YokaBus Heritage in a Cup of a Yame Tea & Sake Tasting Expedition

5.0
(28 reviews)
Fukuoka, Japan

9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Experience the essence of Fukuoka's renowned Yame tea** and Japanese sake on this exclusive day tour!

From panoramic views of vast tea plantations to hands-on cultural experiences and exquisite tastings, this journey offers a perfect blend of tradition, nature, and gastronomy.

On this tour, you will visit lush green tea fields and experience the deep Japanese tea culture through a traditional tea grinding experience using a tea mill. Visit a local sake breweries and experience sake tasting offering guests an intimate journey through the finest local breweries.

This tour is designed for both domestic and international traveler, ensuring everyone can participate comfortably without language barriers.

What's Included

Matcha Grinding Experience
Lunch
Japanese Sake Tasting
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Personal expense (souvenir, additional meal etc)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Hakata Station Chikushi Gate Parking Area. In Front of LAWSON Oriental Hotel Fukuoka 1F.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The Yame Traditional Crafts Museum is a facility in Fukuoka Prefecture that showcases beautiful local crafts, such as paper lanterns and Japanese paper.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Yame Chuo Tea Garden

    The tour begins at Yame Central Tea Garden, a breathtaking spot featuring vast tea fields. From the observation deck, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the beautifully lush landscape, resembling a green carpet. On clear days, you can even see Ariake Sea and Shimabara Peninsula, making it a perfect location for photography.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    You will visit the Tea Culture Museum, where you can fully appreciate the charm of Yame tea. Enjoy a meal featuring local ingredients and dishes that highlight Yame tea. Participate in a hands-on experience where you grind your own matcha and enjoy it alongside traditional wagashi (Japanese sweets).

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Kurume

    Fukuoka prefecture is home to some incredible hidden gems, and "Chikushi no Homare Brewery" and "Kobayashi Sake brewery" is a perfect example of tradition meeting local flavor. ※The local sake brewery visit depends on availability, you will visit either Chikushi no Homare or Kobayashi Sake Brewery.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Important Note: The remaining hours of the itinerary will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.
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Sake Tasting
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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