Cruise the scenic tea fields of Shiga by car guided by a tea master and indulge in the full-bodied taste of Shiga-grown tea

Details

• Private experience

• Location: Koka City, Shiga

• 2.5 hours

• 4 people max. Minimum 2 people required. Solo guest may book at the price of 2 participants

• Offered in Japanese, with friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in English

  (French/German/Spanish interpretation may be available upon request)

Scenery, Sencha, and Shiga

The fresh air and scent of tea lingers in the air as you whizz through row after row of rolling tea field, sprawling across steep cliffs. Dating back over 1,200 years, Shiga’s tea fields are among Japan’s oldest, cultivating tea that was once considered worthy of emperors. Located on Kyoto’s serene outskirts, these historic tea gardens still thrive, carefully maintained by generations of tea-farming families who preserve traditional methods to craft rich blends like sencha, hojicha, and matcha. Visitors to Shiga can experience this deeply rooted culinary heritage firsthand, enjoying a taste of authentic Japanese culture through the region’s unique, time-honored teas. Pair an adventurous truck tour with calming tea tasting in this private tour of Shiga tea fields, led by a local tea master whose family has been in the tea cultivating industry since Japan's Meiji Period. Learn more about tea cultivation techniques, the history of tea heritage in Shiga, and the rich taste of Shiga tea while basking in the natural beauty of the region. A short-day trip from Kyoto for tea-lovers, dive deeper into the ancient art of brewing tea in the farms of Shiga.

What you’ll do

Jump into the back of a Kei truck for an adventurous tour of the historic Shiga tea fields. Learn about how tea is grown and managed by the local tea farmers. After reaching a scenic peak, enjoy a tea break while overlooking the fields.

What is included

3-piece tea pack set

Who can attend

Children must be 10+

Availability

Everyday
Session 1  (9:00 - 11:30)
Session 2 (12:30 - 15:00)

Unavailable every holidays and the month of November.

Access

50 minutes by car from Kyoto Station

Cancellation Policy

Please make your booking at least 7 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.

* A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.