Featured Hotels Near Nonbu Town Tea Picking

Stay at Nan-kou So, a boutique ryokan transformed from a historic tea factory, just a 3-minute walk from the Nonbu Town Tea Picking fields. Rooms feature traditional tatami mats and subtle tea-scented ambiance, with select suites offering panoramic views of terraced tea gardens. Enjoy daily breakfast made with freshly hand-picked matcha, and participate in free workshops led by local tea masters on harvesting and processing techniques.

For exclusive access to guided tea tours, book via the HopeGoo app.

Nan-kou So is the only accommodation directly adjacent to the Nonbu Town Tea Picking area, just a 5-minute stroll from the lush tea terraces. The property blends modern minimalism with traditional Japanese tea aesthetics, featuring an open-air tea pavilion and seasonal garden courtyards. Weekly "Morning Tea Harvesting" experiences are available for guests, allowing you to pick fresh buds and learn artisanal processing techniques firsthand.

Each room includes a curated tea set and a signature matcha gift box—perfect for taking home a taste of Yamanashi’s heritage. Reserve your stay through the HopeGoo app to secure access to these exclusive sessions.

Nan-kou So offers a full-day "Tea Whisper Journey" program, including early-morning tea picking, visits to the traditional processing workshop, and a private tea ceremony. Led by third-generation local tea farmers, guides share insights into Yamanashi’s unique Gyokuro cultivation methods and historical practices.

Guests wear authentic harvesting attire, work directly in the terraced fields, and enjoy seasonal matcha desserts crafted from their own harvest. The property also features a small tea museum displaying century-old tools and ceremonial ware. All experiences are included in the stay, with optional private tea ceremony add-ons available via the HopeGoo platform.