Matcha Milling and Tea Ceremony in Uji
From ¥35,300 for up to 2 guests · 1 hour
In Uji, home of matcha, grind tencha on a millstone in a rarely opened tea room and taste thin tea made with your own matcha.
- Where
- Kyoto
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Group size
- 1–4 guests
Uji is the home of matcha in Kyoto. In a tea room that is rarely open to the public, set in the courtyard of a tea merchant more than 160 years old, you grind tencha leaves on a millstone and taste usucha, thin tea, made with your own matcha.
A short introduction to the tea room, the merchant's history and the thinking behind the tea ceremony makes it easy for first-timers, and the tea room looks out over a garden designated a scenic spot by Kyoto Prefecture.
What is included
- Millstone matcha grinding
- Usucha tea
- English-speaking host
Host and place
Hosted by A long-established Uji tea merchant
Meeting point Kyoto — exact address sent once confirmed
Cancellation policy for this experience
Our standard tour cancellation terms (Terms and Conditions, clause 5) do not apply to this experience. It is run by a partner host, who sets its own conditions:
Free cancellation up to 8 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed.
We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed. Please read them before you book.
Good to know
How long is Matcha Milling and Tea Ceremony in Uji?
Matcha Milling and Tea Ceremony in Uji lasts 1 hour.
How much does Matcha Milling and Tea Ceremony in Uji cost?
From ¥35,300 for up to 2 guests. A larger group, up to 4 guests, costs more. We confirm the exact price when we confirm your date.
What is the cancellation policy?
Our standard tour cancellation terms do not apply to this experience: it is run by a partner who sets its own conditions. Free cancellation up to 8 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed. We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed.
How many guests can join?
This experience takes 1 to 4 guests, so it stays small and personal.
Where does it take place and where do we meet?
The experience takes place in Kyoto. Meeting point: Kyoto — exact address sent once confirmed.
What is included?
Millstone matcha grinding, Usucha tea and English-speaking host.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your preferred date using the form on this page. We confirm availability with the host and reply within one working day. Nothing is charged at the enquiry stage.
