Private Tea & Soba Experience at a Farmer’s Home

5.0 (12 reviews) Shizuoka, Japan
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

This tour is created for just one or two guests.
We specialize in fully private tours limited to one group at a time
Escape the crowds and discover the true spirit of Japan. Our countryside tour invites you into the warm home of a local tea farming family, where you can experience everyday rural life far from the usual tourist routes. Enjoy a peaceful day surrounded by tea fields, taste freshly brewed Japanese tea, try your hand at making soba noodles, and stroll through the scenic farm landscape. This is a rare chance to connect with local people, savor homemade flavors, and explore the slower, more authentic side of Japan.

What's included

  • Viewpoint Visit
  • Soba
  • Tea Plantation Walk
  • Tea Ceremony
  • Japanese sweets

What to expect

  1. 4h
    Participants will spend a relaxing day at a local family-owned tea farm in Shizuoka, experiencing the charm of rural life. They can:
    Walk through vibrant tea fields and learn about traditional tea cultivation
    Make soba noodles from scratch and enjoy their own freshly prepared soba for lunch
    Participate in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony
    Learn about Japanese tea, its history, types, and brewing techniques
    Stroll around the farm and nearby scenic viewpoints, taking in the peaceful countryside
    Enjoy traditional Japanese sweets
    This hands-on tour gives guests a glimpse into everyday life on a Japanese tea farm, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the family, enjoy authentic rural experiences, and escape the typical tourist routes.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Shinkansen Ticket Gate Exit, Shizuoka Station
(Please wait outside the Shinkansen ticket gate, after you exit.)

End point

Shinkansen Ticket Gate Exit, Shizuoka Station
(Please wait outside the Shinkansen ticket gate, after you exit.)

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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
  • Please note that we cannot accommodate dietary restrictions such as gluten-free, vegetarian, or allergies.

Cancellation policy

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

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5.0 (12)
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