Cancellation Policy
- More than 2 weeks prior to the course start date: full refund (excluding transaction fees)
- Less than 2 weeks but more than 1 weeks prior to the course start date: 50% refund
- Less than 1 week prior to the course start date: no refund
Course Location
We aim to offer Japanese Tea Foundation Courses in every major city. Currently tea courses are available in the locations below and online. To book your place, please visit the location page.
Online |
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The Netherlands, The Hague |
Japan, Kyoto |
Spain, Madrid |
| 5th & 30th September 2020 | March 2020 | October 2019 |
| Language: Dutch | Language: English | Language: Spanish |
If you have any questions please contact us at info@gjtea.org