Walk from Uji’s temple-lined streets into Wazuka’s green terraces on a private day tour that mixes matcha tasting, tea-farm walks, and a traditional ceremony. Learn harvesting and processing from multi-generation farmers and taste ceremonial-grade matcha at the source.
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A soft green light filters through low clouds as you step off the van onto a narrow lane that threads through terraced tea fields. The air carries a vegetal sweetness; rows of clipped tea bushes rise and fall like the back of a sleeping animal. Your guide leads you toward a farmhouse where steam from a freshly made pot of matcha lifts in a precise, grassy aroma.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness for several hours of standing and walking on uneven terrain; stair-free but not wheelchair-friendly at farms.
Wildlife
History
Uji’s reputation as a tea center grew in the Heian period; Byōdō-in’s cultural prominence helped establish ceremonial tea traditions later refined in Kyoto. Wazuka’s tea cultivation intensified in the medieval era and supplied high-grade tea to elite households.
Conservation
Many farms practice integrated pest management and careful pruning to maintain soil health; visitors are asked to stay on paths and avoid trampling young bushes.
Reserve your spot on the 7 Hours Private Guided Tour Uji and Wazuka Matcha Farm today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Shoes for mud and slopes
Wear sturdy, grippy walking shoes—farm paths can be uneven and muddy after rain.
Bring cash
Small farms and household vendors may accept only cash (yen) for matcha and snacks.
Hydrate and snack
Carry a refillable water bottle and a light snack; the tour includes lunch but some walking is calorie-demanding.
Respect private spaces
Ask before photographing inside farmhouses or during tea ceremonies; follow hosts’ directions closely.
Sturdy walking shoes
Grippy shoes handle muddy rows and steep paths on tea farms.
Light rain jacket
Showers are common in spring; a packable jacket keeps you comfortable during outdoor portions.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during active field walks and tastings.
summer
Small daypack with cash
Carries purchases, camera, and small souvenirs; many vendors prefer cash.