Learn to Brew Delicious Yame Tea from a Tea Farmer and Walk in the Tea Fields (1hr)
Yame City is a major producer of Japanese tea with the largest plantation in the city called the Yame Central Tea Plantation. On this tour, visit the Green Monster cafe located at the top of the tea fields. An observation deck nearby provides a view of the green, carpet-like landscape below. After walking through the fields, learn how to brew Yame’s sweet and umami-filled tea with the guidance of a tea farmer.
- ● Visit a café with a spectacular view overlooking a 70-hectare large tea plantation - about 14 times the size of the Tokyo Dome!
- ● Walk around and take photos in the tea fields with a tea farmer.
- ● Learn how to brew delicious Yame tea with guidance from a tea farmer.
- ● A dessert plate made using Yame tea is included.
- Taiki Nishimura 西村 太喜 Representative director of Healing Space
- Taiki is a third-generation tea farmer. While preserving the brand of Yame tea known throughout the country, Taiki works to spread the appeal of Yame tea by running the Green Monster cafe at the observatory space of the Yame Central Tea Plantation. Taiki’s goal is to make Yame tea more accessible and enjoyable, especially for the younger generation.
Learn How to Make Delicious Yame Tea Directly From a Tea Farmer
The taste of Japanese tea changes dramatically depending on how it is brewed. Learn how to brew delicious tea from a tea farmer who is well-versed in the world of tea. After watching the tea farmer’s example, brew a cup of tea yourself, taking note of the water temperature and brewing time. By learning the techniques of brewing tea, you can enjoy a delicious cup even at home!
14 Times Larger Than the Tokyo Dome! A Splendid View of the Tea Fields Below
Take in the view of the vast Yame Central Tea Plantation that spans 70 hectares wide. Walk through the tea field with a tea farmer and take in the spectacular scenery. While touching the branches and leaves, listen to the history of Yame tea and the plantation, and learn from the farmer how the tea is grown and managed.
Enjoy Yame Japanese Black Tea and Yame Tea Sweets
Enjoy a lovely dessert made with Yame tea! The dessert plate is served with Yame black tea – a different tea than what is served during the brewing experience.
Green Monster – A Cafe with a Remarkable View of the Yame Central Tea Plantation
70 hectares of green tea fields stretch far and wide over gently sloping hills at the Yame Central Tea Plantation. This area is a major production area for Fukuoka’s signature brand of tea, Yame Tea. The plantation was formed by developing 103 hectares of mountainous forest during a “prefectural pilot project” between 1969 and 1973. The magnificent scenery has become widely known, and from the observatory, the Ariake Sea and Shimabara Peninsula can be seen on a clear day.
The concept of the Green Monster cafe was imagined by a young tea farmer who opened its doors in 2023 as a place for people to enjoy tea.
＼Testimonials of Past Participants／
- ・It was a wonderful experience to listen to the tea grower’s story followed by a chance to enjoy his tea.
- ・This was my first visit to a tea plantation, so it was a great new experience!
| Tour Code | GFYM16 |
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| Dates | Tuesday, Friday 14:00-15:00, Request type *Tours are unavailable from mid-April to mid-May due to the peak season |
| Duration | 1 hour |
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| Language | Japanese *We can help arrange for an English interpreter (additional cost required). Please contact us if necessary: tour@unalabs.jp |
| Participants | Minimum 2/ Maximum 6 |
| Meeting Location | Green Monster Cafe 2042-2 Hon, Yame, Fukuoka 834-0015 *Free parking is available on-site.
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| Reservation Deadline | Up to 7 days before the start of the tour |
| Payment Method | Advance payment by credit card (VISA, Master, Amex, JCB) using a form once the request has been confirmed. |
| Attire | You are welcome to wear any clothes you like. Please note that there will be some walking on the ground during the tea plantation walk. |
| What to Bring | All the items necessary for the experience are provided. |
| Notes |
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| Cancellation Policy | 3 to 1 day(s) preceding the tour start date: 50% of the tour fee Before departure on the day of the tour: 100% of the tour fee No-show without prior notification or cancellation after the start of the tour: 100% of the tour fee |
Travel Planning: Implementation
- UNA Laboratories Inc. (Fukuoka Prefectural Governor Registration #2-951)
- 3-12-22-302 Yakuin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka-shi, Fukuoka Prefecture 810-0022
- TEL: 092-982-7956E-MAIL: tour@unalabs.jp
- Domestic Certified Travel Supervisors:
Aya Tamura, Noriko Yahata, Rei Watanabe - Business Hours:
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (Closed Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays) - *Requests received outside of business hours will be processed the following business day.
- *Domestic Certified Travel Supervisors are responsible for transactions held at the sales office that processes customers’ travel. Please do not hesitate to contact the aforementioned Domestic Certified Travel Supervisors with any questions or concerns regarding the travel contract.
Tour Information
- Dates
- Dates: Tuesday, Friday 14:00-15:00 Request type
(Tours are unavailable from mid-April to mid-May due to peak season)
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Recommended Age
- Suitable for All Ages
- Price
- 2,900yen (tax included)
- Remarks
- Items included in the tour price:
Tea-making lecture, experience, and dessert plate