Nara park & Wazuka tea plantation visit
Joined 2017
In the morning, we will visit Nara Park, Todaiji temple, Kasuga grand shrine. You will have a chance to see, take photos and feed deer. After lunch, we will have a short trip to Wazuka village, the hometown of Uji tea, excellent quality of green tea. The landscape of tea plantations, built on the mountain slope, has 800 years of history. It was designated as the first scenic property of Kyoto Prefecture, as well as one of the Japan Heritages.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At JR or Kintetsu Nara station
Nara Park
We will visit Kasuga grand shrine, Todaiji temple, the biggest wooden structure in the world, and enjoy deer park.
lunch
travel to Wazuka
We will travel to Wazuka, taking JR and a bus (800JPY, 34 minutes)
Wazuka village
We will visit tea plantations on foot or by e-bike. The guide will tell you about Uji green tea, tea plantation, and how the landscape has been made, etc. You will have a time to taste fine quality of Uji tea.
Option) If you like, you will have a chance to visit tea farmer's house at 7,000 JPY.
return to JR Nara station
Ending Point
JR Nara station
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
the guide fee,
the guide transportation fee,
entrance fees,(Todaiji Buddha hall 800JPY)
Your transportation fees (about 2,000JPY)
Lunch(you and me)
If you want to visit a tea farmer's house, it will cost you 7,000JPY per person for 2 hours. Reservation is required.
Tour Important Information
*This tour involves a lot of walking or cycling, so make sure to wear *comfortable shoes.
*This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
*Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Important message from the supplier
The price of the tour includes the guide fee and the guide's transportation fee between home and the travel city.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2017
About Tour Guide Michiko T.
Hi, I'm Michiko.
I'm a national certified English tour guide.Since I was born and raised in Nara, I'm familiar with the sightseeing spots and attractions of Nara, and neighboring city, Kyoto.
Nara and Kyoto, old capitals of Japan, retain time honoured structures and art works. What is more, beautiful gardens and picturesque landscapes are always waiting for you!
I'm also a traveler who especially love to explore local foods and crafts, which have been passed down from generation to generation.
I'll try to guide you with best hospitality. When you have a chance to visit Nara,Kyoto and Osaka, please contact me anytime and join my tour!
I will be looking forward to seeing you.See you soon!
Reviews
“A lovely drive and Tea Plantation Exploration ”
Michiko made my day excursion so easy, comfortable and fun. I wanted to see a tea plantation. Michiko found a farmer, Osamu, who met us in the beautiful rolling hills of Wachea. Osamu drove us to his fields on a solitary road surrounded by Cypress forests. The views were breathtaking. We then went to his home, met his family, learned about the production process and sample tea. It was informative and special. I’m in Japan for 6 weeks. This day will certainly be the highlight of my trip. Miko obliged my wishes in every way. I felt at ease the entire trip. No language barrier or work. Mahalo, Miko!
Michiko T.
Thanks for the great review, Diane. I am also very pleased to have had the opportunity to spend a winter day with you and Osamu in Wazuka Village. Osamu's stories as a tea farmer and tea lover and the scenery of Wazuka Village with its 800 year old tea plantations were fascinating and encouraging. Furthermore, your life stories left a deep impression on me. You may be at a crossroads in your life, but remember that I always wish you happiness. With love.
“A day in kyoto”
Family of 5 had a wonderful guided day with michiko, very informative and adaptable to the whims of the kids. Perfect balance of interesting sites and beautiful walks taking in the monkeys, bamboo forest, ancient gardens and finally sweet making taught by a lovely Japanese craftsman, Would highly recommend for families.
Michiko T.
Thank you for the wonderful review, Michael. I also had a great time with such a generous and caring people like you and your family. I was happy to see you and your family relaxed and enjoyed at every spot. Also everyone's sense of humor made the tour more enjoyable. I'm happy if you could find your favorite things about Japanese culture, nature, people etc. through this walk.
Rachel P.
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Michiko was an outstanding guide from the get go. Her communication was warm and professional. She shared much of her local knowledge and took us to many interesting places in Asuka. We had a fun, relaxed time with her and would give her service more than five stars if we could. We would definitely engage her as a guide again, and will be recommending her in the future.
Michiko T.
Thanks to your wonderful review! It was my great pleasure to introduce my favorite places and people in Asuka. You and Oliver have such relaxing and generous personalities, so I felt as if I hang around with my old friends. Thanks again for choosing Japan for your honeymoon destination, and I hope you will come back sometime in the future. I wish you all the best!
$207/ per group
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