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Kyoto’s Most Unique Tea Tasting Experience



Kyoto’s Most Unique Tea Tasting Experience

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In today’s episode we delve into the serene landscapes of Wazuka, Kyoto’s tea town. Discover the art and tradition of tea farming, where time seems to slow down amidst lush greenery and rolling hills.

Shizuka follows the footsteps of tea farmers in Wazuka, witnessing firsthand the meticulous care and dedication that goes into cultivating some of the finest tea leaves in the world. From nurturing of the tea plants to the precise harvesting techniques, prepare to gain a newfound appreciation for the labor of love behind every cup of tea.

Here, you have the chance to taste various types of tea and explore the many uses of tea in Japan. Whether it is a warm cup of tea in the morning, relaxing cup of matcha with a dessert or a bowl of ochazuke, a filling rice dish with tea, Shizuka tries it all!

Whether you’re a tea enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Wazuka offers a retreat like no other.

FEATURED FOODS
Kyobancha
Sencha of the Spring Sun
Natural Sakura Sencha
Ochazuke
Tea Mochi
Matcha
Dorayaki

LOCATION
Wazuka, Kyoto

TIMELINE
0:00 Intro
0:44 Wazuka, Kyoto’s Tea Town
1:46 Obubu Tea Farm
3:04 Tea Plantation
6:40 Tea Factory
10:15 Tea Lunch
13:45 Matcha
16:40 Outro

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28 Comments

  2. @kurofune.uragabay

    I'm not sure why, but I have the feeling that tea is not the only thing that Matsumoto-san grows on those Kyoto slopes…

  4. @maow9050

    Wow. Beautiful landscape. Thank you for introducing us to this place. That would definitely be worth a trip for us.❤

  5. @luke-xz1gb

    i love watching this channel. how it only has 164k subscribers is a mystery to me. there are channels with millions of subs that wish they are this good. id love to see a japan by food itinerary like "14 days in japan" for easy planning! all the best 🙂

  7. @株式シゲル

    It's not very interesting. Tea is produced in various places such as Shizuoka, Yame, and Sayama. This place seems to be popular with foreigners.

  9. @yokosomike

    Sen no Rikyu, he was a righteous dude. During the 16th century often called the “Christian Century” in Japan, there was actually a biblically based tea ceremony that brought many Japanese to know Jesus. This isn’t talked about so much in Japan but it was the main reason Japan closed its doors to the world and made being a Christian punishable by death up until around the nineteenth century. If you ever want to hear one of the most important and interesting stories about the Japanese tea ceremony during the time of Rikyu… let me know. I’m heading to Uji next month to do a tea experience, I may have to swing around this area while I’m up there. Hey, have you ever done the Yamazaki whisky tour… just curious since your near the area. Awesome video.! Domo Arigato.!

  10. @davidinouye2606

    Thank you for the educational video about the tea town Shizuka. But I was worried you were going to hurt yourself on the "rollercoaster"…yikes!

  13. @adminsupport6444

    Love it! For a second there I thought you guys were going to drive off a cliff with you freaking out ha! I literally was talking to my Japanese wife about these tea farms and what care they require to maintain. We’re quite near in Kizugawa and the Kyoto Nara border. High five to you all. I’m definitely going to stop by for an afternoon with the family. Compi Cheers Machi! ❤

  14. @dinosaurthat

    Im not sure if its ur strategy, but I noticed that Shizuka wears the same clothes.. please dont get me wrong I'm ok with it and I really think that shes beautiful 😀. I personally hate vlog wherein they wear those BIG LUXURY LOGO like I get it u rich im broke haha

  16. @Bad_Karma1968

    Shizuka looking to invest in a tea farm now on top of the brewery and sake distillery ?
    😉
    Great vlog as always

  18. @BBB_025

    I loved learning about Tea Farmer Style Matcha

    Shizuka Style Matcha ❤

  20. @xxCablexx

    the scenery is beautiful, a nice change from the hustle and bustle of the big city, and the tea looks refreshing

  26. @lucasbuff8451

    So nice to see channels really showing the beauty of Japan out of Tokyo and lamen shops. Keep the amazing work.

  27. @EBattousai

    My partner and I went to Wazuka last week for a very similar tasting at dmatcha. I love Obubu and co. trying to generate global interest in tea and tea culture outside of Starbucks matcha latte! One thing you touched on but is really important is that these aging tea farming families, some of them 10–15 generations deep, have no successors, but people like Hiro-san and Daiki-san at dmatcha work with the elders to manage their land for them and keep the fields from going wild and abandoned. Great video!

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