Ippodo Tea

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Ippodo Tea

In downtown Kyōto, Ippodo Tea is an old-style tea shop that has been providing the finest matcha in Kyōto since 1717. There is also an adjoining teahouse where guests can directly brew their tea. The English-speaking staff will help you choose your favourite matcha flavour.

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address52 Tokiwagichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto
openingHoursDaily 10am–5pm
phone+81 75 211 4018
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