Originally Posted by
LapLap
Another place you might unexpectedly be offered a cup of beautifully prepared matcha is at the British Museum. There is a tea house there and occasionally there is a demonstration.
Just checked and the next scheduled demonstrations are on Friday 26th September at 2pm and 3pm
http://www.britishmuseum.org/whats_o..._calendar.aspx
Even if you went to Japan you couldn't get a better introduction to and explanation about matcha tea in Japanese culture. It's been many years since I once stumbled on one of these events and raised my hand when a volunteer was requested. I still draw on what I learned that day.