Ippōdō Tea
Kyoto
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In downtown Kyōto, Ippōdō 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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