Kyoto WAKIMIZU Half Day Tour: Secrets of Matcha & Wagashi Sweets
- Discover the Secret of Kyoto's Flavors: Uncover the importance of "Wakimizu" (spring water) in crafting exquisite Matcha tea and Wagashi sweets.
- Explore Hidden Spring Water Spots: Visit unique locations in the city and taste the distinct characteristics of each spring.
- Delve into Kyoto's Water Culture: Learn about the historical and cultural significance of spring water in daily life, tea ceremonies, and Wagashi making.
- Indulge in a Special Matcha & Wagashi Experience: Conclude your tour with a tasting of Matcha and exclusive Namagashi sweets at a 200-year-old Japanese confectionery shop.
Options
1-Day Tour
Inclusions
Admission to attractions
English-speaking guide
Professional guide
Lunch
Refreshments
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Exclusions
Other personal expenses
Additional Info
Participants must be aged 13+ to travel
Fitness Level Requirement: Beginner
What's included in Kyoto WAKIMIZU Half Day Tour: Secrets of Matcha & Wagashi Sweets
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- Departure: Meet the operator at 13:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. A Tranquwell representative will meet you at Nishiromon Gate of Yasaka Shine..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded
- [Attraction/experience] 20 min(s), Guided tour, Yasaka Shrine, Our walking tour of hidden spring water sources begins at Yasaka Shrine.
- [Attraction/experience] 10 min(s), Guided tour, Nishiki Tenmangu, This sacred spring water, said to be blessed by Tenjin, the deity of learning, is believed to grant protection from misfortune, wisdom, and success in academic pursuits.
- [Attraction/experience] 10 min(s), Guided tour, Hiyoke Tenmangu, The sacred spring water of this shrine, revered as a fire-preventing deity, has a fascinating history, including its miraculous protection during the late Edo period's Hamaguri-gomon Incident.
- [Dining] 30 min(s), Afternoon tea, Kameya Yoshinaga, The tour concludes at a 200-year-old confectionery, where you'll enjoy matcha and exclusive namagashi (fresh Japanese sweets).
- [Return] 15:40, at Kyoto Station, Kyoto Station: The tour is scheduled to end at 3:40 PM at Sendai Station.
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This tour explores the secrets of "WAKIMIZU," the key to the deliciousness of Japanese matcha and wagashi.
Many of you have already tasted matcha and wagashi. But do you know why they are so delicious? The secret lies in "WAKIMIZU" (spring water), which is indispensable for making wagashi and preparing matcha.
Kyoto is located in a basin blessed with abundant groundwater. Since ancient times, people have used spring water not only for daily life but also for tea ceremonies and making wagashi.
On this tour, we will visit hidden spring water spots in the city and taste the water on the spot. While enjoying the different flavors of each spring, let's explore the secrets of "WAKIMIZU" nurtured by history and culture.
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Venues
- Yasaka Shrine Otabisho
