The greatest features of Uji matcha are its deep aroma, refined sweetness, and mellow taste.
It has little bitterness or astringency, and is highly regarded not only for use in the tea ceremony but also as an ingredient in Western sweets and dishes.
Another attraction of Uji matcha is its beautiful color. The deep green color is proof that fresh, high-quality tea leaves are used.
Its quality is supported by the soil, climate, manufacturing methods, and artisanal skills born from years of experience.
Uji city and its surrounding areas have an ideal environment for growing tea.
Here we will introduce facilities where you can experience the authentic taste of popular Uji matcha in a casual setting.
Our shop is located about 30 seconds on foot from the south exit of JR Uji Station. Please come and enjoy renting a kimono at our shop.
※ If you plan to participate in a matcha (green tea) experience after renting and dressing in a kimono at our shop, please make a reservation for the matcha experience only after confirming the kimono dressing completion time when booking with us.
Please note that the time required for dressing may vary depending on the number of people in your party.
※ Be sure to check the operating hours and any important notices for each facility or shop individually.
※ Please make your own reservation directly with the tea room or matcha experience facility.
Tea and Uji Town Communication Center Chazuna
Besides the matcha experience, there are many other events.
| Store name | Tea and Uji Town Communication Center Chazuna |
| Address | 203-1 Uji-Maruyama, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Business hours | 9:00am ～ 5:00pm |
| Experience fee | Depends on the event |
Uji Municipal Tea House “Taihoan”
| Store name | Uji Municipal Tea House “Taihoan” |
| Address | 1-5 Uji Togawa, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Telephone number | 0774-23-3334 |
| Business hours | 10:00am ～ 4:00pm（Irregular holidays） |
| Experience fee | With sweets: from 1,000 yen (tax included) |
Mituboshien Kanbayashi Sannyu Main Store “Sankyuan”
| Store name | Mituboshien Kanbayashi Sannyu Main Store “Sankyuan” 【Matcha experience reservation form】 |
| Address | 27-2 Ujirenge, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture (Byodoin Temple front approach) |
| Telephone number | 0774-21-2636 |
| Business hours | 9:00am ～ 6:00pm（Open all year round） |
| Founding | Tensho era |
| Experience fee | With sweets: from 1,430 yen (tax included) |
Kanbayashi Tea Ujibashi-dori Main Branch “Kofuan” Teahouse
| Store name | Kanbayashi Tea Ujibashi-dori Main Branch “Kofuan” Teahouse |
| Address | 43 Uji Myoraku, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Telephone number | 0774-22-2514 0774-22-5318 |
| Business hours | 9:00am ～ 6:00pm （Holiday New Year’s Day） |
| Founding | Over 400 years |
| Experience fee | With sweets: from 2,750 yen (tax included) |
Nakamura Tokichi Main Store
| Store name | Nakamura Tokichi Main Store |
| Address | 1-10 Uji, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Telephone number | 0774-22-7800 |
| Business hours | 10:00am 〜 5:30pm |
| Founding | First year of the Ansei era |
| Experience fee | With sweets: From 6,380 yen (tax included) |
Fukujuen Uji Tea Workshop
| Store name | Fukujuen Uji Tea Workshop |
| Address | 10 Ujiyamada, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture |
| Telephone number | 050-3152-2930 |
| Business hours | 10:00am 〜 5:00pm (Irregular holidays) |
| Experience fee | With sweets: from 1,650 yen (tax included) |