Kyoto’s matcha culture comes to life on this immersive walking tour. Check out historic teahouses, try traditional sweets, and visit some of the city’s most well known neighborhoods. Explore matcha’s cultural roots through tastings and local stories show a calmer side of Kyoto.
Your Local Expert will explain the cultural significance of matcha and it’s impact on the rest of the world. Sample renowned matcha and other Japanese teas while embracing the traditions that have shaped tea culture for generations.
Where we'll meet
Kyoto Station (Exit 1)Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto
What You'll Do
Meet Your Local ExpertBefore your experience, your Local Expert will contact you via the TOMOGO! app chat.
Authentic Uji MatchaTaste authentic Uji matcha and premium Japanese teas at handpicked historic teahouses.
Tea with Artisanal SweetsPair traditional wagashi sweets with seasonal tea flavors while learning about their cultural significance.
Discove Kyoto’s HeritageStroll through picturesque districts like Gion or Nanzen-ji to discover the deep roots of Kyoto's tea heritage.
Get local recommendations before you goBefore the tour ends, your Local Expert shares their personal picks for the rest of your trip.
Tour Reviews
4.8
(6 reviews)
Amish Bhandari
Mar 26th, 2026
The tour was ok overall, but I’m not sure if I misunderstood what the tour was supposed to be. I was expecting more eating/drinking, but some of the places we went to were really busy. I think this tour is probably better to book when it’s not peak season.
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Tracy San Filipo
Mar 16th, 2026
A nice balance and a good pace
Emily
Mar 1st, 2026
I had such delicious matcha on this tour and even found a great place to get loose leaf tea. You will not be disappointed with this tour!
Katja Täubel
Oct 31st, 2025
As a tea lover I really loved all the facts behind matcha and green tea 💚 and the temple and history with it was just perfect for me.
Daniel
Oct 26th, 2025
Fantastic way to try Japan
Included / Not Included
Included
Your Local Expert throughout the experience.
Pre-experience planning conversation via the TOMOGO! app.
Personalized recommendations before, during, and after your experience.
Flexible stops or itinerary adjustments where applicable.
Not Included
Food and drinks unless specifically stated.
Entrance fees unless specifically stated.
Personal purchases, souvenirs, or optional activities.
Transportation to the meeting point and during the experience.
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Yes, the value of this tour is that you’ll have a Local Expert provide more context about the themes of the tour and the area surrounding it.
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Our Local Experts will take you to shops and locations most tourists visiting on their own will miss and see the area with a brand new perspective.
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Please wear breathable clothing and comfortable footwear for walking.
¥18,920/ person
Free Cancellation
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Possibilité d'arrêts flexibles ou d'ajustements d'itinéraire, le cas échéant.
Omakase Kyoto : Laissez-nous organiser votre aventure sur mesure
Votre expert local tout au long de votre expérience.
Promenade à Kyoto autour du matcha : douceurs, rues et sérénité
Nourriture et boissons, sauf indication contraire.
Kyoto secret : la liste exclusive de nos guides dans les quartiers locaux
Pavillon d'or et ruelles cachées : promenade dans le quartier des temples de Kyoto
Des recommandations personnalisées avant, pendant et après votre expérience.
Mille Torii : Fushimi Inari, sentiers des temples et quartier du saké
Conversation de planification préalable via l'application TOMOGO !
Transport jusqu'au point de rencontre et pendant l'expérience.
Visite à pied de Kyoto : principaux sites touristiques et trésors cachés
Achats personnels, souvenirs ou activités facultatives.
Overview
La culture du matcha à Kyoto prend vie lors de cette visite guidée à pied. Découvrez des maisons de thé historiques, savourez des douceurs traditionnelles et explorez certains des quartiers les plus emblématiques de la ville. Plongez au cœur des racines culturelles du matcha grâce à des dégustations et des anecdotes locales qui vous dévoileront une facette plus paisible de Kyoto.
Votre guide local vous expliquera l'importance culturelle du matcha et son influence à travers le monde. Dégustez des matchas renommés et d'autres thés japonais tout en vous imprégnant des traditions qui ont façonné la culture du thé depuis des générations.
