Bringing the Spirit of Tea Ceremony into the Business World
Experience a unique form of corporate training and team building through the Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto.
Rooted in the values of hospitality, refined movements, and thoughtful consideration for others, business-oriented tea ceremony offers timeless wisdom that resonates with today’s business practices.
Ideal for international conferences, executive retreats, and intercultural training, this program helps participants gain deeper awareness of respect and mindfulness — essential elements in global business settings.
A Training Ground for Empathy and Mutual Respect
The tea ceremony is more than a tradition—it’s a dialogue without words, where both host and guest share a space with mutual respect and awareness.
Every movement is intentional and thoughtful, reflecting a mindset of humility and attentiveness.
Through this experiential tea ceremony training, participants develop skills crucial for business: empathy, trust-building, and refined communication.
Especially effective for intercultural teams, this program is also valued as a cross-cultural leadership and team-building experience.
Uncovering the Connection Between Tea Ceremony and Business
Why did samurai and merchants in the past dedicate time to the tea ceremony, even in the midst of high-stakes decisions?
And why do today’s global business leaders turn to this ancient practice for inspiration?
In this program, you’ll go beyond formality to explore the deeper meaning of business tea ceremony through guided, hands-on experience.
Discover how the stillness and mindfulness cultivated in the tea room can offer clarity, insight, and fresh perspective in today’s complex business environment.
Use Cases
- A Japanese cultural experience for international employees or overseas guests
- Team-building activity to foster stronger group cohesion
- Corporate training program with a focus on mindfulness and presence
- Cultural recreation following international conferences or business tours
Program Overview (Customizable)
This program includes a lecture on how the principles of the Japanese tea ceremony can be applied to business, as well as hands-on team-building activities based on tea ceremony practices.
The content can be customized according to your training goals, team size, or focus areas.
- Duration: Approx. 90–120 minutes
- Group Size: 6–20 participants (flexible depending on needs)
- Languages: Japanese / English available
- Venue: Tea rooms or traditional spaces in Kyoto (on-site delivery to offices or designated venues also available)
- Optional Add-ons:
Japanese sweets-making, zazen meditation, interactive feedback session, dialogue with the instructor, and more
Inquiries & Estimates
We will propose the most suitable plan tailored to your needs.
Please feel free to contact us with your preferred date, purpose of the training, and budget.