Question
I’m planning a trip to Japan and would like to experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony for the first time. How can I ask someone “Where can I participate in a tea ceremony?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
どこで茶道（さどう）に参加（さんか）できますか。
Doko de sadou ni sanka dekimasuka?
Where can I participate in a tea ceremony?
Participating in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony is a wonderful way to experience Japanese culture. In this phrase, “Doko de” means “where” and is used to inquire about locations. “Sadou” refers to the tea ceremony itself, and “ni sanka dekimasuka” translates to “can I participate in.”
Feel free to use this question to ask for locations offering tea ceremonies. You might also hear “ocha no yuugi” or “chanoyu,” which are other terms for tea ceremony. Enjoy your cultural exploration!
