The 4 Nara Tea Experiences That Earn Their Price

1.World Heritage Kyoto & Nara Uji Authentic Matcha Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,573 reviews · from $129Our pick

Leave Kyoto at 7:50 am for a full day in Nara and Uji. Walk through Kasuga Taisha, Nara Park, Nandaimon, and Todai-ji, then enjoy Byodoin Temple, a traditional lunch if selected, and a hands-on matcha-making session at a tea shop with more than 500 years of tradition. Guides such as Nanami, Yuta, Mai, and At-Chan are known for clear explanations and warm group leadership.

“It was an amazing; fun; and informative tour. It was amazing visiting sacred sites; meeting the deers of Nara; etc. It was fun whisking our own Matcha tea. Uji is an interesting place rich in history. Tour guides knowledgable. Thank you so much.”

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2.Nara：Authentic Tea Ceremony(Max 5 ppl) -Master Matcha Making

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · 1 hour · from $46Best value

Spend an intimate hour in a 120-year-old Nara farmhouse with a tea master such as Kurabi, Mike, Hasumi, Mark, or Tate. Learn ceremony etiquette, compare single-origin matcha, prepare your own bowl, and enjoy seasonal wagashi. English and Japanese instruction is available.

“It was amazing! He was so knowledgeable and friendly. He answered all of our questions and taught us how to make great matcha”

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3.5 Type of Tea Tasting & Mindful Tea Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 1h 30m · from $61

In Nara, host Mike welcomes a private group into a traditional wooden house for five local teas, seasonal wagashi, and a calm matcha lesson. You will learn tea etiquette, brew your favorite tea in a pot, and whisk matcha with personal guidance in English.

“The entire atmosphere was so calm, dignified and friendly. We also learned ftom one of the hosts about his particular craft, the making of the bamboo tea whisks used to mix tje matcha tea. The tea was delicioys, too )and normally I am more of a coffee drinker!).”

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4.Tea Tasting&Private Tea Ceremony -Master Matcha Making-

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $63

Meet Mike at Guesthouse Naramachi in Nara for a private 90-minute tea session. Taste five local teas, compare cold and hot brewing, choose a favorite for a pot-brewed serving, then make matcha with one-on-one guidance and enjoy seasonal wagashi.

“My boyfriend and I are from LA and we attended this event on a very cold day in Nara and it was just what we needed! We were able to sample so many teas and the snacks were great too! The hosts were incredibly funny and so accommodating which was so nice.”

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