Kyoto Uji Matcha Tea Picking Experience

Visit a tea farm in Wazuka, a small town in the southeastern countryside of Kyoto known as Japan’s tea capital. With a population of just 5,000, Wazuka produces around 40% of Uji matcha, and its rolling tea fields reflect the town’s deep connection to this cherished tradition. During this hands-on tea-picking experience, a local director, who is passionate about matcha and the area, will guide you through the activity. You will receive all the necessary gear to pick fresh green tea leaves directly from the fields, learning the first step in bringing matcha from the soil to your cup. The experience concludes with a refreshing cup of matcha, prepared by your host, paired with two chadango: traditional sweet, tea-flavored skewered dumplings, giving you an authentic taste of Wazuka’s local flavors.