Experience the essence of Fukuoka's renowned Yame tea and Japanese sake on this exclusive day tour!
From panoramic views of vast tea plantations to hands-on cultural experiences and exquisite tastings, this journey offers a perfect blend of tradition, nature, and gastronomy.
On this tour, you will visit lush green tea fields and experience the deep Japanese tea culture through a traditional tea grinding experience using a tea mill.
A premium sake tasting experience set in a traditional Japanese setting, offering guests an intimate journey through the finest local breweries.
【Stunning Views at Yame Central Tea Garden】 The tour begins at Yame Central Tea Garden, a breathtaking spot featuring vast tea fields. From the observation deck, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the beautifully lush landscape, resembling a green carpet. On clear days, you can even see Ariake Sea and Shimabara Peninsula, making it a perfect location for photography.
【Experience at the Tea Culture Museum】 You will visit the Tea Culture Museum, where you can fully appreciate the charm of Yame tea. ・Lunch at Yame Charyo: Enjoy a meal featuring local ingredients and dishes that highlight Yame tea. ・Matcha Grinding Experience: Participate in a hands-on experience where you grind your own matcha and enjoy it alongside traditional wagashi (Japanese sweets).
【Japanese Sake Tasting at Mori no Kura】 The tour concludes with a sake tasting session at Mori no Kura. In a special space called "Mori no Hanare," you will have the opportunity to sample various types of Japanese sake.
This tour offers a luxurious experience where you can savor two major local specialties of Fukuoka—Yame tea and Japanese sake—all in one day. Enjoy the beautiful natural scenery while indulging in the rich flavors of local cuisine in this well-rounded itinerary.
【Yame Central Tea Plantation】 Yame tea, also known as "Fukuoka's Yame tea" or "Yame-cha" in Japanese, is a renowned green tea produced in Fukuoka Prefecture which is is famous for producing high-quality gyokuro, a premium shade-grown green tea.
【Mori no Hanare】 Mori no Hanare is located on the premises of Mori no kura, a sake brewery in Kurume City.In addition to enjoying sake while gazing at the Japanese garden, visitors can purchase standard sake, seasonal sake, and sake only available at Mori no Hanare.
【Shared Bus Tour】