Skip the crowds in Kyoto and head to Uji — Japan’s matcha drink & dishes. Kyoto’s best-kept secret

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Skip the crowds in Kyoto and head to Uji — Japan’s matcha drink & dishes. Kyoto’s best-kept secret —

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Discover Uji, the matcha capital of Japan, with five unique spots including a matcha workshop, foodie town, historic tea houses, and a riverside healing spot, all easily explored on foot.

1 plan · 6 places · 1 experience

Plan · 6 places · Uji, Japan

Uji Matcha Exploration on Foot

“All the spots are close to each other, so you can explore everything on foot. This collection covers a full day of matcha experiences, from making your own to dining and relaxing by the river.”

Experience · 1 place
Make your own matcha from scratch
Uji is known as the matcha capital of Japan, and here, you can try making matcha from scratch by grinding tea leaves. The result? You get to drink it right away — warm, fresh, and full of flavor. It's a truly hands-on experience that connects you to the tradition.
- Freshly ground matcha — The warm, fresh, and flavorful matcha you get to drink immediately after grinding the tea leaves yourself. It's a rewarding and authentic taste of Uji.
- Matcha dessert — A sweet matcha dessert, served alongside your freshly made matcha, offering a perfect pairing of flavors.
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Matcha Workshop (Uji)
Cafe · Uji
4.7 (572)Open · until 5:30 PM
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Uji is the matcha capital of Japan, and this workshop offers the chance to grind your own tea leaves and prepare fresh matcha. It's a unique way to experience the local tea culture.
matcha roastery, Myoraku-146 Uji, Kyoto 611-0021, Japan
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Tsubameya
Soba noodle shop · Uji
4.2 (800)Open · until 5 PM
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A restaurant in Uji specializing in matcha soba and tempura. It offers a unique culinary experience where you can dip fried food into salty matcha.
Tsubameya, Higashiuchi-13-3 Uji, Kyoto 611-0021, Japan
- Matcha soba — Green soba noodles infused with matcha, a specialty of Tsubameya. A must-try for matcha lovers looking for a savory experience.
- Tempura with salty matcha — Crispy fried tempura, served with a unique salty matcha powder for dipping. It's an unexpected but delicious flavor combination that you have to try.
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Byodoin Omotesando
Tourist attraction · Uji
4.5 (306)
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This street, leading to Byodoin Temple, is a matcha shopping heaven. You'll find numerous shops selling various matcha products, from tea leaves to sweets and souvenirs.
Byodo-in Omotesando, Renge Uji, Kyoto 611-0021, Japan
- Matcha products — A wide variety of matcha products available for purchase, including tea, sweets, and souvenirs. I kinda regret not buying more while in Uji!
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Tsuen Tea
Traditional teahouse · Uji
4.2 (1,236)Open · until 5:30 PM
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The oldest tea house in Japan, established around 1160. It's the perfect place to get authentic Uji tea and experience centuries of tea tradition.
Tsuen Main Branch, Higashiuchi-1 Uji, Kyoto 611-0021, Japan
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Nakamura Tokichi Honten
Traditional teahouse · Uji
4.4Open · until 5:30 PM
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Famous for their matcha soba and parfait, plus a riverside view that's hard to beat. It's a popular spot to enjoy Uji's culinary delights with a scenic backdrop.
Nakamura Tokichi Main Branch, Ichiban-10 Uji, Kyoto 611-0021, Japan
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Uji River
River
4.6 (879)
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A clean and breezy river that offers a slow pace and a healing spot. It's perfect for relaxing and enjoying the natural beauty of Uji.
Uji River, Japan

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