Japan 京都府 宇治市
Nakamura Tōkichi Head Shop
Renowned traditional Japanese tea store specializing in Uji tea, offering high-quality matcha and other green tea varieties since the 1800s.
- 番１０
- 0774-22-7800
- http://www.tokichi.jp/stores/index.html
Tips from the community
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.
madeleineray 3 years ago
Nakamura Tōkichi Head Shop Guides
Where to go for Matcha in Kyoto
madeleineray (Madeleine Ray) 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.