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- Japanese
- English
Discover the fascinating world of Uji tea at Chazuna Museum and enjoy a hands-on matcha-making experience using a traditional stone mill. Unlike a traditional Japanese tea ceremony, this experience focuses on understanding Uji tea itself, from tea leaf cultivation and production methods to the unique qualities that make it famous. Grind high-quality Uji tea leaves yourself, whisk your own matcha, and savor its fresh aroma and delicate flavor. Explore the history and culture of Uji tea through engaging museum exhibits and discover the traditions behind one of Japan’s most celebrated teas. This experience is ideal for travelers interested in Japanese culture, tea lovers, and anyone looking for an authentic and interactive cultural activity in Uji.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please arrive 15 minutes before your reservation. The lecture starts on time. Guests arriving 30 minutes or more late cannot enter, even due to transit delays. Midway entry, repeat explanations, and leaving early are not allowed in principle. In emergencies, notify staff. Fees are non-refundable.
Ticket Redemption Point
Tea and Uji Community Center, Chazuna
What to expect
◎Uji Tea Room/Museum
Learn how Uji tea is made, its history, the differences between Gyokuro and Sencha, and how to brew delicious tea through hands-on digital exhibits.
◎History Room/Museum
Explore Uji’s history through digital exhibits, including a large 4K screen featuring historic townscapes.
You can also make matcha by grinding tea leaves and learn how to prepare it under the guidance of a Japanese tea instructor or trained teacher. Enjoy your freshly made matcha on site. (Takeout is not available.)
All visitors entering the experience room must pay a fee, including those entering for photography or filming. Preschoolers aged 0–6 cannot reserve or participate alone. A parent or adult must book and pay the fee for both themselves and the child. Once both fees are paid, they may participate together. Everyone entering the room must pay, regardless of whether they participate or enter for photography.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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