Ujien at Urasando Garden
Urasando Garden is tucked away in a back alley of Omotesando .
We visited Ujien's Urasando Garden branch, where youcan enjoy authentic matcha green tea sweets in this modern Japanese-style space renovated from an old private house.
Food court-style Japanese cafe space
The first floor of Urasando Garden is a food court-style space with five Japanese-style cafes lined up in a row, where you can order at your favorite restaurant and enjoy your meal at your favorite seat.
On sunny days, terrace seating is also available, allowing you to relax in the shade of the trees.
This time, I was curious about the freshly squeezed green tea Mont Blanc and decided to order it at Ujien.
Menu
The menu allows you to see the entire restaurant's menu at once.
Ujien's "Cold Matcha & Mont Blanc Set" was too good to pass up.
What we ordered was,
- Cold Matcha (ICE Green Tea)
- Matcha Mont Blanc
set (1,500 yen).
I chose ICE green tea after hesitating between a matcha latte and a drink from the menu.
I was surprised when I took a sip. The rich matcha aroma and slight sweetness were exquisite, and the aftertaste was refreshing.
The main course, mont blanc, was made with matcha cream squeezed on the spot, which was so rich and fragrant that it was hard to believe it was a sweet!
The interior of the store has a natural wood-based atmosphere with counter and table seating.
It is easy to come in alone, and seems to be popular among tourists, with two foreign customers on this day.
What is Urasando Garden? A "Japanese" collective facility renovated from an old private house built in 1947
The Urasando Garden, where Ujien is located, is a modern Japanese-style space renovated from an old private house built in 1947.
The concept of the facility is to " enjoy Japanese food and culture with all five senses.
It is gaining popularity as a place where one can casually experience the "delicious, cool, and fun" Japanese culture of today.
In addition to the Japanese café on the first floor, the Urasando Garden also has a Japanese-style cafe on the second floor,
- Rental space for events and exhibitions on the 2nd floor
- Pop-up and collaborative events are held on an irregular basis.
Urasando Garden is also attracting attention as a creative center for Japanese culture, with a variety of events and exhibitions held on the second floor.
Ujien's History and Commitment
Ujien is a long-established tea shop established in 1869.
Based in Uji, Kyoto, Ujien has long conveyed the appeal of Japanese tea.
Ujien's philosophy is "to contribute to people's health, spiritual healing, and enriched lifestyles through tea.
The company is also active in the development of tea sweets and cafes that match the modern age.
Summary: A fine matcha experience in the back alleys of Omotesando
For those who want to avoid the crowds and spend a relaxing tea time, Ujien in the Urasando Garden is the perfect place for you.
Located in a quiet back alley off the bustling Omotesando Boulevard, it is recommended for sightseeing, date night, and alone time.
Enjoy a taste of Japanese culture with authentic matcha green tea and Japanese sweets.
Ujien Urasando Garden Branch Basic Information
Free WIFI is available.
Store Name: Ujien Urasando Garden Branch
Address: 1F, 4-15-6 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Regular holiday: None (except for year-end and New Year holidays)
Phone number: ( not available for contract)
Store URL: http://www.urasando-garden.jp/
Tabelog URL: https://tabelog.com/tokyo/A1306/A130602/13193300/
Nearest station: 5 min. walk from Omotesando Station, 403 m from Omotesando Station
Opening Date: 2016-03-02
Weekday Business Hours: 12:00 - 18:00
Holiday Business Hours: 12:00 - 18:00
