Kyoto Matcha Green Tea Tour in Uji with Lunch

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Duration
3 hours
Number of Guests
2 - 10 guests
Accessibility
Family-friendly
Language
Japanese, English
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Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescetarian, With green tea, Shopping time, With dessert, With lunch
Love green tea as matcha the next guy? Join this Kyoto Matcha Tour in Uji and indulge in a green tea tasting, with lunch and desserts!
Highlights
Learn about the production and preparation of Kyoto matcha
Indulge in matcha ice cream and wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets)
Visit the stunning Byodoin Temple!
Have a delicious Japanese lunch set meal
Explore the charming streets of Uji and browse the local shops
For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
Experience Details
Green tea fans, rejoice, because this is the food tour for you! World-renowned for its high-quality matcha green tea, Uji is a city in Kyoto Prefecture, located between Kyoto City and Nara. On this Kyoto Matcha Green Tea Tour in Uji, you’ll taste a variety of Uji green teas alongside Japanese wagashi (traditional sweets), and even indulge in some creamy, smooth matcha ice cream! Learn all about how Kyoto matcha is produced, and see how it is prepared, while you visit the local Uji tea shops and get a sense of Kyoto’s traditional culture. Not only will you learn about the different types of tea in the city with the most high-quality matcha in the world, but you’ll also get to prepare it and experience a tea tasting for yourself! As a special bonus, you’ll also visit the grounds of UNESCO World Heritage site, Byodoin Temple (which can be seen on the 10 yen coin), and stop by a restaurant to enjoy a delicious set lunch including several different Japanese dishes. Then, explore the area and have time to peruse local shops, to find some tea omiyage (souvenirs) to take home!
Inclusions
3-hour tour of Kyoto’s famous tea-making district: Uji
Kyoto matcha green tea tasting
Lunch with several Japanese dishes
Matcha ice cream
Wagashi
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet-up details will be sent to your provided email upon booking is confirmed. If you don't receive details, please contact us.
Remarks
The food tour starts strictly on time. If guests do not arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will begin regardless, and no refund shall be given.
Please wear comfortable shoes as there will be walking involved.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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Experience Location

On the southern outskirts of Kyoto City lies Uji, a small but historic city known for traditional teahouses and temples, and for producing some of the highest quality green tea in Japan, called Uji-cha. Byodoin Temple (a UNESCO World Heritage site) and the Tale of Genji Museum which celebrates the world’s first novel, are two major attractions in Uji. Another World Heritage Site, Ujigami Shrine, is one of the oldest Shinto Shrines, dating back to 1060, a testament to the city’s long history. The Uji River separates the city in two, a perfect site for fishing or a leisurely cruise.
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Earliest available date: April 1, 2024
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals