Utilising upcycled Matcha! Creating matcha incense (Uji, Kyoto)

The matcha that accumulates in the gaps between machines and is discarded is ordered while it is still fresh and used to make incense.

A special incense burner that can easily recreate the pleasant aroma of tea

You will also see a demonstration of the traditional way of burning incense using charcoal and ash.

Duration1h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Group sizeUp to 8 travelers

Overview

✳︎You makes 6-7 Matcha incense. It warms up to release the aroma of tea. You don't have to worry about the health hazards of smoke.
✳︎The matcha used is the stuff that accumulates in the crevices of the machine and has to be discarded. It is then ordered in fresh.
✳︎The appearance of the incense is therefore in the shape of edible sweets. The beautiful shape of the incense remains after the fragrance has been worn off, so it can be used repeatedly as an aroma stone.
✳︎The clay-like raw material of the incense is soft and has a soothing effect on you.
✳︎The venue is Eshin-in, in the heart of the tourist centre of Uji, Kyoto.Its garden is full of seasonal flowers carefully tended by the abbot.It also overlooks Byodoin Temple on the opposite bank of the Uji River, with a great view.

*Applications possible from 2 persons.
* If you choose 'English' as your language of choice, we will arrange an interpreter.(Additional payment of ¥8800 on the day).

What's included

Discount tickets to the Uji Municipal Tea House and the Tale of Genji Museum.
Each group booking through this website will receive a special gift box of matcha incense (5 pieces)
All Fees and Taxes
One parking space free of charge
You will take home the 6-7 pieceses incense you have created.

If you wish an English interpreter, please select 'English',and pay ¥8,800(per group) on the day.

What to expect

① Introduction to the world's only ‘matcha incense made from wooden moulds’ and explanation of how to burn it (15 minutes)
② Make 6-7 pieces of matcha incense (45 minutes)

The workshop will be held at Eishin-in Temple, located a 5-minute walk from Uji Bridge, the centre of tourism in Uji, Kyoto.

The only ingredient used is matcha, which is made from fresh Uji matcha that would otherwise be discarded.

It also makes an excellent souvenir for loved ones.

*The instructor speaks only Japanese. If you require an English interpreter, please select ‘Language: English’ when making your reservation. An additional fee of 8,800 yen (per group) will be charged on-site.

* To avoid keeping other customers waiting, the session will begin promptly at the scheduled start time. Please arrive at the venue 5 minutes prior to the start time.

Eshin-in Temple

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Climb the narrow slope on the left before Fukuju-en. Pass through the gate and continue straight ahead for a while, and you will see the main hall on your left. Behind the main hall, you will see a separate building. That is the venue for the experience.
There is parking for one car.

End point

Climb the narrow slope on the left before Fukuju-en. Pass through the gate and continue straight ahead for a while, and you will see the main hall on your left. Behind the main hall, you will see a separate building. That is the venue for the experience.
There is parking for one car.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The session will be held in a shoe-free room, so infants and small children can relax together.
You can park one car. If the parking lot is full, please use the nearby paid parking lot.
Rates are per person from 15 years of age or older.Children under 14 years old are welcome with adults.
We will start at exactly the start time to keep other customers waiting.Please arrive at the venue 5 minutes in advance.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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