Where to go for Matcha in Kyoto

Matcha is a finely ground powder made from green tea leaves. While matcha has spread to be a globally loved and consumed flavor; arguably the best matcha in the world can be found in Uji, Kyoto. Uji is a district of Kyoto known as the birthplace of traditional Japanese tea ceremonies, and people from all over Japan flock to this district to try authentic and fresh matcha treats. If you are taking time to explore all of the hidden treasures and traditional architecture and culture of Kyoto, you need to include an afternoon enjoying matcha as part of your checklist.

TEO KAFON, Ippodo Tea Store, Marukyu-Koyamaen 丸久小山園 西洞院店, Kyōto Sagano maison matcha cafe, Maccha House, Saryō Tsujiri Kyōto Isetan, Nishiki Ichiha, nana's green tea, Umezono CAFE & GALLERY, GOCHIO Cafe, Jouvencelle, Kyo-Baum Gion North, Nakamura Tōkichi Head Shop

• TEO KAFON in Kyoto, Japan

  
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• Ippodo Tea Store, Japan

  
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• Marukyu-Koyamaen 丸久小山園 西洞院店 in Kyoto, Japan

  
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• Kyōto Sagano maison matcha cafe in Kyoto, Japan

  
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• Maccha House in Kyoto, Japan

  
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• Saryō Tsujiri Kyōto Isetan in Kyoto, Japan

  
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• Nishiki Ichiha in Kyoto, Japan

  
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• nana's green tea in Kyoto, Japan

  
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• Umezono CAFE & GALLERY in Kyoto, Japan

  
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  Located in the center of Kyoto, visit Umezono cafe and gallery for decadent Matcha desserts and tea. Umezono is famous for its fluffy matcha pancakes topped with red bean paste.

• GOCHIO Cafe, Japan

  
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  This cafe has delicious matcha drinks and desserts as well as a menu of savory food to make it a great place to have breakfast or lunch. Gochio cafe also serves Matcha flavored beer and matcha soda.

• Jouvencelle in Kyoto, Japan

  
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  Matcha flavored fondue? Yes, really. This adorable and unique cafe is located on top of a traditional porcelain store in Gion. Visit for thick and tasty green tea fondue with traditional Japanese sweets such as mochi, fruits, and cakes to dip. During the cherry blossom season in Japan, they also offer Sakura flavored fondue. Jouvencelle also has a specific summertime menu with light and fruity flavors and Japanese shaved ice. Attention to the four seasons, as well as having seasonal flavors is central to Japanese culture, and this cafe will reflect the current season with their delicious specialized menus.

• Kyo-Baum Gion North in Kyoto, Japan

  
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  A very popular shop in Gion, the Geisha district of Kyoto, Kyo-Baum offers tasty sweets and matcha tea in a culturally rich area. Enjoy their famous matcha flavored Baumkuchen on a stick. Baumkuchen is a popular dessert in Japan that is based on German confectionary.

• Nakamura Tōkichi Head Shop, Japan

  
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  Located in Uji, Nakamura Tokichi is a very famous tea shop in Japan. With a slight wait time, the delicious and freshly ground Matcha is worth every minute. Along with tea and sweets, you can even try savory foods such as matcha flavored soba.