The way of tea

Demonstration

Various dates
Sponsored by
Mitsubishi Corporation

Teahouse in Room 92, presented by the Urasenke Tea Foundation of Kyoto in 1990.

Event information

Various dates

Times:
14.00–14.30
15.00–15.30

Rooms 92–94

Free, just drop in

A free demonstration of a Japanese tea ceremony, given by members of the Urasenke Foundation London Branch.

The demonstration in Room 92: Japan (The Mitsubishi Corporation Japanese Galleries) will be accompanied by a brief explanation of the history of tea drinking and gathering in Japan (this will be in English).

To attend this event

You're advised to book a free timed ticket (Opens in new window) for Museum entry to receive key information and updates before your visit and priority entry during busy periods. The Main entrance is on Great Russell Street. Your timed ticket also allows you to explore the permanent collection. See the Visit page for more information.

Please note spaces are limited and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Scheduled dates

July 2026

• Friday 10 July
  Times: 14.00–14.30, 15.00–15.30

• Friday 24 July
  Times: 14.00–14.30, 15.00–15.30

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For more details, explore Rooms 92–94 (The Mitsubishi Corporation Japanese Galleries).
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