--- title: Scenic Green Tea Fields of Hidden Kyoto & Local Tea Exp (Private) lang: en type: tour city: Kyoto country: Japan price: 226 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.98 reviews: 54 duration_minutes: 330 languages: [ja, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 8 of 11 (Tea Ceremony & Matcha) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/scenic-green-tea-fields-of-hidden-kyoto-local-tea-exp-private/ --- # Scenic Green Tea Fields of Hidden Kyoto & Local Tea Exp (Private) **Guidekin's take:** Explore Wazuka's tea fields and cafes supplied by local farmers on a private tour for your party. An air-conditioned vehicle, fuel and flexible pickup and drop-off are included; tea costs extra, stairs are involved and it is priced per group. 4.98 from 54 reviews at €226 per group/vehicle for 5h 30m. In our comparison: #8 of 11 in Tea Ceremony & Matcha, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Journey into the "Otherworldly" landscapes of Kyoto’s hidden tea country. This private tour takes you to Wazuka, the magical village supplying the finest Uji Matcha Highlights: Magical Views Year-Round: Marvel at the famous "Green tea fields reaching to the sky." The manicured, geometric evergreen waves are breathtakingly photogenic in every season—stunningly serene and vivid even in winter! Authentic Tea: Visit local farmer-supplied cafes to taste Japan’s No.1 awarded tea and rich matcha desserts. Enjoy shopping for premium tea at 1/2 to 1/3 of city prices Time Travel: Explore the iconic Byodoin Phoenix Hall, 1,000-year-old architecture survived centuries of war to represent the "Buddhist Pure Land (Paradise)" on Earth. Discover how monks, samurai, and even ninjas shaped tea culture while visiting hidden gems left from ancient monks Ride in Style: Wide area pickup options from 2 big cities, comfortable van for groups or an open-air convertible Mini Cooper for solo travelers ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 11:00, 12:00, 13:00: 3 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €226 per group/vehicle for the Kyoto pickup (5.5h) option; other options up to €272 - Duration: 5h 30m - Rating: 4.98/5 from 54 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: WadaF Tours - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: Japanese, English - Start times: 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.98 from 54 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 54 of 54. - 5 stars: 53 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (2%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Kyoto pickup (5.5h) | €226 per group | English, Japanese | Kyoto start & end: *You CAN'T be dropped off in Osaka with this option Pickup included | | Osaka pickup (6h) | €272 per group | English, Japanese | Duration: 6 hours: *the duration of the tour is heavily depending on traffic and many other circumstances, this is an average duration Osaka start & end: *You can also be dropped off at anywhere in Kyoto city *Shojuin Temple will be substituted to Ikkyuji Temple Pickup included | ## What's included - Fuel & Highway Fee - Pinpoint pickup and drop-off (different start and goal can be set) - Air Conditioned Nissan Van (2-6 pax) / Mini Cooper Convertible (1 pax) ## Not included - Shoju-in - Byodo-In - fee for your own tea is not included ## Itinerary 1. **Byodoin Temple** (2h) - Byodo-in Phoenix Hall, is one of the most beautiful temples in Japan, no wonder it's drawn on Japanese 10-yen coins, expressing the pure land of the Buddhist heaven. 2. **Taste the world’s highest quality green tea and matcha, surpassing even the r...** (1h) - Taste the world’s highest quality green tea and matcha, surpassing even the renowned Uji Tea, which is considered top-tier. Wazuka Tea, however, is purer and more authentic, offering a true Uji Tea experience that outshines tea from Uji itself. The guide will reveal the truth... 3. **Ishitera Tea Plantation** (30m) - The green tea fields to the sky! The impressive "green" views of beutifully planted fields of Kyoto original green "Uji" tea are often introduced on Instagram and photographic websites as "one of the world best views" or "views you must see before you die". This place is... 4. **Ujitawara-cho** (30m) - The one of the most famous area of green tea production in Japan, where Japanese green tea and Matcha were invented We stop at a beautiful tea field where you can walk in one farm and take a magical photo in the middle of the green tea plantations 5. **Shoju-in** (1h 30m) - Seijuin-Temple is located in the south country-side of area of Kyoto. Although it needs an hour drive from Kyoto downtown, it's definitely worthwhile. It's the view of famous love-heart window in the tea room, which has been buzzed on Instagram many times. In this small... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please note that the itinerary may change due to unforeseen circumstances such as unexpected closures, road conditions, or crowd levels. Special seasonal courses (e.g., cherry blossoms, plum blossoms, autumn leaves) may also be offered during specific seasons - Short distance walk and stairs is needed ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €226 | €113 | | 4 | €226 | €57 | | 6 | €226 | €38 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Tea Ceremony & Matcha start at €96 per person. ## Compared with other Tea Ceremony & Matcha | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 11** | €226 per group | 5h 30m | 4.98 (54) | private | | [Private Tea Ceremony and Sake Tasting in Kyoto Samurai House](/japan/kyoto/tours/private-tea-ceremony-and-sake-tasting-in-kyoto-samurai-house/?format=md) | €104 | 1h | 5.0 (191) | private | | [Kyoto Private Tea Ceremony with Tea Master at Home](/japan/kyoto/tours/kyoto-private-tea-ceremony-with-tea-master-at-home/?format=md) | €93 | 1h | 5.0 (65) | private | | [Maiko Dance and Tea Ceremony on a Noh Stage in Kyoto](/japan/kyoto/tours/maiko-dance-and-tea-ceremony-on-a-noh-stage-in-kyoto/?format=md) | €127 | 1h 30m | 4.99 (79) | private | Ranked #8 of 11 in Tea Ceremony & Matcha by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €93 to €133, median €109; typical length 1h 30m. 6 of 11 are private. 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