[Tokyo, Shinjuku] Buy Matcha Here! 2 Long-established Japanese Tea Shops Where You Can Get the Authentic Taste!

1. "Cha no Ikedaya" - A shop where you can buy rich matcha sweets and high-quality tea leaves all in one place

This long-established tea shop was founded in 1945 and stocks carefully selected tea leaves that the owner personally visits the market to purchase, and is known for its discerning selection of products from tea-producing areas such as Shizuoka addition to tea leaves, the store also offers a menu of matcha sweets such as matcha soft serve ice cream that can be enjoyed on the spot, making it popular with tourists and locals alike.

The "Rich Matcha Soft Serve" is especially popular for its soft texture and strong bitterness. Toppings and set menus are also available, allowing for a slightly luxurious matcha experience.

There are also many different types of tea leaves, and canned matcha in particular is one of the most popular souvenirs. Be sure to try finding the perfect matcha for you or as a souvenir.

There are many other things to see at Cha Cha no Ikedaya, such as the ability to purchase on-demand roasted coffee beans and enjoy freshly brewed matcha on the spot. They also offer advice on tea, making this a recommended shop for those who want to learn more about Japanese tea.

Basic Information and Access (Cha no Ikedaya )

Address: Odakyu Ace South Building, 1-1 Nishi-Shinjuku , Shinjuku Ward , Tokyo

Business hours: 10:00-21:00

Access: Right outside the west exit of Shinjuku Station. Inside the South Building of the underground shopping mall " Odakyu Ace"

Payment methods: Cash and credit cards accepted

2. Seishoen: A historic shop selling tea and tea utensils

Founded in the Taisho era, this shop started as a tea shop and has a long history and trust that continues to this day. The shop is filled with tea utensils, tea ceremony tools, and fine teas, giving it a presence that is truly like a "holy land for tea ceremony lovers."

There is a wide range of tea ceremony utensils on offer, from those for beginners to high-quality pieces by famous artists, making it the perfect place for anyone wanting to experience the world of tea ceremony.

They also sell matcha and sencha by weight, and have a wide selection of products for use in confectionery making, practice, etc. They are also a certified store by the Tokyo Tea Cooperative, and have staff who are certified Japanese tea advisors and instructors, making them a store with a sense of expertise and trust.

Basic Information and Access (Seishoen)

Address: 1-5-1 Nishi Shinjuku Ward, Shinjuku-ku , Tokyo (inside Odakyu HALC/ Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC)

Business hours: 10:00-18:30

Closed: Open all year round (except Obon and New Year's holidays)

Payment methods: Cash and credit cards accepted

Shinjuku is the perfect place to choose matcha!

"Cha no Ikedaya" and "Seishoen" each convey the charm of Japanese tea from different angles, and both are worth visiting. These two stores are close to each other, so it might be fun to visit both! If you're in Shinjuku, Tokyo, why not stop by between shopping and sightseeing?