Escape the City Tea, Calligraphy and Tea Fields in Rural Kyoto
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Tea Ceremony Experience Unique Points: • Self-brewing style: Guests brew their own matcha and green tea, instead of just watching a master. • Relaxed, friendly atmosphere: No strict rules — focus on enjoying tea naturally, in a cozy tearoom. • Real Uji tea: Using authentic Uji matcha and green tea from Kyoto’s historic tea region.
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Calligraphy Workshop Unique Points: • Blend of Zen and Art: Not just practicing letters — focus on mindfulness, expression, and feeling the brush. • Create a personal scroll: Guests make their own calligraphy piece and take it home as a personalized souvenir. • Beginner-friendly: No experience needed — designed for first-timers and casual learners.
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Tea Field Walking Tour Unique Points: • 800 years of tea history: Walk through tea fields that have supported Japan’s tea culture for centuries. • Quiet countryside experience: Zen, peaceful countryside walk. • Local insights: Learn about tea farming traditions, not just sightseeing.
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Escape the City Tea, Calligraphy and Tea Fields in Rural Kyoto
What's included in Escape the City Tea, Calligraphy and Tea Fields in Rural Kyoto
(Subject to Option Inclusions)1. Tea Ceremony Experience Learn how to prepare and enjoy authentic Uji matcha and green tea. You will brew your own tea, guided by simple and beautiful Japanese traditions. Feel the calm rhythm of tea making and savor a peaceful moment. 2. Calligraphy Workshop Experience Japanese calligraphy by blending Zen spirit and artistic expression. You will practice basic strokes and write your favorite word or name. At the end, you can create a personalized scroll to take home as a souvenir. 3. Tea Field Walking Tour Take a peaceful walk through the historic tea fields surrounding the tearoom. Learn about 800 years of Uji tea tradition and feel the quiet Zen spirit of Japan’s countryside. Perfect for relaxing, photography, and connecting with nature.
Inclusions
- Participants will also receive their personally created calligraphy scroll to take home.
- All necessary materials will be provided, including calligraphy tools (brush, ink, paper) and tea ceremony utensils (tea whisk, bowl, tea powder).
- Matcha and Green tea
- Public transportation
- Meals
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Additional matcha and sencha for takeaway are available for purchase at an extra cost.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Look for a gray modern house with a big "88" sign on the wall. 5 minutes walk from Doshisha-mae Station, through a quiet residential street.
