Wazuka Tea Plantation — Attraction in Wazuka

Great little cafe that also rents electronic bikes to cycle around the area. The staff are really friendly and helpful. Ask for a map for cycling and walking routes. The routes are not too difficult but having Google maps to check if you are still on the path would be useful, if not some signages are placed around town though you have to look out for it. The cafe sells lots of matcha merchandise you could buy as gifts or for yourself. Though this town is quite a distance away, if you have a spare day it makes a good day...

We wanted a tea experience without many tourists and this was it! The road we took was steep and winding through the tea hills. Gorgeous drive! The shop and cafe were great! Everything was labeled in Japanese and English and they let us sample most of the main teas. Prices were reasonable and they have organic and pesticide free matcha along with many other teas. The staff was so helpful answering questions and giving recommendations and the owner even gave us a tissue holder hand sewn by her mother from previously loved...

One of the most beautiful Japanese countryside area of Kyoto pref. The most beautiful views (of the most photos) are in Ishidera district, a bit far from Wazuka’s tea plantation area. But here has a few shops and cafes you can buy and drink real green tea or Matcha directly sold by local farmers. (The cafe in Ishidera’s view spot is often irregulary closed) Public transfers are poor so better to take a taxi from the closest train station or a car tour...