Experience the deep allure of matcha in Minamiyamashiro Village—join us for the Matcha Tasting Event! Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Minamiyamashiro

On Saturday, November 28, 2026, we will host a “Matcha Tasting Event” for guests staying at the Fairfield by Marriott Kyoto Minamiyamashiro, featuring Japanese tea instructor Mika Hasegawa as the guest speaker.

Minamiyamashiro Village, the only village in Kyoto Prefecture, is known as the primary production area for “Uji tea,” one of Japan’s most renowned tea brands, and is a region where the culture of tea production remains very much alive today. This event will focus on “matcha”—a tea that has gained popularity both in Japan and abroad—and will introduce three varieties of matcha produced in Minamiyamashiro Village. Please enjoy the experience of preparing matcha while comparing the aromas of these three varieties, each with its own distinct intensity and flavor, and selecting your favorite.

At the adjacent roadside station, “Ocha no Kyoto Minamiyamashiro Village,” matcha desserts and drinks made with tea leaves from Minamiyamashiro Village are very popular. Why not embark on a journey to experience the tea culture passed down through generations in Minamiyamashiro Village and the profound world of matcha.