All Reviews of Nakamura Tokichi Honten, Uji Main Store

It opens at 10, but you need to line up shortly after 9 to be among the first group seated. The food is delicious, but the prices are on the high side.

One of the things I was most looking forward to in Uji was eating matcha desserts. This time, I went to the Nakamura Tokichi Honten and ordered a matcha cake. The cake itself had a rich matcha aroma and was delicate and soft. The matcha flavor was distinct but not overly bitter, and the sweetness of the cake balanced it perfectly.

With each bite, a subtle tea aroma spread through my mouth. The overall texture was very delicate, and I liked it more and more as I ate. Slowly enjoying dessert in the shop, surrounded by matcha everywhere, really made me feel like I was in Uji!

If you're a matcha lover, you definitely can't miss this. Nakamura Tokichi Honten is a must when visiting Uji. A huge maruju curtain hangs at the entrance, and the traditional machiya immediately gives off the aroma of tea steeped in over a century of history. If you want to dine in the historic tea room, be sure to get a number as soon as you arrive, then leisurely browse the shops or pick out souvenirs.

The selection of tea souvenirs here is extremely extensive. I once bought some at the Kyoto Station branch, and after returning to Taiwan, I couldn't stop thinking about it and regretted not buying more. Whether it's premium gyokuro with a clear aroma and lingering sweetness, smooth sencha with a roasted fragrance, or matcha powder, they all make great souvenirs.

If the wait at the main store is too long, I highly recommend heading to the nearby Nakamura Tokichi Byodoin Store. The shop has a full row of large windows overlooking the Uji River, where you can escape the noise and quietly gaze at the flowing river and lush green mountains. Savor a bowl of authentic matcha in the peaceful atmosphere and enjoy an incredibly relaxing afternoon in Uji.

Nakamura Tokichi Honten in Uji, Kyoto, was founded in 1854 and has a history of more than 170 years. It began as a tea merchant and has long been known for its Uji tea. The shop retains the style of a traditional machiya townhouse, and you can enjoy specialties such as matcha desserts and tea soba noodles. If you're tired from walking around, stop in, sit down, and take a short break with a cup of rich matcha and a sweet. Before leaving, you can also pick out some Japanese tea to share with your family in Taiwan.

Nakamura Tokichi Honten is a famous, long-established matcha shop in Uji. The matcha desserts and tea drinks are rich in aroma and beautifully smooth in texture.
The shop has the atmosphere of a traditional Japanese house, making it a relaxing place to enjoy authentic Uji tea culture. It’s a must-visit for matcha lovers.

Nakamura Tokichi is delicious and not too rich.
You do have to wait a bit, though.

I wasn't really into matcha or green tea before, but if you're visiting Uji, you should definitely stop by here for a cup of tea.