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MINAMATA TEA FLIGHT | Two Organic Tea Gardens, Side by Side
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Approximately 50 minutes
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1 person(s) or more
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0 yrs or older
Plan Overview
Minamata and Ashikita are home to two Japanese black teas with completely different characters. One is produced by Kajihara Tea Garden using the "Benifuki" cultivar from the Tsuge district of Ashikita Town; this tea won the world's top honor, "Best in Show" at THE LEAFIES 2022. The other comes from Ten no Seicha-en in the Ishitobi district of Minamata City, made from native tea bushes over 90 years old—cultivated for 47 years without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers.
You will taste and compare teas from these two gardens, which differ in altitude, soil composition, and water hardness. Feel free to enjoy the experience at your own pace, reading the provided bilingual (Japanese/English) leaflet without the need for a guided commentary. To conclude, the tasting is paired with a pie made from pesticide-free *amanatsu* citrus.
The 45-minute session offers the perfect amount of time to discover the unique qualities of tea from this region.
■ Program Outline
* Side-by-side tasting to compare the two teas and explore differences in soil, altitude, and production methods.
* Enjoy the tea alongside seasonal sweets, such as the *amanatsu* pie from "Un Cinq" (An-Sanku).
- Start Time
- 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00 / 17:00
- Min. Persons to Book
- From 1 person(s)
- Regarding the operating of the activity
- [Capacity] From 1 person
[Language Support] No guide is provided. You can enjoy the experience at your own pace using Japanese and English leaflets.
Price
Base Cost
Included in the base cost
Tasting of two varieties of Japanese black tea, Amanatsu orange pie, and a dedicated leaflet (Japanese/English; yours to keep).
Cancellation Policy
Up to 21 days before the start date: Free
20 to 8 days before: 20% of the tour price
7 to 2 days before: 30% of the tour price
The day before: 40% of the tour price
On the day (before the start): 50% of the tour price
After the tour starts / No-show without notice: 100% of the tour price
Payment Method
Pay on arrival: Cash only
Access
- Meeting Point
- Meet at activity location⇒Yunotsuru Guest House Tsurunoya
1421-11 Yude, Minamata City, Kumamoto Prefecture 867-0025
- About Meeting Point
- Yunotsuru Geihinkan Tsurunoya (or Tsunagi Art Museum Cafe)
Note
● Wheat, dairy, eggs, and citrus fruits are used (specifically in the Amanatsu orange pie). Please inform us of any allergies when making your reservation.
● This experience focuses on comparing different teas that contain caffeine (Item ② involves tasting 6–8 varieties). Decaffeinated (caffeine-free) options are not available. We do not recommend participation for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or avoiding caffeine for health reasons. If you have any concerns, please consult us before booking.
● Service is available only during the facility's operating hours.