Stone Grind Matcha
Matcha is produced by grinding tencha tea leaves into powder, traditionally using a stone mill specifically made for matcha production, termed chausu in Japanese.
Chausu are made of granite and are suitable for producing small quantities of matcha. Often hand-etched by skilled artisans, chausu slowly and meticulously grind tencha into a powder by using consistent force. As the mill spins, tencha leaves are pushed from the center to the outer mill, where the grooves become considerably finer. This slow and meticulous method ensures the tea leaves aren’t damaged by excessive heat or friction.
The result is the gentle aroma known as hika (fire fragrance) and an exceptionally delicate, light and fluffy powder—now termed matcha. Labor intensive and time consuming, only around 40g of matcha per hour can be produced via stone grinding.
In this matcha grinding experience, you will grind tencha--grown right here in Kyoto--with a chausu and then enjoy it either as matcha or sprinkled over vanilla ice cream ❤︎
Experience Duration: 40 minutes
What You'll Do
Grind Kyoto grown tencha into matcha and then enjoy it freshly served.
What's Included
☆ Matcha grinding experience
☆ Refreshments
What's Not Included
Any guest purchases
Guest Requirements
Guests are required to behave in a civil and respectable manner.
As the places we visit are typically unknown to foreign tourists, you will be expected to absorb the local customs.
If you are unsure, please ask your concierge prior to arrival and we can send you our etiquette guide.
Activity Level
Low
While a bit of muscle is required to turn the stone mill, this is a low energy excursion activity.
Accessibility Level
Guests must be 10 years of age or older
How To Order
The Stone Grind Matcha experience can only be purchased in combination with a Tour and not as a standalone experience.
To Order:
1: Adjust the quantity to match the number of tour attendees. For example, if four people are attending, then the quantity should be set to 4.
2: Add experience to cart.
3: Add any additional Add-Ons to cart.
4: Prior to checkout, ensure there is one or more Tours added to your cart. The date of the experience will be the same date of the tour selected.
5: Check out to complete reservation. Our Concierge will contact you shortly thereafter to confirm logistics and answer any questions.
Once confirmed, you will be sent a payment link. Payment is due within 24 hours of the link being sent and payment constitutes a placed order.
Cancellation Policy
5 Days or Less Prior To Tour or Experience Start Date: 100% of Order Amount Reserved As Cancellation Fee; 0% of Order Amount Returned
For more details, reference our Cancellation & Refund Policy.
Pairs well with
This experience must be purchased in combination with a tour
Adjust the quantity to match the number of experience attendees
All tour additions subject to experience availability checks
Stone Grind Matcha
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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Did You Know?
Did You Know?
In Uji, stone mills used in matcha grinding were primarily made from boulders and diabase found in the Uji River. These natural stones are known for their durability and beautiful finish. As mining for Uji stones has become increasingly difficult, other materials, such as granite is now commonly used.
Sample Itinerary
3 PM
Learn the Basics
After a quick demonstration, you will be ready to try your hand and stone grinding matcha.
Pairs Well With
Matcha Tea Ceremony Demonstration
Tradition unchanged for 450 years. Experience a Japanese matcha tea ceremony demonstration in a tranquil environment.