1-Day Tour from Nagoya: Wagashi Workshop & Matcha Tea Field Tour
Explore the centuries-old traditions and craftsmanship behind the components of Japanese tea ceremony as you are led by a local, English-speaking guide from Nagoya. This tour will take you on a deep dive into the production and cultural significance of one of Japan’s most beloved exports—matcha gre
📍Meeting point: Your guide will meet you at the SILVER clock tower and will be holding a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS sign. If arriving by Shinkansen, the SILVER clock tower will be straight ahead as you exit the gate. If coming via JR, follow signs to the Taiko-Dori Gate; the silver clock is near the Taiko-Dori exit.
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 1hAt our first stop, you will learn more about nerikiri—what they consist of and how they are made. Then, you will try your hands at making two of these beautiful confections for yourself.
Stop 2
⏱ 30 minYour tour guide will lead you through the tea fields and explain not only how tea is grown, but also what makes the tea leaves from this region such a premium ingredient.
Stop 3
⏱ 1hAdmission includedAt a historical tea house and garden, you will have a chance to relax as you sip a cup of Nishio matcha served alongside your handmade Neirkiri sweets.
Stop 4
⏱ 1hAdmission includedTour a matcha factory where you will get a behind the scenes look at how matcha is made. You will also have the rare opportunity to grind matcha from locally grown leaves using a traditional matcha mill. There will also be plenty of time to shop for matcha and all other manner of tea related products to bring home as a reminder of your time in Japan.
What’s Included
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Tea and coffee
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Lunch
What to Bring
- •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
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$202.3