Nagoya: Incense Ceremony Experience at Tamesaburo Memorial

Immerse yourself in the ancient Japanese art of Kodo at the Tamesaburo Memorial Museum in Nagoya. Learn about the 500-year-old tradition of Kodo, once enjoyed by samurai and aristocrats.
Discover the ancient Japanese art of Incense Ceremony (Kodo) at the historic Tamesaburo Memorial Museum in Nagoya. This beautifully preserved cultural property offers an authentic setting to immerse yourself in one of Japan's most refined traditional arts.

During this experience, you’ll not only learn about the 500-year-old tradition of Kodo, once enjoyed by samurai and aristocrats, but also participate in a unique and engaging incense identification game. This game challenges your senses to distinguish the subtle differences between various aromatic woods, deepening your appreciation for their delicate and complex fragrances.

Guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll uncover the techniques and spiritual elements of Kodo, which emphasize mindfulness and sensory refinement. The serene traditional space of the Tamesaburo Memorial Museum, surrounded by tranquil Japanese gardens, provides the perfect environment for this meditative and cultural journey.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply curious about Japanese traditions, this Kodo session, complete with its playful yet profound incense game, promises a memorable and immersive experience.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.