How to apply for general groups
Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko accepts reservations for groups of 10 or more.
■ Reservation acceptance period
Applications will be accepted from the first day of the month 6 months prior to the planned date. (Example: October 20th → Applications will be accepted from April 1st)
Please note that applications will be accepted from January 4th only.
■ Application process
tentative reservation | Please make a tentative reservation for your dates by clicking "Apply for group use" below. |
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Pre-adjustment | After checking availability, our staff will contact you. We will continue to check and adjust the implementation accordingly. |
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Book reservation | The details of the day will be confirmed by the end of the month 1 month prior. |
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Number of people confirmed | If you wish to change the number of people, please notify us at least 1 week in advance. |
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When you didn't tell about the cancellation on the day | We look forward to your visit. |
Please refer to the information below to select a group based on the number of visitors and length of stay. Group reservations are accepted for groups of 10 or more.
Standing tea ceremony
Ryurei is a style of tea ceremony performed while sitting on a chair, and was devised to allow people who find it difficult to sit in seiza and people from overseas to enjoy the tea ceremony.
In this experience, you can enjoy matcha green tea and Sakai's wagashi (fresh sweets) in a relaxed atmosphere, seated in a chair, while being taught the techniques of Omotesenke, Urasenke, and Mushakojisenke.
Ryurei tea ceremony start time | ||||||||||||
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10:00 | 10:30 | 11:00 | 11:30 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 13:30 | 14:00 | 14:30 | 15:00 | 15:30 | 16:00 | 16:40 |
*On opening days, the museum opens at the times listed above, with the first opening at 10:00am every day.
* For 1 section, reservations are limited to a maximum of 25 people. The experience lasts approximately 20 minutes.
* For 1 section, reservations are limited to a maximum of 25 people. The experience lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Ryurei Tea Ceremony Experience Fee | Per person for groups (10 or more people) |
Adults (including university students) | 640 yen |
A high school student | 560 yen |
Junior high school and younger | 480 yen |
*Please note that applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and we will not be able to accept applications once the capacity has been reached.
*On the day of the event, please purchase tickets for the number of people you have booked and come to the entrance to the tea ceremony room 5 minutes before the start time.
*If you have any food allergies, please let us know in advance.
*On the day of the event, please purchase tickets for the number of people you have booked and come to the entrance to the tea ceremony room 5 minutes before the start time.
*If you have any food allergies, please let us know in advance.
Tea ceremony experience in a tea room
It is an authentic tea room, so even first-time visitors can enjoy it.
Under the guidance of the three Sen schools of tea ceremony, you will learn about nijiri, seiza, floor appreciation, sweets and tea.
Under the guidance of the three Sen schools of tea ceremony, you will learn about nijiri, seiza, floor appreciation, sweets and tea.
Not only can you experience the proper etiquette for the tea ceremony, such as how to receive tea, but you can also try it yourself.
can make tea.
*Please wear socks in the tea room.
*If you have any food allergies, please let us know in advance.
*Please wear socks in the tea room.
*If you have any food allergies, please let us know in advance.
Tea ceremony experience in a tea room Start time | 10:00 | 11:30 | 13:00 | 14:30 | 16:00 |
*For 1 there are 5 sessions, and for 1 session maximum 30 people.
Experience fee | Per person for groups (10 or more people) |
Adults (including university students) | 1,000 yen |
A high school student | 900 yen |
Junior high school and younger | 800 yen |
*Reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Permanent exhibition
Learn about the history and culture of Sakai through viewing exhibits that touch upon the city's history and culture.
Please visit either the Sen no Rikyu Tea Ceremony Hall or the Yosano Akiko Memorial Museum, or both, located within the Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko facilities.
At the Sen no Rikyu Tea Ceremony Museum, you can see images and audio introducing people connected to Rikyu and the city of Sakai, as well as see exhibits such as "Sakai as seen in the Sumiyoshi Festival Screen," "The world-famous remains of the Sakai moated city," and "Concepts of tea rooms (floor area)."
At the Yosano Akiko Memorial Museum, you can experience the world of Akiko's poetry through video and audio.
The poetry is changed with the seasons, spring, summer, autumn and winter, and visitors can also see the bindings of Akiko's books, a recreation of the study where she wrote, and the lives and achievements of Akiko and Hiroshi, who were teacher, student, comrade, and husband and wife.
The admission fee below includes admission to both the Sen no Rikyu Tea Ceremony Museum and the Yosano Akiko Memorial Museum.
Fee for viewing | Per person for groups (10 or more people) |
Adults (including university students) | 240 yen |
A high school student | 160 yen |
Junior high school and younger | Free |
Scheduled Exhibit
Special exhibitions are held at certain times of the year, so please consider your visit period.
Please note that admission fees vary depending on the exhibition.
*Please see below for details such as event schedule.
Please note that admission fees vary depending on the exhibition.
*Please see below for details such as event schedule.
Rental space
There are rental spaces such as lecture rooms that can accommodate up to 60 people (when chairs are only arranged).They can be used for a variety of purposes, such as lunch and break spaces, meetings and conferences.
* After use, please return the desks, chairs, and other equipment to their original state.
* Please treat the building, facilities, equipment, and fixtures with care.
In the event of damage or loss, you will be responsible for the costs.
Usage Fees | Morning (10:00-12:00) | Afternoon (13:00-18:00) | All day (10:00-18:00) |
All rooms used: 55.36㎡ | 3,240 yen | 6,480 yen | 8,640 yen |
Half room use 27.10㎡ | 1,620 yen | 3,240 yen | 4,320 yen |
Bus parking also available
There is a 24-hour parking lot on site that can accommodate 103 standard cars (one wheelchair parking space and 1 shared parking space) and 5 tourist buses.
Bus parking: 1 day 1,000 yen
*Reservation required. Available hours: 9:00-18:00 (maximum of 2 hours per visit)
*Please pay at the bus parking payment machine before leaving the parking lot.
(For details, please check the information signs installed in the bus parking lot.)
Pre-order Honke Kojima (mustard rice cakes and cinnamon)
We accept advance orders for Honke Kojima (mustard rice cakes and nikki).
Founded in 1532 as Kashiya Kichiemon, this long-established confectionery shop in Sakai has been preserving its traditional flavor for 4 centuries.
This is a traditional confectionery beloved by Sen no Rikyu, brought to the modern era. The shop will close once it has sold out, so please make a special reservation in advance.
This is a traditional confectionery beloved by Sen no Rikyu, brought to the modern era. The shop will close once it has sold out, so please make a special reservation in advance.
Please try the traditional taste.
[Regarding other inquiries]
Details regarding use will be confirmed through communication between staff after tentative reservation.
If you have any other questions, please contact us in advance.Click HereYou can also inquire.
Details regarding use will be confirmed through communication between staff after tentative reservation.
If you have any other questions, please contact us in advance.Click HereYou can also inquire.