All Reviews of Itohkyuemon Uji Main Store Tea Room

It happened to be raining when I visited the Itohkyuemon Uji store this time. Maybe because of the weather, it wasn't as crowded inside as I had expected. This was also my first time trying a matcha dango parfait. The matcha flavor was quite rich, and it came with a wide variety of toppings that gave it different textures. Overall, it was better than I expected.

Overall, I think Itohkyuemon's matcha desserts are worth trying, especially for people who like a rich matcha flavor. However, the Uji store is a little far from the main attractions in central Uji. If your itinerary is mainly focused around the Uji River and Byodoin, you'll need to set aside some extra time to make a special trip here.

When in Uji, Kyoto, of course you can’t miss the famous matcha shop Itohkyuemon! The shop is filled with the aroma of matcha, and everything from desserts and ice cream to all kinds of souvenirs makes it hard to choose. My favorites were the rich matcha desserts that weren’t too sweet. They had a light tea aroma at first, followed by a lingering sweetness afterward. Having a matcha dessert here after visiting Uji’s sights really gives you that Kyoto travel feeling. Anyone who loves matcha should definitely make the pilgrimage!

Another famous shop in Uji is the long-established Itohkyuemon, which is as renowned as Nakamura Tokichi. For matcha lovers, it's a must-visit pilgrimage spot in Uji.

Unlike most tea shops that mainly serve sweets, this place thoughtfully offers a wide variety of savory dishes. The classic choice is the matcha soba. The noodles are springy with a subtle tea aroma, and they're very refreshing with the special dipping sauce. You can even choose them in a hot broth, perfect for anyone who wants a proper meal.

After filling up, the main event has to be their famous signature matcha parfait. A tall glass is layered with rich, bittersweet matcha ice cream, chewy shiratama, handmade tea jelly, and sweet red beans. It offers plenty of different textures without being overly sweet, and seasonal flavors like cherry blossom and chestnut are also available. Starting with a bowl of refreshing savory tea noodles and finishing with an elaborate parfait is the ultimate Uji experience, with both savory and sweet delights!

You can feel how spacious and comfortable the environment is as soon as you walk in~ There are plenty of seats in the Itohkyuemon tea room.