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!
Itohkyuemon Uji Main Store Tea Room | Review by BobbyJenny
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