🍵🌿 Uji — The city with the most delicate green tea in Japan.

When talking about "the best green tea in Japan," the first name that comes to mind for everyone is Uji (宇治). A small town between Kyoto and Nara, but steeped in over 800 years of green tea history. Just a few steps into the town, you'll be greeted by the aroma of green tea without even needing to search for its source. ⸻ 🍵 The Origin of Uji Matcha Uji green tea is considered one of the highest grades of tea in Japan. Thanks to its fertile soil, good water, perfectly humid climate, and ancient Japanese cultivation techniques, Uji Matcha has a unique flavor profile: • Deep aroma • Smooth, not bitter • A distinctive "umami" that other green teas can't offer When brewed, the deep green color is so beautiful you can tell it's high-quality Matcha. ⸻ 🥣 Reasons to visit Uji if you love green tea: 1. You can enjoy premium Matcha at an affordable price. 2. Many old tea shops line the streets, from famous brands to small community shops. 3. There are numerous green tea cafes. From drinks and desserts to the most intensely matcha ice cream you'll ever taste. 4. The city view features the river and the red Uji-bashi bridge, creating a very warm mood. 5. Byōdō-in, the famous temple depicted on the 10 yen coin, is also located here. ⸻ 🍧 Must-try matcha menu items: • Intense unsweetened Matcha Latte • Uji Matcha Soft Cream (Soft! Intense! Very fragrant!) • Authentic Japanese Matcha Parfait • Tea Ceremony Experience • Chewy, melt-in-your-mouth matcha warabi mochi Almost everything is so intense that even the most discerning matcha lover will cry tears of joy. ⸻ 🌿 The atmosphere of the town makes you love it even more. Uji is a "slow but beautiful" town. It has a river flowing through it, old wooden houses, charming cafes, and tea shops filled with fragrant aromas. Just a 5-minute walk and you'll know this is truly the home of matcha. If you're looking for a peaceful place after the crowds of Kyoto, Uji is a little slice of heaven. ⸻ ✨ In summary: If you love matcha, even just a little, Uji will make you love green tea even more. Because everything—the taste, the atmosphere, the people, and the history—helps make "green tea" an experience far more beautiful than simply drinking it. #GetDiscountWithoutLuck