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Uji and Wazuka Matcha Farm Half Day Private Guided Tour

5.0(53)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 53 reviews4 hFree cancellationBy Matcha Tourism
Uji and Wazuka Matcha Farm Half Day Private Guided Tour

About this activity

If you love matcha or are looking for an authentic Kyoto tea tour, this unique matcha experience in Uji and Wazuka is for you.

Escape the city and relax in nature in Wazuka, the heart of Uji tea and matcha. Walk through scenic tea farms and enjoy a hands-on Japanese tea experience in a traditional house—comfortable even in rain or hot weather.

Led by an award-winning female local entrepreneur, this sustainable cultural tour directly supports local tea farmers and the community.

Discover Wazuka, a hidden tea paradise surrounded by rolling green hills. This peaceful village offers a true off-the-beaten-path Kyoto experience, where premium matcha has been produced for over 800 years.

Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and tea lovers seeking an authentic Japan cultural experience.

Book your Kyoto matcha tour today!

What's included

  • ✓Free transportation service up on request
  • ✓Local Tea and Matcha Tasting (minimum 3 different kind)
  • ✓Tea Farm Walk
  • ✓Private Tour
  • ✓Magnificent View Point Visit
  • ✓Tour Guide
  • ✓Matcha Soba Noodle or Japanese Bento Lunch Set *Vegan option with advanced request

Not included

  • ✕Extra drinks & snacks on the street (Available for purchase)
  • ✕Matcha Factory Visitation *see 7hr tour for this option
  • ✕Tea Ceremony *see 7hr tour for this option

Meeting and pickup

  • Bilingual guide will meet you at the ticketing gate of JR Uji station

Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The farm access can be bumpy and muddy

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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