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About Ippodo Tea
We are a family-run Japanese tea company founded in 1717, in the heart of Kyoto. For generations, we have upheld a tradition of aromatic, well-balanced teas by carefully selecting, blending, and crafting each of our 30+ blends.
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Matcha
Powdered green tea with a vivid color and complex richness.


Gyokuro
Green tea with lush umami and a sweet aroma.


Sencha
Classic green tea with a balanced taste.


Bancha
Light, fragrant, and refreshing green teas.


Teabags
Brew a delicious, fragrant cup, simply.


Utensils
Brew, prepare, and serve delicious tea.
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Ippodo Tea is sold worldwide through our online shops. You can also find our tea in our several store locations, from our original shop in Kyoto to our outpost in Tokyo.
Kyoto Main Store
52 Tokiwagi-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-0915
+81-75-211-4018
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
10:00 am to 5:00 pm (Last call at 4:30 pm)
The store is closed on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
Ippodo's main store in Kyoto is located on Teramachi Street, which runs north and south along the eastern side of the Kyoto Imperial Palace.
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Much has happened in the Japanese tea industry in recent months. We would like to take the opportunity to inform you of the current situation and our plans moving forward while continuing to focus on producing the teas that you love.

We understand that on July 21, 2025, an email titled “Update on the Matcha Supply Situation” was inadvertently sent to some customers who had not specifically opted in to receive this type of content.

80 percent of tea in Japan is made into this loose leaf style, which provides a perfect balance of sweetness, umami, and refreshing astringency. See why we at Ippodo love this classic tea!