Tsuzuki district

Tsuzuki is an administrative district in Kyoto Prefecture made up of two towns situated in a rural, hilly area. The landscape features tea farms, small villages, and green hills with traditional buildings scattered throughout.

The district was established in 1879 during Japan's administrative reorganization in the Meiji period. Since then, the region has become known for its tea production.

Tea cultivation shapes daily life here, with farms and processing visible throughout the area. The work of growing and preparing tea is woven into how people organize their time and communities.

The area is rural and best reached by car or local bus, as the towns are spread out across the hills. Plan for longer travel times between locations compared to urban areas.

Despite its rural character, the district has small shops and museums dedicated to traditional tea-making methods. Visitors can see how craftspeople prepare tea using techniques passed down over many generations.

Location: Kyoto Prefecture

Inception: April 10, 1879

GPS coordinates: 34.84650,135.87400

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:58