Overview
This tour offers a thorough tasting comparison of three types of Minamiyamashiro Village-produced “Mura-cha”!
Experience the distinctive Japanese tea “Mura-cha,” village tea, from Minamiyamashiro Village, crafted with the meticulous care of tea farmers.
On this tour, savor the unique characteristics of three types of “Mura-cha” (Tencha, Sencha, and Bancha*) and perceive their differences through all five senses.
Experience the profound flavor variations unique to single-estate tea.
Kyoto’s “Mura-cha” Concierge will clearly explain each tea’s charm, brewing techniques, and even its history and culture, so beginners can participate with confidence.
Enjoy the profound world of Japanese tea.
POINT 1: Carefully taste three types of “Mura-cha” from Minamiyamashiro！
Enjoy comparing tencha, sencha, and bancha, appreciating the distinctive character of each through all five senses. Experience the deep variations in flavor that come from single-estate teas.
POINT 2: Clear and friendly guidance from a Kyoto “Mura-cha” Concierge!
Perfect for beginners. A Kyoto “Mura-cha” Concierge will explain each tea’s charm, brewing tips, and the history and culture behind them in an easy-to-understand way.
Itinerary
8:30 AM : Depart from Kyoto Station Hachijō Exit MK Taxi Stand
10:00 AM : Minamiyamashiro Village - Former Tayama Elementary School
-Tea Tasting Experience (60 min)
11:00 AM : Depart Minamiyamashiro
Around 12:30 AM : Return to Kyoto Station Hachijō Exit
Plan
Kyoto“Mura-cha” Concierge Tea Tasting Experience. Private Car Pick-Up & Drop-Off Plan
Tour Time
4 hours
Included
・Private hired vehicle (vehicle type determined by operator)
・Tea field guided tour
・Tea tasting experience
Please note
・Traffic congestion or other circumstances may prevent us from staying for the scheduled duration.
・All activities are held in Japanese. You may request an English interpreter for additional ¥30,000.
Cancellation policy
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 0 hours or less before the event
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 0 hours or less before the event
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 40% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 30% if booking is cancelled 7 days or less before the event
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 20% if booking is cancelled 10 days or less before the event
・We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 11 days or less before the event
Booking in advance
Cut off: 3 days
Difficulty
Easy
Meeting points
MK Taxi VIP Station Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit (Taxi Stand / Kyoto Sightseeing Reception)
〒601-8002
Kyoto, Minami Ward, Higashikujo Kamitonodacho 47
Ibis Styles Kyoto Station