About Us
Wazuka Town
Wazuka is located in the southern part of Kyoto
It has long been known as a production center of high quality sencha green tea because of its favorable soil conditions and the fog created by the large temperature difference between day and night.
Wazuka Tea
Uji tea is one of the most famous teas in Kyoto, and Wazuka is the largest tea-producing region.
The entire town is dotted with tea plantations and is known as a "Chagenkyo(Teatopia)." The scenery of this area was the first to be registered as a scenic asset of Kyoto Prefecture as a form of livelihood that should be preserved for future generations, and in 2015 it was recognized as a "Japan Heritage" site.
In addition, the area boasts the nation's largest production of tencha, the raw material used to make matcha green tea.
UEJIMA SOUROKUEN
Uejima Sourokuen is a historic tea estate located in Wazuka, Kyoto.
While Uji tea is renowned worldwide, it is Wazuka that serves as the heart of its production, cultivating approximately half of all Uji tea leaves. Tea production in this region dates back to the Kamakura period (1185–1333), and our family has proudly tended to these fields since the Edo period.
In 2025, to honor our long-standing traditions and ensure a stable, continuous supply of exceptional tea for generations to come, we transitioned to a corporate structure. By strengthening our operational foundation, we pledge to pursue a sustainable and resilient production system.
We invite you to delight your eyes with its vibrant color, find peace in its aroma, and savor its profound flavor.
Wazuka-cha Cafe
You can enjoy both Wazuka tea sold directly from local farmers and the sweets made with Wazuka tea. And it also provides tourist information, rental bicycles, and maps.
Uejima Sourokuen is actively involved in the operation of this "Wazuka-cha Cafe" and also sells a variety of products.
Please be sure to drop by.
