Kyoto Matcha Green Tea Tour
Kyoto, Japan
About this activity
Immerse yourself in the heart and soul of Japanese green tea culture with a trip to Uji near Kyoto. Take a guided walk, see the UNESCO-listed Byodoin Temple, and enjoy lunch with matcha tea.
Highlights
- Enjoy a 3-hour tour of Kyoto’s Uji district, the home of Matcha.
- Hear vibrant tales from Uji's past and discover the characters that shaped it today
- Experience tea in different forms that you’ve never imagined.
- Explore Uji's World Heritage sites, local tea shops, and stroll its beautiful streets
- Indulge in an authentic Tea Experience you will never forget
Full description
Discover the enchanting town of Uji, the revered heart of matcha, with an expert guide. Step back in time and immerse yourself in this historic retreat once favored by Kyoto’s noble families. Feel the gentle breeze as you wander tea fields, hear the soothing flow of the Uji River, and admire the serene beauty of iconic World Heritage sites. Savor the aroma of freshly whisked matcha and the taste of exquisite local treats, each bite a tribute to Uji’s culinary heritage. Engage all five senses as you uncover the town’s unique stories and traditions, away from the bustling tourist crowds. The experience culminates in an intimate tea tasting, where the velvety texture and rich flavor of matcha create a lasting memory. This unique journey allows you to connect deeply with the culture, history, and essence of Uji and Kyoto in a truly unforgettable way.
Included / Excluded
- • Variety of dishes at multiple food stops
- • Matcha tasting
- • Matcha making, wagashi sweets, and matcha ice cream are all featured
- • Shopping time
- • Hotel pick-up
- • Gratuity
- • Transportation costs
- • Additional drinks or food (not included but possible to purchase at guest expense)
Important information
Know before you book
- • Children must be accompanied by an adult
- • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- • Please advise supplier of any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking
- • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Know before you go
- • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- • A passport copy is required for children aged 10 and above
- • Please be at the meeting point 10-15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. We have a strict policy about starting our tours at the scheduled time. If you are not able to arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will start regardless and no refund will be provided. We are also unable to accommodate meeting up at any of the food stops once you've missed the start of the tour
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Reviews
GetYourGuide traveler
Apr 20261.0
Very disappointing, far from town and no real food tasting.
Lisa
Apr 20265.0
This was the best market tour yet! Sebastian was a fantastic tour guide. Thoughtful, knowledgeable, a pleasure to spend time with.
Lai Ching
Apr 20265.0
EK was an amazing guide, super knowledgeable about both the food we ate, the culinary history of Osaka and the area in which the tour took place. He threw in some delightful surprises that we we were not expecting, a quick visit to a hideaway shrine and a Japanese cooking knife demonstration with the excellent people at Tower Knives. All in all a very enjoyable experience, that we’d highly recommend.