Grinding tencha leaves into matcha powder with a granite stone mill.
Kids learning to make matcha with traditional tools in a class.
Grinding tencha leaves into matcha powder with a granite stone mill in Japan.
Child enjoying matcha tea in a traditional setting.
Interior of Chazuna Museum in Uji, Kyoto, Japan, featuring a tea ceremony display and informational banners.
Adults participating in a matcha making class using traditional tools.
Adults participating in a matcha making class using traditional stone mills.

Uji, Kyoto: Grinding Matcha Experience &Tea Museum tickets set

Kyoto
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Duration: 1 hour (approx.)

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Experience Kyoto's rich tea culture with this unique Uji, Kyoto: Grinding Matcha Experience & Tea Museum tickets set. Grind your own matcha and explore a museum dedicated to Japanese green tea history at the Tea and Uji Town Exchange Center Chazuna in Uji. Ensure you check in 15 minutes before your reserved time as late entry is not permitted after class begins.

Experience Uji’s rich tea heritage with museum exhibits at the Tea and Uji Town Exchange Center Chazuna.

Witness an impressive replica of a giant 10-yen coin showcasing Byodoin Temple's Phoenix Hall alongside fascinating 4K digital townscape displays.

Participate in grinding tea leaves into matcha powder using traditional stone mills during this hands-on workshop.

Under the expert guidance of a Japanese instructor, brew and savor your own freshly made matcha.

Grinding of matcha for 1 hour

Workshop on stone mill matcha grinding

Session covering brewing and tasting

Guidance from a Japanese tea instructor

Access to the Chazuna Tea Museum

Travel expenses to the gathering location

Grinding tencha leaves into matcha powder with a granite stone mill.

Grinding tencha leaves into matcha powder with a granite stone mill.

Your Experience at Chazuna, Uji Town Exchange Center

In Uji, Japan, explore a unique blend of history and hands-on activities by grinding, brewing, and savoring your own matcha. This experience is complemented by exploring the Tea Museum dedicated to Japanese green tea.

Getting Started

Please arrive at Chazuna, Uji Town Exchange Center no later than 15 minutes before your scheduled time for check-in. Entry after a delay of more than 30 minutes from the start of the session is not allowed. Upon arrival, present your booking confirmation.

What to Expect

The Chazuna Tea and Uji Town Exchange Center in Uji serves as both a museum focused on tea culture and a cultural hub dedicated to Japanese green tea. It offers engaging exhibitions alongside interactive experiences.

Features of the Experience

  • Dive into history with an exploration of the History Room, which houses a massive 10-yen coin replica depicting Byodoin Temple’s Phoenix Hall.
  • Browse through detailed 4K digital displays that bring to life Uji's historical "Meisho-zue" illustrations.
  • Engage in the traditional art of grinding tea leaves with a stone mill, producing your own matcha powder.
  • Brew and enjoy your freshly prepared matcha under expert guidance from a Japanese tea instructor.
  • Savor panoramic views of Uji’s lush green tea fields during the session.
Kids learning to make matcha with traditional tools in a class.

Kids learning to make matcha with traditional tools in a class.

Grinding tencha leaves into matcha powder with a granite stone mill in Japan.

Grinding tencha leaves into matcha powder with a granite stone mill in Japan.

Child enjoying matcha tea in a traditional setting.

Child enjoying matcha tea in a traditional setting.

    Please bring your booking confirmation to ensure a smooth entry into the experience.

    What’s not allowed

    • Late arrivals more than 30 minutes after class commencement are prohibited.

    No outside food or beverages permitted in the experience room.

    Accessibility

      The facility is fully wheelchair accessible and accommodates visitors with limited mobility.

      Additional information

      • Aim to arrive 15 minutes ahead of your scheduled session time for a smooth experience.
      • Please note that registration closes one hour before the start of the activity.
      • Children under six years old must be accompanied by an adult guardian.
      • Only one companion per participant is allowed during the event.
      • Tour guides with interpreters are required to pay a participation fee.

      Cancellations made within 24 hours of your scheduled start time will not qualify for refunds.

      Interior of Chazuna Museum in Uji, Kyoto, Japan, featuring a tea ceremony display and informational banners.

      Interior of Chazuna Museum in Uji, Kyoto, Japan, featuring a tea ceremony display and informational banners.

      Adults participating in a matcha making class using traditional tools.

      Adults participating in a matcha making class using traditional tools.

      Arrive at least 15 minutes early and present your booking confirmation upon arrival to avoid any entry delays.

      The experience is fully wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for visitors with limited mobility.

      To ensure a smooth visit, remember that late entry more than 30 minutes after the class begins is not permitted.

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      FAQs

      Please bring your booking confirmation.
      The experience is fully wheelchair accessible and suitable for visitors with limited mobility.
      Late entry more than 30 minutes after the class begins. Outside food and drinks inside the experience room.
      Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time. Registration closes 1 hour before the experience. Children under 6 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Only one companion per group is permitted. Tour guides with interpreters must pay the participation fee. Cancellation within 24 hours of the start time is non-refundable.

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