Matcha & Ceramic Painting Workshop

Victoria, Australia, Melbourne

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Discover the traditions of Japanese matcha in Melbourne with a guided workshop. Learn how to prepare matcha, then paint a ceramic mug or bowl to take home as a unique souvenir.

Highlights

  • Discover the traditions and history of Japanese matcha in Melbourne
  • Learn how to prepare your own matcha with a guided introduction
  • Choose between a ceramic mug or matcha bowl to paint and take home
  • Enjoy a relaxing, beginner-friendly creative experience with guidance
  • Take your finished artwork home with you as a unique souvenir

Description

Slow down and get creative in Melbourne with a calming workshop that pairs Japanese matcha with ceramic painting.

Start with a guided introduction to matcha, learning what it is, where it comes from, and how it has been enjoyed in Japanese culture over time. Then, learn the basics of preparing matcha and make your own bowl, taking a peaceful moment to enjoy the experience.

Next, move into the creative portion of the session. Choose a ceramic mug or a matcha bowl (subject to availability) and bring it to life with your own design. You'll have all the materials you need, plus guided instruction and friendly support throughout, making it easy to follow along even if you've never painted ceramics before.

This workshop is designed to be relaxed and beginner-friendly, ideal for solo travelers, couples, friends, and small creative groups. At the end, leave with your finished painted ceramic piece to take home as a meaningful souvenir from your time in Melbourne.

Includes

  • Japanese matcha experience
  • Guided introduction to matcha, including its origins and history
  • Matcha preparation experience
  • Choice of ceramic mug or matcha bowl to paint
  • All ceramic painting materials
  • Guided painting instruction and support
  • Finished ceramic piece to take home

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Any personal expenses

Important Information

  • No previous painting or matcha-making experience required
  • Beginner-friendly experience
  • Suitable for solo travelers, couples, friends, and creative group activities
  • Matcha experience is vegan-friendly
  • Guests may choose between a ceramic mug or matcha bowl, subject to availability

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The workshop includes a guided introduction to Japanese matcha, learning how to prepare it, and painting either a ceramic mug or matcha bowl to take home.

The workshop is held at a dedicated venue in Melbourne, designed for a calm and creative experience focused on matcha and ceramic painting.

The typical duration is around 90 minutes to 2 hours, but check the website for current session times.

Yes, the workshop is beginner-friendly with step-by-step guidance for both matcha preparation and ceramic painting.

Yes, you can take home the ceramic mug or matcha bowl that you paint during the workshop as a unique souvenir.

Yes, the workshop can accommodate small groups, making it ideal for friends or family looking for a creative activity together.

Wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a little paint on, as painting ceramics is part of the experience.

No prior experience is needed; just arrive ready to learn about matcha and enjoy painting ceramics in a relaxed setting.

Yes, bookings can be made online, and it’s recommended to reserve your spot in advance due to limited availability.

Most workshops welcome participants aged 12 and up, but check the specific listing for the venue's age policy.

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