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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!

Take in the view of the vast Yame Central Tea Plantation that spans 70 hectares wide. Visit 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 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.

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.

Located in Yame close to Green Monster Cafe (20 minutes by car) is Craft Inn 手 [té], an inn operated by UNA Laboratories that was renovated from a traditional Japanese building. From the furniture to the fixtures, bath, and decorations, every aspect of the inn highlights the craftsmanship of local artisans. An overnight stay at Craft Inn 手 [té] paired with a craft tour is a great way to experience the spirit of Kyushu and its craftspeople! Learn more about Craft Inn 手 [té] and reserve a room here.