A must-see for matcha lovers! 10 Recommended Souvenirs You Should Buy During Your Trip to Japan

For tourists visiting Japan, choosing gifts and souvenirs is one of the pleasures.

Japanese matcha, in particular, is popular all over the world due to its unique flavor and health benefits.

Here are some recommended shops where you can buy matcha in Japan.

What is the appeal of matcha?

Matcha is a type of traditional Japanese green tea made from powdered tea leaves.

It is characterized by its bright green color and rich flavor, and is also known as part of the tea ceremony.

Matcha has antioxidant and relaxing effects, and is popular among health-conscious people.

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What kinds of matcha souvenirs can I buy in Japan?

matcha chocolate

The combination of matcha and chocolate is characterized by a rich flavor that spreads in the mouth.

In particular, matcha chocolate made by long-established stores in Kyoto is of high quality and perfect for gifts.

Matcha cookies

Matcha cookies, which perfectly match the crunchy texture and bittersweet taste of matcha, are also popular souvenirs.

Many of them are individually wrapped, and the fact that they are easy to share is also attractive.

Matcha cake

Matcha cake, which has a moist texture, is perfect for tea time.

In particular, you can enjoy a Japanese flavor with the combination of matcha and azuki beans.

Matcha latte

There is no doubt that the matcha latte base, which is easy to make at home, will be appreciated by overseas matcha fans.

There are various types, such as powder type and liquid type.

matcha set

As a basic set for enjoying matcha, there is one that includes a tea bowl (tea bowl) and a tea bowl.

In particular, high-quality sets that can be purchased at specialty stores in Kyoto and Nara are perfect for special gifts.

Matcha Flavored Skin Care Products

Skin care products that take advantage of the antioxidant effects of matcha are also on the rise.

Matcha face masks and the like will be appreciated by those interested in beauty.

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Let's enjoy matcha at a cafe in Tokyo!

Ginza/ “ATELIER MATCHA”

The matcha cafe “ATELIER MATCHA” is located in Nihonbashi, Tokyo.

This is a cafe at the long-established tea wholesaler “Yamamasa Koyamaen” in Kyoto, which has been in business for 160 years.

This is a place where you can casually enjoy the original taste and aroma of MATCHA.

You can also buy tea leaves as souvenirs.

Address: 8-18-4 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo

Access: A few minute walk from Ginza Station

Business hours: 9:00 to 18:00

Shibuya/Omotesando/Harajuku/ “THE MATCHA TOKYO”

Matcha cafe “THE MATCHA TOKYO Omotesando”.

They also have stores in Shibuya and Shinjuku, and offer the highest quality organic matcha in a casual style.

This stylish café has a modern atmosphere and offers a variety of green teas.

Of course you can enjoy tea here, but you can also take it home as a souvenir. Sweets are also popular.

Address: 5-11-13 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku

Access: 3 minute walk from Meiji-jingumae Station Business hours: 11:00 to 19:00

Recommended places to buy matcha in Japan

Kyoto

Uji in Kyoto, the home of matcha, is dotted with historic teahouses.

In particular, “Ito Kyuemon” and “Marukyu Koyamaen” have high quality matcha products.

Kiyomizu-dera area

The area around Kiyomizu-dera Temple is lined with souvenir shops.

Here, you can find a wide selection of matcha sweets and matcha related goods.

Tokyo

Tsukiji Market

Tsukiji Market has many souvenir shops for tourists.

You can get a wide variety of matcha products, such as matcha chocolate and matcha cookies.

Ameyoko

There are many food stores in Ameyoko, where you can buy matcha sweets and matcha drinks.

It is especially crowded with many tourists during the year-end and New Year holidays.

Osaka

SHINSAIBASHI

There are many souvenir shops in the Shinsaibashi shopping area.

We have a wide variety of matcha products, such as matcha ice cream and matcha latte base.

Kuromon Market

Kuromon Market, also known as Osaka's Kitchen, is a spot where you can get fresh ingredients and souvenirs.

Japanese sweets and sweets made with matcha are particularly popular.

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How to choose matcha souvenirs

Check for freshness and quality

Freshness is the lifeblood of matcha. When purchasing, be sure to check the production date and best before date.

Also, by choosing products from reliable brands and long-established stores, you can obtain high-quality matcha products.

Packaging and Design

Looking good as a gift is also important. The package, which has a Japanese design, will be appreciated by those who receive it.

In particular, products wrapped in Japanese paper or cloth have a sense of luxury and are recommended.

Easy to carry

For tourists, ease of carrying is also an important point.

Small, lightweight products or individually wrapped items are convenient when traveling.

summary

Matcha is an attractive souvenir that combines traditional Japanese culture with modern trends.

For tourists, matcha products are perfect as gifts, and you can enjoy the flavors of Japan even after returning home.

Be sure to find your favorite matcha souvenir when you visit Japan.

Beauty experiences are also recommended when visiting Japan!

Finding spots in Japan where you can experience beauty such as massages, nails, and beauty treatments to heal the tiredness of your trip is highly recommended as part of sightseeing.

Here are a few salons that I recommend to those who are particular about technology and quality.

