The Shiba Park Hotel in Tokyo offers unique cultural experiences for its guests, integrating Japanese traditions into their stay. Noteworthy offerings include:
Kintsugi Workshop
- Overview: Guests can participate in a simplified kintsugi workshop, a technique that highlights the beauty in broken pottery by using gold lacquer to repair and transform it.
- Duration: Approximately 60 minutes.
- Cost:
- JPY 8,000 for 1 guest
- JPY 12,000 for 2 guests
- JPY 17,000 for 3 guests
- JPY 22,000 for 4 guests
- Availability: Upon request, suitable for ages 7 and up.
Table Tea Ceremony
- Overview: This complimentary program allows guests to enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets while witnessing a contemporary tea ceremony performance in a relaxing setting.
- Duration: About 45 minutes.
- Schedule: Every Thursday and the first and third Sundays of each month; times may vary.
- Cost: Free for in-house guests, limited availability.
Both experiences reflect a philosophy of cherishing moments and objects, allowing guests to appreciate Japanese culture at a leisurely pace.
For more information, visit Shiba Park Hotel’s website.