First Sunday of October

宇治茶まつり (Uji Matcha Festival)

Matcha's home town in October.

Held on the first Sunday of October in Uji, the historic heart of Japanese matcha. Tea ceremonies, matcha grinding demonstrations and cultural events across the Ujigami Shrine and Byōdō-in area. Organised by the Uji Cha Association.

Dates and venues shift year to year. Check the event’s own site before booking travel.