This matcha specialty shop on the first floor of the Nihombashi Mitsui Tower provides the world’s first single-origin Uji matcha, whose leaves are hand-picked and then meticulously processed into tea. The roughly 20sqm shop houses a casual outdoor seating area, where you can enjoy a wide range of matcha-infused drinks including latte and beer, as well as matcha desserts from pudding and tart to elaborate parfaits.
However, for a more indulgent and relaxing experience, make a reservation for the secret tea room. With designs inspired by a traditional Japanese tea room, this private corner offers just four counter seats. Here you can get a crash course on the store's signature tea by ordering the matcha with confectionery tasting course (from ¥3,500), which comes with two types of single-origin matcha.
If you're short on time, make use of the vast takeout menu – we recommend the matcha chocolate croissant, or the matcha chocolate brioche (¥500 each).