A Autumn Food & Tea Festival in Kyoto’s Yamashiro Region!
On Sunday, September 27, 2026, the “Uji Tea & Yamashiro Feast Festival” will take place on the grand lawn of Joyo Gori Gori no Oka (Kizugawa Sports Park)!
Celebrating the rich agricultural heritage of southern Kyoto, this open-air festival features dishes and desserts made with famous Uji tea and regional Kyo-vegetables, traditional matcha tea ceremonies, live performances, and local farmer markets.
Event Highlights
- “Gourmet Feast Area”: Enjoy local delicacies and sweets made with Uji tea and seasonal produce, plus fresh farm sales of regional specialties like autumn figs and Kyoto Tanabe eggplants.
- “Uji Tea Area” & Outdoor Tea Ceremony: Experience authentic Uji matcha served in a traditional outdoor setup (Nodate / paid ceremony) surrounded by lush greenery.
- Live Stage Performances: Enjoy energetic dance acts and live music shows performed under the autumn sky on the main lawn.
- Spacious Family-Friendly Venue: Set in a vast grassy park, it’s the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a autumn picnic with local flavors.
Event Information & Access
- Date & Time: September 27, 2026 (Sun) 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM (Rain or shine / Cancelled in severe weather)
- Venue: Joyo Gori Gori no Oka (Kyoto Prefectural Kizugawa Sports Park) Main Lawn
- Address: 82 Tomino Kitagakaito, Joyo-shi, Kyoto
- Admission: Free entry (Separate fees apply for food, drinks, and tea ceremonies).
- Access: Approx. 5-minute walk from JR Nagaike Station (JR Nara Line).
