
Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama
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Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama is a 5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from ¥21,924 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- ¥21,924 per person
• Pick tea leaves in traditional tea-picking attire. • Hand-roll fresh green tea and enjoy tea-leaf tempura. • Taste 3 Sayama teas while learning the tea-making process. Experience Japan’s renowned tea culture on a guided tour of a traditional tea farm in Sayama, Saitama, one of the country’s leading green tea regions. Dress in traditional tea-picking attire before harvesting fresh tea leaves and learning every step of the tea-making process, from cultivation to processing. Then, hand-roll your own fresh green tea using traditional techniques and discover the craftsmanship behind every cup. Complete the experience by enjoying crispy tea-leaf tempura and a tasting of three varieties of Sayama tea while learning about their unique flavors and characteristics. Perfect for tea lovers, this immersive farm experience offers a rare opportunity to connect with Japanese tea traditions in a peaceful countryside setting.
What you get
- Traditional clothes for tea picking
- Tea leaf tempura
- Tea making experience
- Tea tasting with 3 kinds of tea
- Tour of the tea farm
About this experience
• Pick tea leaves in traditional tea-picking attire. • Hand-roll fresh green tea and enjoy tea-leaf tempura. • Taste 3 Sayama teas while learning the tea-making process. Experience Japan’s renowned tea culture on a guided tour of a traditional tea farm in Sayama, Saitama, one of the country’s leading green tea regions. Dress in traditional tea-picking attire before harvesting fresh tea leaves and learning every step of the tea-making process, from cultivation to processing. Then, hand-roll your own fresh green tea using traditional techniques and discover the craftsmanship behind every cup. Complete the experience by enjoying crispy tea-leaf tempura and a tasting of three varieties of Sayama tea while learning about their unique flavors and characteristics. Perfect for tea lovers, this immersive farm experience offers a rare opportunity to connect with Japanese tea traditions in a peaceful countryside setting.
What's included
Included
- Traditional clothes for tea picking
- Tea leaf tempura
- Tea making experience
- Tea tasting with 3 kinds of tea
- Tour of the tea farm
Not included
- Transportation to/from the location
- Tea based lunch (see options)
What you'll see and do
Sayama
Japan is one of the few countries that has given deep importance to tea and the tea-making process, culminating in the formal Japanese tea ceremony. Pick tea leaves, roll your own green tea and taste Sayama tea at a traditional farm. During this Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama, you’ll enjoy picking your own tea leaves while wearing a traditional dress made for this work. You’ll learn where the leaves come from and how they are produced. After that, you’ll make your own fresh hand-rolled tea and tea-leaf tempura. This tour is perfect for tea aficionados. The standard tour includes a 5-hour tea farm experience featuring a guided farm tour, a hands-on tea-making activity, the use of traditional attire for tea picking, tea leaf tempura, and a tasting of three varieties of tea. For guests who wish to enjoy a tea-inspired lunch, please select the corresponding tour option. The tour that includes lunch has a duration of approximately 7 hours, compared to 5 hours for the standard tour.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
The meeting point is in front of the JR Takadanobaba Station Waseda Exit entrance area. The meeting time is at 8:45 a.m. You will receive a Google Maps link in your message after your booking is confirmed. Please make sure to check and confirm the meeting location.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The meeting point is in front of the JR Takadanobaba Station Waseda Exit entrance area. The meeting time is at 8:45 a.m. You will receive a Google Maps link in your message after your booking is confirmed. Please make sure to check and confirm the meeting location.
Options you can book
Farm Tour + Lunch and Dessert
Tea based lunch: Tea rice balls or tea buckwheat noodles, and powdered green tea served over soft serve cream
Saitama Sayama Tea Farm Tour
2026 Schedule
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Thu
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- byFood
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The standard tea farm tour lasts approximately 5 hours, while the tea farm tour that includes lunch lasts approximately 7 hours.
- The tea picking season is usually held from early May until late October.
- Please make sure you arrive 10-15 minutes early for this tour so that you do not miss out.
- Please note that the tour does not include lunch.
- This activity is able to accommodate the following dietary requirements: Gluten-free, Halal, Vegan diet, Vegetarian diet, and Pescetarian diet. Please inform us in advance of your allergy/dietary restrictions..
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 7+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Thu
- Price range
- ¥21,924 to ¥24,359
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by byFood, who run 23 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.6.
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Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama cost?
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Prices start at ¥21,924 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 7. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Shinjuku: Izakaya Food Tour (3-4 Stops, 14+ Tastings), Tokyo: Asakusa Senso-ji Temple & Old Town Walking Tour, Matcha Making Class in Tokyo with Authentic Japanese Sweets Set. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama?
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Included: Traditional clothes for tea picking; Tea leaf tempura; Tea making experience; Tea tasting with 3 kinds of tea; and Tour of the tea farm. Not included: Transportation to/from the location; and Tea based lunch (see options). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama?
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The meeting point is in front of the JR Takadanobaba Station Waseda Exit entrance area. The meeting time is at 8:45 a.m. You will receive a Google Maps link in your message after your booking is confirmed. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama offered in?
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It is offered in Japanese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Tokyo. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for Tea Farm Tour in Sayama, Saitama?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Farm Tour + Lunch and Dessert, Saitama Sayama Tea Farm Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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