--- title: Matcha Grinding Experience and Walking Tour in Uji Kyoto lang: en type: tour city: Kyoto country: Japan price: 115 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 34 duration_minutes: 240 languages: [en] rank_in_category: 18 of 36 (Sightseeing & City Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/matcha-grinding-experience-and-walking-tour-in-uji-kyoto/ --- # Matcha Grinding Experience and Walking Tour in Uji Kyoto **Guidekin's take:** Grind tea leaves into matcha and drink what you make on a walking tour of Uji with a visit to Byodo-in Temple. The class, temple admission and Japanese snacks or ice cream are included; hotel pickup is excluded. 5 from 34 reviews at €115 per person for 4h. In our comparison: #18 of 36 in Sightseeing & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Step into the Matcha capital, Uji, and experience the heart of Japan's finest green tea. Walking through the famous Byodo-in temple, known for its appearance on the 10-yen coin, you will grind tea leaves into matcha powder and drink your fresh matcha tea. A must-try experience for matcha lovers! ⚠️ Prior to the tour, please ensure that WhatsApp is available for easy communication. Our tour guide will use these platforms to contact you. ⚠️ Please wear a mask during the Matcha making workshop. ✅ English Guided Tour – Explore Uji City with our friendly and knowledgeable guide. ✅ Hands-on Matcha Experience – Grind your own matcha powder using a traditional stone mill, then enjoy your freshly made tea with your choice of Japanese sweets or matcha ice cream. ✅ Visit Byodo-in Temple – A UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its stunning architecture featured on the 10-yen coin. ✅ Learn the History of Uji Tea – Discover why Uji is known as Japan’s top region for high-quality green tea. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting point is in front of 711… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 09:30: one departure a day - Food included: Japanese Snacks or Ice Cream - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €115 per person - Duration: 4h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 34 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Operator: Tomodachi Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 09:30 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 5.0 from 34 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 34 of 34. - 5 stars: 34 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Matcha Making Class - Admission Fee: Byodo-in Temple - Japanese Snacks or Ice Cream ## Not included - Hotel Pick-Up ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 09:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point The meeting point is in front of 711 inside Kyoto Station Central Ticket Gate. The guide assigned for the day will provide detailed information via WhatsApp. If you haven't received any communication by 12 hours before, kindly contact us. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Specialized infant seats are available - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health ## Compared with other Sightseeing & City Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #18 of 36** | €115 | 4h | 5.0 (34) | shared | | [10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour](/japan/kyoto/tours/10-must-see-spots-in-kyoto-one-day-private-tour/?format=md) | €168 | 8h | 4.98 (1441) | private | | [Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English Speaking Guide](/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-early-morning-tour-with-english-speaking-guide/?format=md) | €91 | 5h | 4.95 (2124) | shared | | [Private car tour in Kyoto (up to 4)](/japan/kyoto/tours/private-car-tour-in-kyoto-up-to-4/?format=md) | €261 per group | 7h | 5.0 (147) | private | Ranked #18 of 36 in Sightseeing & City Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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