Finely powdered green tea that is a central part of Kyoto's tea ceremony culture.
4 top-rated spots found
Ippodo is the spiritual home of Japanese tea since 1717. Unlike modern cafes, they focus on the purity of the leaf, offering a masterclass in the balance of umami and bitterness that defines high-grade matcha.
📍 52 Tokiwagi-cho, Teramachi-dori Nijo-agaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto · View on Maps
This location offers a serene escape from the tourist crowds. Their matcha is sourced directly from their own award-winning plantations, ensuring a level of freshness and vibrant color that is rarely matched.
📍 561 Nishitoin-dori Oike-agaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto · View on Maps
While the Uji main store is the legend, the Kyoto Station branch maintains the same rigorous quality. Their jelly is famous for its 'wobbly' texture and deep, grassy notes that aren't masked by sugar.
📍 JR Kyoto Station, Higashishiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto · View on Maps
Gion Tsujiri is the quintessential Kyoto dessert experience. They use premium Uji matcha even in their ice creams and castella cakes, creating a multi-layered flavor profile that evolves with every spoonful.
📍 573-3 Gionmachi Minamigawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto · View on Maps