Private Tour
Half Day Matcha Tour in Uji with History Temples and Tastings
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Delve into the rich culture of Uji, the birthplace of matcha, on this guided tour. Uncover the significance of matcha in Japanese history as you stroll through this ancient city. Visit the iconic temple featured on the back of the 10 yen coin and savor authentic matcha in various forms, all while soaking in the tranquil atmosphere of one of Japan's oldest cities. This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with Japan's tea heritage in a beautiful setting.
- Guided tour exploring the historical city of Uji
- Visit the famous temple depicted on the 10 yen coin
- Experience authentic matcha tasting in diverse styles
- Immerse in the serene ambiance of Japan's matcha capital
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Uji
We will explore the city with many traditional match shop.
Byodoin Temple
We will see the buddhist temple which is on 10 yen coin.
What‘s Included
A private tour guide
Matcha experience
Transportation fee
admission to temple
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Half Day Matcha Tour in Uji with History Temples and Tastings
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful Half Day
Nicole M,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tom was a great guide! Very knowledgeable on the temples and shrines. We were able to grind matcha and go to museums. We also went to a few stores that were not touristy and really enhanced the experience. Tom is super fun and spontaneous. I would recommend this tour to everyone!
We had an amazing time...
Amanda V,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing time with Tom learning about Uji’s history, tea, and culture! We went to many locations, sampling different types of teas to other assorted snacks and walking around Byodo-in Temple listening to/seeing its history. We had a very special matcha experience (ichi-go ichi-e 💜) visiting a family-owned tea shop, from viewing the family’s museum to grinding matcha to being guided in a tea ceremony. Would definitely recommend everyone try this personalized tour!
Great experience & photos
Angela P,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an absolute blast with tom. He was such an involved guide and spoke great English to share matcha history with us. We enjoyed our matcha experience and he was an avid personal photographer!
I had an absolutely...
Eriko M,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I had an absolutely wonderful half-day private tour in Uji, Kyoto. Tom, my guide is a true Kyoto local, having grown up in the area, and his deep connection to the region really came though in every part of the experience. His knowledge of Kyoto's history was incredible-he was like a walking historian, and I learned so much throughout the tour. What made this tour especially special was how personalized it was. He took the time to understand my interests and thoughtfully tailored the itinerary to match. We explored some of the best and oldest tea shops, learned about the rich history of matcha, and even experienced tea grinding and a traditional tea ceremony. we also visited beautiful temples and the iconic bridge in Uji, which made the day feel both cultural and immersive. On top of that, he was very friendly, professional, and easy to talk to. I felt completely comfortable the entire time, which made the experience even more enjoyable. this Uji tour was truly memorable, and I highly recommend it to anyone planning a visit to the Kyoto area. It was absolutely worth the time and money!
We had a great time...
Kriti A,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time exploring Uji’s main attractions with Hinata. This tour allowed us enough time to visit the sites at a slow pace. Hinata was very helpful and attentive. The tea tasting ceremony was brilliant and just right to fit into this 4 hour itinerary. Would highly recommend this tour with Hinata.
A Perfect Half-Day Exploring Uji
susan j,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful half-day tour in Uji with our guide, Tom. He contacted us before the tour to learn about our interests and customized the itinerary for us, which we really appreciated. Tom met us in Uji and made everything very easy from the start. He spoke excellent English, was very friendly and flexible, and adjusted the tour to our pace and interests. He took us to a traditional tea ceremony and to the beautiful Byodo-in Shrine, sharing interesting history and insights along the way. He was also very helpful and kindly took many photos for us during the tour. We really enjoyed exploring Uji with him and would highly recommend this tour.
Fun!
Daryl S,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Matcha grinding experience was great. The tour was overall fun and not too overpacked/not Too much info like a lot of tour guides.
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