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Ginza/ “Mani Nail Care Ginza Store”

Open at 9 a.m.! A 5-minute walk from Ginza Station, this is a popular nail care salon where you can get rid of nail problems.

Hand and foot nails can be performed simultaneously. For those who are concerned about the burden of gel nails, we have prepared a number of “non-scraping” gel polishes, shellac, nail care, foot care, etc.

Recommended for those trying nail art for the first time, as well as those seeking special care. Men's care is also available, so it's also suitable for couples.

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Ginza/ “head CONCIERGE Ginza Store”

A head spa specialty store where a group of nationally qualified specialists lead to “ultimate sleep.”

It is a technique of pressing pressure points on the head called the deep muscle approach, which leads to ultimate sleep.

Various effects can be expected, such as “relieving insomnia,” “improving shoulder stiffness,” “recovering from eye strain,” and “anti-aging.”

Enjoy the ultimate head spa that goes beyond relaxation.

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Shibuya/ “UREROBAS Shibuya Store”

At the dry head spa specialty store on the 4th floor of the shopping mall Tokyu Plaza Shibuya, you can experience a dry head spa where you can be healed with all five senses.

The head spa at this salon is characterized by preparing the body from the ground up, and you can expect not only to take care of your head and eye fatigue and concerns about sleep, but also to lift your face and tone up your skin.

Please spend a blissful time shopping, sightseeing, or on your way home from work.

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Akihabara, Kanda, Awajicho/ “Esthetic & Relaxation WELLFIT” *Women Only

This salon is within walking distance of Kanda, Awaji, and Akihabara.

“Esthetic & Relaxation WELLFIT” is a talented salon attended by professional beauticians and therapists.

This treatment can also be used for pelvic correction, small face, beautiful skin, head spa, and maternity care.

It is a powerful salon that has been published in over 50 beauty magazines and specialty magazines. Please enjoy the industry's most advanced technology.

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Shinjuku/ “Re:Treat HaRi”

A “total beauty acupuncture and moxibustion salon” that pursues beauty with unique technology and experience.

Staff are top class in their ability to see through the essence of malfunction.

Because they are physical experts with experience and knowledge cultivated in professional settings, it is possible to fundamentally improve disorders by checking constitution from blood flow and visceral function.

By preparing the inside of the body and improving the constitution, it leads to healthy beauty.

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Shinjuku/ Shinjuku Relaxation Salon “Sea the Night”

Despite being in a good location, a 2-minute walk from Nishi-Shinjuku Station and a 7-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, it is a salon where you can forget the hustle and bustle of the city and relax both mentally and physically.

A private salon where you can relax and unwind, based on the concept of “the best healing for both mind and body in a luxurious space.”

Skilled therapists provide a high level of technology.

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Ikebukuro/ “Mix Up!! Ikebukuro store”

This salon, located about a 10-minute walk from Ikebukuro, offers many effective facial treatments for pores, beautiful skin, lift-up, and anti-aging.

As for body treatments, you can choose between slimming or relaxation courses. You can have your whole body well cared for according to the condition of the day.

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Jimbocho (Akihabara area)/“CREBIA Jimbocho Store”

A slimming esthetic salon that leads to effortless results! Highly skilled and experienced staff are popular.

It is a talented salon that is a strong ally for women who want to go on a diet.

Our experienced staff will suggest a menu tailored to each person's constitution and concerns, so you can get closer to your ideal body without difficulty, without waste, and effectively.

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Oshiage (Asakusa, Tokyo Sky Tree Area)/“Zipangu Esthetic Room Oshiage Store”

The salon is located close to TOKYO SKYTREE, right next to Oshiage Station.

We have prepared a variety of facial menus with an emphasis on results, and we provide treatments tailored to each customer's skin concerns.

All of our estheticians have over 10 years of extensive experience.

This beauty salon is recommended for those who are concerned about repeated lift-ups, aging care, open pores, and rough skin.

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Honcho, Yodoyabashi, Shinsaibashi/ “Beauty Salon HAPPY”

If you are aiming for a higher-grade beautiful skin care that can be achieved in Osaka, I recommend this beauty salon.

We provide treatments tailored to each person's skin, with a focus on pore care and peeling.

Enjoy a special time that brings out the natural beauty of your skin while relaxing in a private space that requires a complete reservation.

With careful counseling by experienced staff, we are able to respond well to aging skin and pore concerns.

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Shin-Osaka/Esaka/ “Watanabe Acupuncture and Moxibustion Chiropractic Clinic”

If you are looking for high quality acupuncture and manipulative treatment, I recommend this salon.

Manipulative treatment to lighten the body, cosmetic acupuncture treatment where effects can be felt at the cellular level, and for bodies that make it easier to get pregnant.

Let's radically improve physical disorders and fatigue that cannot be easily removed with a massage, such as stiff shoulders, lower back pain, and headaches!

We are good at improving constitution and treating pain and numbness, and we provide safe treatment for people with various problems.

Please experience our careful treatment and high technical skills.

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Kyoto/ “REVISHOP Kyoto Ekimae Store”

Facials that can be used by people with any skin type,

We are developing home care items that are perfect for daily skin care.

It is perfect for those who want to aim for clear, glossy skin, and those who want to reset their skin a little bit.

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