Enjoy a blissful Matcha Affogato experience at the serene "Ritsureiseki" tea house within Kokura Castle Garden. This unique dessert, a harmonious blend of rich matcha and smooth ice cream, delivers an authentic taste of Japanese culture.
To enhance your visit, you'll also have the opportunity to wear traditional Japanese attire – a beautiful uchikake for women and a jinbaori for men – and take memorable photos with your own device in the elegant classic Japanese-style room
This package includes admission to both Kokura Castle Garden and Kokura Castle .
After your experience, you are free to explore these historic sites at your leisure.
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The Highlight
【Unique Cultural Fusion】 Experience a blend of traditional Japanese tea and modern dessert culture with our signature Matcha Affogato.
【Historical Experience】 Enjoy your dessert in the beautifully restored Edo-period garden of Kokura Castle, immersing yourself in centuries of Japanese history.
【Seasonal Beauty】 Experience the changing beauty of the garden throughout the year, from vibrant autumn foliage to cherry blossoms in spring.
The Experience
【Availability】 Weekdays only (Monday to Friday)
【Time Slots】 45-minute sessions (60 minutes total with preparation) Two slots at 13:00 Two slots at 14:00
【Capacity】 2 seats per session, accommodating up to 4 guests total
【Experience Highlights】
- Savor our signature Matcha Affogato - a fusion dessert featuring premium matcha green tea poured over creamy gelato
- Enjoy the serene atmosphere of the beautifully restored Edo-period garden
- Located just 15 minutes from Kokura Station, it's an easy addition to your Kitakyushu itinerary.
【Exclusive Bonuses】
- Uchikake(female) or Jimbaori(male) Wearing Experience: Enhance your experience and create stunning photo opportunities
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guide On-site
- Japanese
Itinerary
- Include: Afternoon Tea
- Please come to the reception desk at Kokura Castle Garden before your reserved time.
- Please select the color of Uchikake or Jinbaori.
- Enjoy taking pictures with your own camera.(10min-20min)
- Please enjoy matcha affogato by pouring the matcha you prepared yourself.
- After the event, please feel free to explore the Kokura Castle Garden and Kokura Castle at your leisure.
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please print and show your voucher at the designated location.
Purchase Notice
- No transportation or interpreter guide services provided.
- This activity include admission fee of Kokura Castle Garden and Kokura Castle.
- Please choose a starting time from 13:00 or 14:00.
- Reservations are required and subject to availability.
- Regarding reservations, due to the size of the uchikake (bridal kimono) and jinbaori (samurai vest), only adults (18 years and older) can participate. If your companions include children, please consult with us.
Important Booking Information
- Please come to Kokura Castle Garden at least 10 minutes before your reservation time.
- Please print out the voucher to enter the garden and join the experience.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 8 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 4 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel during 1 ~ 3 day(s) of departure, will charge 50%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)
