Cha Zen Ichimi (茶禅一味) – "Zen and Tea are One" describes the close connection between Japanese tea culture and Zen Buddhism.

During this premium matcha tasting at the Shinkoko Teahouse in Vienna, ordained Sōtō Zen priests Shinko and/or Koryu will guide you through the world of matcha and Zen.

You will taste 4-6 selected premium matchas from Japan, accompanied by homemade mochi of your choice and 2 additional beverages. You will learn more about matcha, its traditional preparation, and its centuries-old connection to Zen.

The Zen monk Eisai (1141–1215) played an important role in the spread of tea drinking in Japan. Later Japanese tea culture was also strongly influenced by Zen.

Booking

Please book your appointment using the "Book now" scheduling tool.

Alternatively, by phone or email.

Booking for 2 people or more.
For groups of 6 people or more, please contact us in advance.

Price: 40 € per person.

After the tasting, you will receive 15% off your purchase.

Would you like to give this experience as a gift? Here you'll find the gift voucher.

Note

During this tasting, several matchas and thus larger quantities of caffeine will be consumed. In case of intolerances or special requests, please contact us in advance.

Directions

Shinkoko Teahouse
Jakob-Stainer-Gasse 17
1130 Vienna

Public transport:
Speising/Hermesstraße – Tram 60/62, Bus 56A/56B
Wien Speising – S80

Car: Free parking directly in front of the house