The rural area of Wazuka, famous for its green tea, has retained its atmosphere since the Kamakura Period. There are many areas in Japan that produce tea, however the tea leaves grown in Wazuka are praised as the pinnacle of quality since ancient times. This tour offers you the opportunity to experience the tea culture that has been passed down in the southern parts of Kyoto for over 800 years. Furthermore, you will be able to solve the mystery behind the tea that became the top of all Japan by direct interaction with the tea farmers.

Explore the charms of green tea in Wazuka - enjoy the ultimate cup of tea at the birthplace of tea culture.

Kyoto

Experience details

LocationWazuka
Days availableIrregular days off
Time11:00 to 15:00
Duration4 hours
Participants2 to 6 people
GuideIncluded
LanguagesEnglish, Japanese
Starting/finishing pointKyoto Obubu Tea Farms
Product numberX-009
  • Enjoy 7 different types of tea leaves grown at Wazuka
  • Bask in the view from the top of the tea hills that only tea farmers can enjoy
  • Experience the techniques passed down by tea farmers at the birthplace of tea culture
  • Through interaction with the tea farmers experience their high skills and friendly attitude
  • Learn about the applicable parts of tea culture such as proper brewing

Embark on a journey of discovery focused on tea at Wazuka, which supported the tea culture for over 800 years. The tea leaves grown in Wazuka are highly praised as the pinnacle of high quality tea leaves since ancient times. What truly strikes you during your visit is the sight of tea fields spread across hillsides as far as the eye can see. This amazing view is what gave the area its moniker of “Tea field country”. The town is enveloped in refreshing green with a lovely fragrance filling its streets, making it the best place to enjoy tea and amazing scenery.

The journey begins with a visit to a local tea farmer. After being greeted by the energetic farmer, the first thing you will enjoy is a freshly brewed welcome tea. You will learn about the depth of the world of tea, including the difference between tea leaves and the history of tea while experiencing the real taste of tea which is quite different from store-bought ones.
Then, you will be guided to a tea plantation whilst admiring the amazing scenery of tea hills typical of Wazuka. An exquisite cup of tea complements the unique scenery very nicely and makes for an unforgettable moment.

<Tour Contents>
・Taste the high quality Wazuka tea right where it is made
・Enjoy the amazing scenery of the “Tea field countryside”
・Learn about the tea culture directly from the tea farmers
・Try your hand and proper tea brewing that you can use in your everyday life
・Enjoy the delightful home-made chazuke made with Wazuka tea

Plan overview

Tea tour at Wazuka - explore the charms of green tea to their fullest (Weekdays)

Enjoy 7 different types of tea leaves grown at Wazuka
Bask in the view from the top of the tea hills that only tea farmers can enjoy
Experience the techniques passed down by tea farmers at the birthplace of tea culture
Through interaction with the tea farmers experience their high skills and friendly attitude
Learn about the applicable parts of tea culture such as proper brewing

1 person
195.75USD~

Tea tour at Wazuka - explore the charms of green tea to their fullest (Weekends)

Enjoy 7 different types of tea leaves grown at Wazuka
Bask in the view from the top of the tea hills that only tea farmers can enjoy
Experience the techniques passed down by tea farmers at the birthplace of tea culture
Through interaction with the tea farmers experience their high skills and friendly attitude
Learn about the applicable parts of tea culture such as proper brewing

1 person
270.00USD~

Meeting Place

Get Directions from Google Maps

Address

Kyoto Prefecture, Soraku District, Wazuka, Otsuka-2 Sono

Access

By train, bus
1.Get off at JR Kamo Station
2.Leave the statin through the West exit and board the Nara Bus 66 to Wazukacho Kosugi
  ⇒Bus time schedule (JR Kamo Station West Exit Bus 66 to Wazukacho Kosugi)
3.Get off at Higashi Wazuka
  ⇒ Bus line map (Bus 66 to Wazukacho Kosugi)
4.Take a right turn at the crossing where the Nakaoen Tea Stall (orange building) is on your left
5.Go down for 200 meters and you should see the office of Obubu Tea Farm on your left

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