From Tokyo：Authentic Tea Picking & Farm-to-Table Lunch
Overview
Available seasonally: April–June & September–November only.
Experience authentic Japanese tea culture on a scenic tea farm near Tokyo.
Escape the city and discover the hidden countryside of Kaisei, Kanagawa.
Walk through beautiful tea fields with a local Tea Master, learn how Japanese tea is grown, and pick fresh tea leaves to take home.
Taste a variety of teas, including matcha, sencha, hojicha, Japanese black tea, matcha latte and matcha beer.
Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch featuring freshly prepared vegetable tempura, local rice, and seasonal dishes made with local ingredients.
Vegan and halal-friendly meals are available upon request.
Gluten-free options may be accommodated with advance notice.
Perfect for food lovers, culture seekers, photographers, and anyone looking for an authentic, hands-on experience beyond a traditional tea ceremony.
Discover the journey of Japanese tea from field to teacup while meeting local people in peaceful rural Japan.
What’s included
- ✓Photo and Q&A session with your tea master
- ✓Guided tea farm tour with a local tea master
- ✓Japanese tea tasting (Matcha, Sencha, Hojicha, Matcha latte, etc.)
- ✓Farm-to-table lunch
- ✓Seasonal tea leaf picking
- ✓Take-home tea leaves as a souvenir
Not included
- ✕Transportation to/from the meeting point
- ✕Gratuities (optional)
- ✕Personal purchases (tea products and souvenirs)
Itinerary
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Kaisei-machi · 3h
Begin your day by escaping the city and stepping into the peaceful countryside of Kaisei, Kanagawa. Start with a warm welcome from your tea master, followed by a guided walk through lush green tea fields. Learn how Japanese tea is grown, pick young leaves with your own hands, and take your harvest home as a souvenir. Afterward, enjoy tasting a variety of Japanese teas at your own pace, including matcha, sencha, hojicha, Japanese black tea, matcha latte, and even matcha beer. Then sit down to a farm-to-table lunch featuring freshly prepared vegetable tempura, local rice (try making your own rice balls), a seasonal salad with fruit dressing, and a matcha dessert. This slow-paced, hands-on experience is perfect for travelers seeking an authentic, non-touristy activity. Vegan and halal-friendly options are available, and gluten-free requests may be accommodated with advance notice—please inform us at the time of booking.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- What to bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes
- What to bring: Sun hat or cap and sunscreen
- Not allowed: Bare feet
- Not allowed: Littering
- Not allowed: Nudity
- People with a cold or flu
- People with insect allergies
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
From
$13,600