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Uji Tea Museum Entry & Matcha Grinding Experience

Kyoto, Japan1 hourGuided in English

Discover how Uji became Japan's green tea capital, then grind your own matcha on a stone mill and drink what you made. A short, relaxed stop that pairs well with Byodoin Temple.

1 hourExplore at your own pace
Small group sessionKeeps the experience personal
EnglishLive guide or host
CancellationNon-refundable: tickets are issued for your chosen date and time

Highlights

  • Entry to a tea museum in Uji
  • Grind matcha on a traditional stone mill
  • Whisk and drink your own tea
  • Guidance from a tea instructor
  • Easy to combine with Byodoin Temple

Full description

This visit to a tea museum in Uji, just south of Kyoto, combines interactive exhibits on the town’s tea history with a hands-on experience. After exploring the displays, you sit down with a tea instructor, turn a traditional stone mill to grind tea leaves into fine matcha, and learn how to whisk it into a bowl of tea.

Then you get to drink the tea you made. In summer, some sessions add a seasonal treat made with your fresh matcha.

Itinerary

  1. Arrive in Uji

    Take the train from Kyoto (around 20–30 minutes) and walk to the museum.

  2. Museum exhibits

    Explore the displays on Uji's tea history.

  3. Matcha grinding

    Grind, whisk and taste your own matcha with an instructor.

Included

  • Museum entry
  • Matcha grinding session
  • A bowl of the tea you prepare
  • Booking support from our team

Not included

  • Train fare between Kyoto and Uji
  • Additional food and drinks
  • Items from the shop

Meeting point

The tea museum in Uji; directions from Uji Station are sent with your confirmation.The exact spot and your host's details arrive with your confirmation.

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Know before you go

  • Uji is outside central Kyoto; allow travel time by train.
  • Grinding sessions run at set times, so please arrive 10 minutes early.
  • The venue is wheelchair accessible; tell us if you need assistance.

Frequently asked questions

Is this the same as a tea ceremony?

No. It is a hands-on introduction to making matcha. For a formal ceremony, see our tea ceremony experiences in Kyoto.

What else is there to do in Uji?

Byodoin Temple, the riverside and many tea shops are all within walking distance.

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