The Global Japanese Tea Association's professional Japanese tea training program offers globally recognized certification.
It is divided into 3 levels: Foundation, Intermediate, and Tea Master. The Foundation and Intermediate levels are offered by Thés Guru in North America, either online or on-site, in French or English. The final level is only offered in Japan and consists of a 2-week internship that will teach you the culture and production of tea. The training covers both theoretical and practical concepts, during which you will discover the world of Japanese tea through both taste and smell. You will have the opportunity to make and drink many grand cru teas. The training will also provide an overview of the Senchado and Chado (Chanoyu) tea ceremonies.
The Foundation level consists of 2 blocks of 4 hours (plus a 30-minute break) spread over 2 days.
TOPICS COVERED:
- History and origin of Japanese tea
- Japanese tea farming and production techniques
- Different types of Japanese tea (Gyokuro, Sencha, Matcha, Hojicha, Genmaicha)
- Tea science - chemical components and health benefits of tea
- Japanese tea brewing and tasting techniques
- Storage of Japanese teas
INCLUDED IN THE TRAINING:
- Digital course notes
- Various grand cru teas for the course and for personal tasting
- 8 hours of theoretical and practical training
- Certificate of completion upon passing the exam
- Name in the Global Japanese Tea Association graduate registry.
- Book on Japanese teas written by the president of GJTea
GROUP COURSE SCHEDULE (2 DAYS):
Saturday, July 4, 2026 and Sunday, July 5, 2026: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (including a 30-minute break per day)
PRIVATE COURSE SCHEDULE: TO BE DETERMINED UPON REGISTRATION
* For corporate group private course prices, please contact us.
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Location: CHARYŪ by Thés Guru - 6872 rue St-Hubert, Montreal