From Field to Cup: the Superior Quality and Storied Tradition of Uji Green Tea

Details

• Private experience

• Location: Uji City, Kyoto

• 2 hours

• 6 people max

• Offered in Japanese, with friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in English
  (French/German interpretation may be available upon request)

The Real Uji Tea

Since the Zen Buddhist monk Eisai brought Chinese tea plants to Japan in the 12th Century, the town of Uji has been the heart of Japanese green tea production. Although tea fields spread beyond Uji, Uji Tea has always been known for its high quality—so much so that it alone was referred to as honcha or “real tea”. With the spread of domestic tea, a uniquely Japanese culture of tea came into being, known as chadō or the “way of tea”. Championed first by the Buddhist priesthood, and then by the noble and samurai class, Uji Tea eventually became a staple for all of Japan. In this experience, visit the tea fields and factory of one of Uji’s most esteemed tea producers. See the process from picking raw tea leaves (tencha) and the processing methods of grinding the matcha tea powder. At the end, try your hand at grinding your own matcha and experience a tea ceremony and tea tasting led by the masters.

What you’ll do

Visit an award-winning green tea farm and learn about the production process from field to cup. Grind your own matcha tea, and experience a traditional tea ceremony and tea tasting.

Who can attend

Children must be 10+

Vegetarian/vegan dietary needs can be accommodated.

Please inform us of any dietary requirements at checkout.

Availability

Monday to Friday
Not available from mid April to mid June, whole December and New Year Holiday.
Session 1 (10:00 - 12:00)
Session 2 (13:00 - 15:00)
Session 3 (15:00 - 17:00)

Access

10 min. walk from JR Uji Sta.

Cancellation Policy

Please make your booking at least 24 hours in advance. See cancellation policy here.
* A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.