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Using upcycled matcha! Making smokeless matcha incense (Uji, Kyoto)
Using upcycled matcha! Making smokeless matcha incense (Uji, Kyoto)
The matcha that accumulates in the gaps between machines and is discarded is ordered while it is still fresh and used to make incense.
You will also see a demonstration of the traditional way of burning incense using charcoal and ash.

Using upcycled matcha! Making smokeless matcha incense (Uji, Kyoto)

By INCENSE KITCHEN
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,216 per adult
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Overview

· We make the only incense in the world that is made only from matcha.It is heated without burning to produce aroma.You don't have to worry about the health hazards of smoke.

・The matcha tea used has accumulated in the gap of the machine and has to be discarded.I'm getting that while it's still fresh.You participate in eco-friendly activities while having fun.

・You will use wooden molds for making traditional Japanese sweets, custom-made for incense.It looks like an edible pastry.It is also the only incense maker in the world that uses a confectionery wood mold.

・You will receive a special incense burner that can be folded into small pieces.You can take it home and enjoy the scent immediately at home.It is also a great souvenir.

・Create 5-6 incense sticks.You can choose from many wooden molds.There are many cute shapes and things that represent the four seasons of Japan, so you'll be excited when choosing a wooden shape.

· The ingredients of the clay incense are soft and have a healing effect on your mind.And this is for kids who like to play with clay.

・The event will be held at Eshin-in Temple in the center of Kyoto Uji tourism.The garden has many seasonal flowers carefully maintained by the priest.It is a place with a good view overlooking Byodo-in Temple on the other side of the Uji River.

※Please apply for two or more people.

Activity location

  • Eishin-in Temple
    • 67 Yamada
    • 611-0021, Uji, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Eishin-in Temple
    • 67 Yamada
    • 611-0021, Uji, Kyoto, Japan

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From 2 people: Matcha incense making experience (price for 1 adult)
  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h1h
  • Japanese
Language options: Japanese
Starting time: 10:30
Price details
P 4,215.64 x 2 AdultsP 8,431.28
Total
Price is P 8,431.28
Until Fri, Nov 8

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedYou will be asked to take home the incense you have made, as well as a special incense burner and candle.
  • What's includedWhat's includedFree parking for one car
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's includedWhat's includedDiscount tickets for Uji Municipal Teahouse and Tale of Genji Museum
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEnglish interpreter (if necessary, apply at time of booking) Additional charge 8,800 yen (per group) must be paid on the day

Know before you book

  • 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.

Activity itinerary

① Introduction to the world's only matcha incense made in a wooden shape, and explanation of how to burn it (15 minutes) ② Make 6-7 maccha incense (45 minutes) Everyone will receive an incense burner (smaller when folded) suitable for the aroma of matcha tea! This event will be held at Eshin-in Temple, a temple located a five-minute walk from Ujibashi Bridge, the tourist center of Kyoto Uji. The only ingredient for the fragrance is matcha.It is also made from recycled fresh Uji matcha, which is discarded. It is also a perfect souvenir for your loved ones. ※The instructor is in Japanese only.Reservations are required at least one week in advance if you wish to interpret in English.Please write "English interpreter desired" in the "Special requirement" field when making your reservation.Please pay an additional ¥8800 (per group) on the day. (Please note that an interpreter may not be available within a week.) * We will start at the start time to avoid waiting for other customers.Please arrive at the venue 5 minutes in advance.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESEishin-in Temple
    • 67 Yamada
    • 611-0021, Uji, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEEishin-in Temple
    • 67 Yamada
    • 611-0021, Uji, Kyoto, Japan

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