Japanese Tea Food Tours(28)

The experience was wonderful! There were two of us and the visit with Akito was very pleasant and informative. Akito is a kind and sociable person. He told us his story while traveling by car to the farm and, once we arrived, he explained to us how the cultivation and harvesting of tea leaves works. The view of the ordered rows along the mountain slope is amazing! From here you can also enjoy the view of Shizuoka. We had the tea tasting directly inside the plantation. It was very interesting to learn about new flavors and listen to Akito's explanations on how the taste of tea varies with different water temperatures. In the factory Akito replicated the drying process with a miniature machine and we had another tasting combined with mochi that enhanced the tea flavor. Then we visited the production area where he explained to us how the traditional hand process is replicated with machinery. Before saying goodbye we purchased some tea they produced. We recommend this experience to all people who want to discover the art and knowledge behind a cup of sencha.

It was really nice. It was nice that the guys were very passionate and transmitted both very deep and professionally but still very enjoyable information. The place haca a great energy and the tea was delicious. I would like to do an internship at the farm. I would give them a 10. Very well orginezed.

This tour was absolutely amazing! The view of Shizuoka from the tea farm was breathtaking, and it goes without saying that the tea farm itself was beautiful. Moreover, not only was Akito very accommodating, but also extremely knowledgeable on the tea; from the industry and production, to its culture and current trends. The things I learned from Akito has greatly enhanced my tea drinking experience. Also, highly recommend picking up some of the sencha and kukicha at the tea factory.

Heartwarming tour of Shizuoka, and in-depth tour of the beautiful mountain-side tea plants with the highly knowledgeable Akito. Thank you for the amazing tour!

Those who are interested in learning about planting, growing, harvesting, and brewing all-things green tea, including matcha tea, this tour would be a very informative and enjoyable. Definitely, more substantive than the touristy ritual tea ceremony. The staff worked hard to present lots of information. The big downside is that you have to get to the bus stop by the tea plantation and it’s not a straight forward ride. It would be good if there is a tour which meets in Kyoto center and escort you to the tea plantation for those who don’t want to deal with hassle of either driving or navigate through the public transit system. All in all a different day trip experience.