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Sabo Issho

Enjoy your selection of Hojicha and seasonal sweets at this tea shop specializing in Hojicha.

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This tea café specializes in Hojicha, roasted green tea, and is directly managed by Maruhachi Seichajo, the famed tea maker behind Kaga-bocha and other Japanese teas. In addition to the café on the first floor, there’s a gallery and shop where you can purchase artisan wares, as well as a coworking space on the 2nd floor.

At the café you’ll find hojicha (800 yen) and seasonal treats (400 yen) await. This roasted tea comes in a selection of 3, including the Kaga Bocha tea which was presented to the Showa emperor, Kaga Hojicha rmade by roasting the first harvest of high quality tea, and Seasonal Hojicha, providing a taste of seasonal roasted green tea. If you can’t decide let your nose be the guide and choose by fragrance, or staff selection.

Enjoy the extra special delight in waiting to see what seasonal sweets will come with your pairing, with possibilities like anything from fresh Japanese confections to tarts and western style bites.

Teas you find in the cafe like the Kaga Bocha, and artisan craftworks are available for you to shop, a perfect moment for your trip!

Highlights

  • A café specializing in roasted green tea, run directly by the Japanese tea producer Maruhachi Seichajo.
  • Enjoy a pairing of seasonal sweets alongside your selection of roasted tea.
  • Use the aroma and fragrance to decide between 3 different hojicha teas.
  • Enjoy the surprise of what seasonal treats will come out with your tea.
  • You can purchase your own hojicha tea or artisan craftworks in the shop.

Photos

  • Machiya-style shop was renovated to keep the original vibes of its days as a tea shop.

    Machiya-style shop was renovated to keep the original vibes of its days as a tea shop.

  • Grab a counter seat for a cozy time and chat with the team.

    Grab a counter seat for a cozy time and chat with the team.

  • Seating with a view of the inner garden available.

    Seating with a view of the inner garden available.

  • There’s nothing in the world like hojicha poured especially by the shop staff.

    There’s nothing in the world like hojicha poured especially by the shop staff.

  • Seasonal sweets (400 yen) paired with your personal selection of hojicha (800 yen).

    Seasonal sweets (400 yen) paired with your personal selection of hojicha (800 yen).

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have menus in foreign languages or with pictures? (If so, please let us know the languages available.)
A

English menu is available.

Q

Do you serve vegetarian menus?
A

No

Q

Can I take photos of the food, etc.?
A

Yes.

Q

Do you have matcha or sencha green teas?
A

No, we specialize solely in hojicha, or roasted green tea.

Q

Is there a tea ceremony experience available?
A

No tea ceremony experience available.

Q

What does hojicha, or roasted green tea, taste like?
A

It’s a drink made to enjoy its rich, roasted fragrance.

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Details

Name in Japanese
一笑
Postal Code
920-0831
Address
1-26-13 Higashiyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa
Telephone
076-251-0108
Closed
Mondays and Tuesdays (or Wednesdays if these days are a holiday)
Business hours
12:00pm-5:00pm (L.O.4:30pm)
Budget
800 yen and up
Directions
From Kanazawa Station (operated by JR West Japan and Ishikawa Railways), take a Hokutetsu/Kanazawa Loop Bus (clockwise loop) to Hashibacho (Higashi/Kazuemachi Chayagai), then walk 5 min. to arrive.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)

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