Matcha Kyoto Green Tea Tour – Daytime

Discover the enchanting town of Uji, the revered heart of matcha, with an expert guide. Step back in time and immerse yourself in this historic retreat once favored by Kyoto’s noble families. Feel the gentle breeze as you wander tea fields, hear the soothing flow of the Uji River, and admire the serene beauty of iconic World Heritage sites. Savor the aroma of freshly whisked matcha and the taste of exquisite local treats, each bite a tribute to Uji’s culinary heritage. Engage all five senses as you uncover the town’s unique stories and traditions, away from the bustling tourist crowds. The experience culminates in an intimate tea tasting, where the velvety texture and rich flavor of matcha create a lasting memory. This unique journey allows you to connect deeply with the culture, history, and essence of Uji and Kyoto in a truly unforgettable way.

Single travelers: please email us directly and let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies.

Family-friendly pricing: If you are traveling with children and need a price adjustment- please email our team at Bookings@ArigatoJapan.co.jp.

Tour Highlights:

• 3-hour tour of Kyoto’s Uji district including a delicious lunch set.
• Tea experience.
• Visit local tea shops and stroll the beautiful streets of Uji.
• A visit to the outer grounds of Byodoin Temple, a World Heritage site that is featured as the design on the 10 yen coin.
• See how teas are prepared and get a sense of what goes into the production of the world’s best matcha.
• Browse the shops for souvenirs unique to the area.

Private Tours: For a more customized experience, make your tour private for an additional ¥19,500. (min. 2 people). Please click the add-on button on your cart when you check out.

Strict start time policy:  We are sorry to say that if you are not able to arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, we will need to start the tour regardless and no refund can be provided. We are also unable to accommodate meeting up at any of the food stops. This is to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests and also to respect our relationships with restaurants.

5-minute grace period: We can only wait an additional five minutes after the starting time and then the tour will depart. In addition, please note that we cannot give directions or contact the guides on the phone once the tour begins.

Tour Schedule:

 

Every day (Monday-Sunday)
Meeting Time Frame	10:45 – 11:00 am
Start Time	11:00 am
End Time	2:00 pm

Changes on tours: Applicable substitutions may be made due to public holidays, weather conditions, and other unforeseen circumstances.

For Vegetarians: 

Some food that we serve may have dashi, a soup stock made from kelp (seaweed) and bonito (skipjack tuna) as well as other ingredients. Dashi is the cornerstone of Japanese cuisine and is used in many/most Japanese dishes. Please note that we may not be able to accommodate your dietary needs if you cannot consume dashi. Additionally, please inform us if you can eat eggs and dairy products.

If you cannot consume Dashi, we recommend booking a private tour with us and we can offer some alternatives. Again, be aware, it will still be a challenge to 100% avoid fish stock.

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For this tour, it is possible (with advanced notice at the time of booking) to make adjustments to support the following dietary restrictions:

Please keep in mind, however, that we cannot make an allergy-free or dietary restriction food guarantee since food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to Arigato Japan. Also, some stops may not have a viable substitution but we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.

TRAVEL BLOGGER Tested and Approved! 

Previously attending our Crazy, Cute, Kawaii food tour, Brittany of The Sweet Wanderlust tries her hand at our Matcha Kyoto Green Tea tour for a completely different experience. See just how different here. 

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Meeting at the entrance of Keihan Uji station 宇治駅 (NOT JR Uji station).
Otsukata Uji, Kyoto 611-0021

Uji is about 40 minutes from Kyoto City.

WEATHER REMINDER: 

On rainy days, we recommend bringing an umbrella. They can be easily purchased at any convenience store.

Our guide will be there holding an “Arigato Travel” sign. We suggest wearing comfortable shoes as there will be walking involved. Please let us know if you have any questions.
Please note, this tour is special because it is in the less crowded area outside of the busy downtown Kyoto. Please see the train info, time, distance, and cost estimates here: 
Train

• Kyoto station to Uji (JR line) 30min, 240yen
• Shichijo-Chushojima(transit)-Uji (Keihan line) 30min, 310yen

Taxi:

• 40min, about 5,500 yen