Highlights

Shape premium zero-waste Uji matcha into beautiful, seasonal incense confections
Craft eco-friendly smokeless incense that lets you enjoy pure green tea aromas at home
Support sustainable tourism by transforming local food-loss tea leaves into elegant fragrance
Enjoy an intimate workshop experience inside a peaceful and historic Kyoto temple setting
Take home your custom-made incense as a special memory of Kyoto

What to expect

Discover the art of sustainable incense making at this hands-on Kyoto workshop. Guests will use authentic wooden molds to craft smokeless Uji matcha tea confections, blending historic temple culture with mindful, eco-friendly fragrance design.

What's included

Workshop fee
6 to 7 pieces of handmade matcha incense to take home
English-speaking interpreter
All materials and ingredients
Japanese-speaking guide
English-speaking assistant

About this experience

Starting at: 10:30, 13:30

Schedule

Meet at Eshinin Temple
Introduction to Traditional Japanese Incense
Learn about the fascinating history, culture, and deep roots of traditional incense in Japan.
Discover Matcha Incense
Discover the unique story behind our eco-friendly Uji matcha incense and its sustainable connection to tea culture.
Hands-On Matcha Incense Making Workshop
Craft your very own premium incense! Instructor will guide you gently through every step, so even complete beginners can join with peace of mind.
Take Your Custom Incense Home
You will make about 6 to 7 pieces of matcha incense, which are ready to take home with you on the same day as a perfect souvenir.
Dismissal on Site

Location and Directions

Check-in / Check-out
Eshin-in Temple
Yamada-67 Uji, Kyoto 611-0021
・A 10-minute walk from Keihan Uji Station
・Important Notice: The workshop takes place at Eshinin Temple (恵心院), not at the INCENSE KITCHEN office. Please make sure to double-check the location before arrival, as many guests mistake the two places.
・Venue Address (Eshinin Temple): 67, Uji Yamada, Uji City, Kyoto