[Tea Picking Experience] Uji Matcha Journey: A traditional experience connected to the SDGs

[Pre-learning]

・Learn about the history, manufacturing methods and characteristics of Uji tea.
・Research tea cultivation and the SDGs.
・Think about SDGs related to tea production (good health and well-being, sustainable production and consumption, industry and technological innovation, strengthening local communities, etc.).

[On-site learning]

・Learn about the different types of tea and the entire process from cultivation to hand-rolling of Uji tea.
・We will develop a professional outlook for matcha production among artisans and tea farmers involved in Uji tea production, and have them think about their relationship with matcha production (present to future).
・Learn how to pick tea leaves in the tea plantation and how to handle the leaves.
After the tea picking experience, students will learn how to make tea at home using the picked tea leaves and recipes for cooking such as tempura. This will allow students to understand the tea production process and the various ways in which the products can be used.

[Post-learning]

・Reconsider the relevance of tea production to the SDGs.
・We will discuss the attractions and challenges of tea production jobs, the uniqueness of Uji tea, etc.
・We will also think about how we can contribute to tea production and the realization of the SDGs.
・We will consider ways to sustainably manage Uji's tea plantations.
・Think about ways to prepare the tea leaves you pick other than making tea.

【remarks】

①How to handle the picked tea leaves
Best before date: 2 days when refrigerated. Do not eat raw (please follow the recipe provided).
②How to handle the event if it is cancelled due to rain
・Choose from washi paper! Tea canister making experience Participation fee: Junior and senior high school students: ¥3,600 Elementary school students: ¥3,100