Uji Matcha & Tea Culture Food Tour with Licensed Guide

Discover Uji like a local on this private cultural walking tour with a government-licensed guide. Explore the historic streets of Japan’s celebrated green tea town, visit the World Heritage Byodo-in Temple, and stroll along the lively Omotesando shopping street, lined with traditional tea shops. Your knowledgeable guide will introduce Uji’s thousand-year tea culture, explain how Japanese tea is produced, and share insights into the area’s history and traditions. If you wish, you may choose to purchase tea, matcha beverages, or local sweets from shops along the way at your own expense. Purchases are entirely optional and based on your personal preferences. Food and drinks are not included in the tour price. Ideal for first-time visitors and tea lovers interested in discovering Uji’s cultural heritage with a local guide.