Nishio Matcha Story｜Tea Ceremony & Matcha Kaiseki Journey

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours 15 minutes

Mobile ticket

Highlights

-Journey into Nishio, Japan’s historic hometown of premium matcha cultivation

-Discover the story of matcha through stone-milling, tea ceremony, and whisking

-Learn from a licensed tea master in a noble family’s historic tea room

-Conclude with a refined Kaiseki (multi-course meal) inspired by the fragrance of matcha

Tour Overview

For centuries, Nishio has been revered as Japan’s hometown of matcha, where ideal climate and pure waters create tea of deep umami and vivid color. This experience invites you into that legacy: observe a formal tea ceremony in a historic tea room, then whisk your own bowl with guidance from a tea master. Mill your own matcha using a traditional stone grinder and learn the cultural story behind Nishio tea from a local guide. Conclude with a seasonal kaiseki meal infused with premium Nishio matcha at a restored traditional residence, savoring the harmony of flavor, history, and place.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

We will meet up with the interpreter guide and travel by taxi.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Former Konoe Residence

Matcha grinding experience with a mortar and pestle and tea ceremony demonstration by a certified tea master. After that, stroll through the Nishio City Historic District.

1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Round-trip taxi transportation (meeting point to venues)

Hands-on matcha whisking experience

Seasonal kaiseki dinner featuring matcha-inspired dishes

Tea ceremony led by a licensed tea master

Matcha stone-milling experience

English-speaking guide

Travel Insurance

Transportation to the meeting point

Drinks during dinner

Guide gratuities (optional)

Options

Nishio Matcha Story｜Tea Ceremony & Matcha Kaiseki Journey

Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

My first matcha experience was more fun than I ever imagined!
yuuhei2,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This time, I participated in a day trip focusing on the matcha experience in Nishio. First of all, I really enjoyed the matcha experience and thanks to the careful explanation, I was able to learn about the history and charm of Nishio matcha. The time to taste the matcha made by myself was particularly impressive, and by having it in the correct manner, I was able to firmly feel the aroma and deep taste. It was wonderful to spend some time with a view of the Japanese garden, and I felt very at ease in a calm atmosphere. In addition, when we strolled around the city, our guide introduced us to the city's origins and highlights in an easy-to-understand manner, and we were able to learn about the charm of Nishio. The last kaiseki dish was very delicious with a wide variety of flavors, with Nishio matcha used in every dish. It was a very fulfilling day with high satisfaction from start to finish.
It was lovely.
Scenic05653063289,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I didn’t know much about the history of Nishio matcha, but I learned a lot from this trip. Listening to various stories, I feel the tea I made myself is delicious. Lunch was also very good and I was happy to talk to the chef. I want to go again.