Invited to a farmer’s home — Enjoy tea and soba-making

5 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

We specialize in fully private tours limited to one group at a time.Escape the crowds and discover the true spirit of Japan. Our countryside tour invites you into the warm home of a local tea farming family, where you can experience everyday rural life far from the usual tourist routes. Enjoy a peaceful day surrounded by tea fields, taste freshly brewed Japanese tea, try your hand at making soba noodles, and stroll through the scenic farm landscape. This is a rare chance to connect with local people, savor homemade flavors, and explore the slower, more authentic side of Japan.

What's Included

Viewpoint Visit
Soba
Tea Plantation Walk
Tea Ceremony
Japanese sweets

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Shinkansen Ticket Gate Exit, Shizuoka Station (Please wait outside the Shinkansen ticket gate, after you exit.)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
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    Participants will spend a relaxing day at a local family-owned tea farm in Shizuoka, experiencing the charm of rural life. They can: Walk through vibrant tea fields and learn about traditional tea cultivation Make soba noodles from scratch and enjoy their own freshly prepared soba for lunch Participate in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony Learn about Japanese tea, its history, types, and brewing techniques Stroll around the farm and nearby scenic viewpoints, taking in the peaceful countryside Enjoy traditional Japanese sweets This hands-on tour gives guests a glimpse into everyday life on a Japanese tea farm, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the family, enjoy authentic rural experiences, and escape the typical tourist routes.

    4 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Onigiri Travel

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Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Plantation Tours
Cultural Tours
Coffee & Tea Tours
Car Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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