Utilising upcycled Matcha! Creating matcha incense (Uji, Kyoto)

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Auspicious shape — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

✳︎You makes 6-7 Matcha incense. It warms up to release the aroma of tea. You don't have to worry about the health hazards of smoke.

✳︎The matcha used is the stuff that accumulates in the crevices of the machine and has to be discarded. It is then ordered in fresh.

✳︎The appearance of the incense is therefore in the shape of edible sweets. The beautiful shape of the incense remains after the fragrance has been worn off, so it can be used repeatedly as an aroma stone.

✳︎The clay-like raw material of the incense is soft and has a soothing effect on you.

✳︎The venue is Eshin-in, in the heart of the tourist centre of Uji, Kyoto.Its garden is full of seasonal flowers carefully tended by the abbot.It also overlooks Byodoin Temple on the opposite bank of the Uji River, with a great view.

*Applications possible from 2 persons.

If you choose 'English' as your language of choice, we will arrange an interpreter.(Additional payment of ¥8800 on the day).

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: INCENSE KITCHEN

Ages: Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Discount tickets to the Uji Municipal Tea House and the Tale of Genji Museum.
Included: Each group booking through this website will receive a special gift box of matcha incense (5 pieces)
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: One parking space free of charge
Included: You will take home the 6-7 pieceses incense you have created.

Not included

Not included: If you wish an English interpreter, please select 'English',and pay ¥8,800(per group) on the day.

Itinerary

① Introduction to the world's only ‘matcha incense made from wooden moulds’ and explanation of how to burn it (15 minutes) ② Make 6-7 pieces of matcha incense (45 minutes) The workshop will be held at Eishin-in Temple, located a 5-minute walk from Uji Bridge, the centre of tourism in Uji, Kyoto. The only ingredient used is matcha, which is made from fresh Uji matcha that would otherwise be discarded. It also makes an excellent souvenir for loved ones. *The instructor speaks only Japanese. If you require an English interpreter, please select ‘Language: English’ when making your reservation. An additional fee of 8,800 yen (per group) will be charged on-site. * To avoid keeping other customers waiting, the session will begin promptly at the scheduled start time. Please arrive at the venue 5 minutes prior to the start time.

Stop 1
Eshin-in Temple

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Climb the narrow slope on the left before Fukuju-en. Pass through the gate and continue straight ahead for a while, and you will see the main hall on your left. Behind the main hall, you will see a separate building. That is the venue for the experience.

There is parking for one car.

End point

Climb the narrow slope on the left before Fukuju-en. Pass through the gate and continue straight ahead for a while, and you will see the main hall on your left. Behind the main hall, you will see a separate building. That is the venue for the experience.

There is parking for one car.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The session will be held in a shoe-free room, so infants and small children can relax together.
You can park one car. If the parking lot is full, please use the nearby paid parking lot.
Rates are per person from 15 years of age or older.Children under 14 years old are welcome with adults.
We will start at exactly the start time to keep other customers waiting.Please arrive at the venue 5 minutes in advance.