Located in a quiet residential area in Shimizu-ku, Shizuoka, Chabo Iseya stands. From the outside, it looks like an ordinary private house, but inside its premises, there is a vast tea garden. As you walk in, you will encounter neatly manicured tea fields, like a green carpet, and be enveloped in an extraordinary atmosphere, as if you have wandered into another world.
Chabo Iseya is a cafe run by the prestigious Iseya family of Shizuoka tea. With a history of over 400 years, this longstanding establishment has been involved in the manufacturing of Shizuoka tea for generations. With the desire to convey the authentic premium taste, they opened a cafe using carefully cultivated tea leaves from their own fields.
Upon stepping inside the store, you will be greeted by the fragrant scent of Shizuoka tea. You can enjoy a variety of tea leaves, such as sencha and houjicha, carefully selected by the tea master. Each tea utensil is carefully chosen, allowing you to fully enjoy the flavor of the tea. In addition, the store offers handmade Japanese sweets made from Shizuoka-produced ingredients, allowing you to enjoy the perfect harmony of tea and sweets.
The store offers private rooms with views of the tea garden, as well as quaint detached rooms, creating a calm and serene atmosphere. Located slightly away from tourist areas, it provides a quiet and relaxing space. This hidden space, which makes you forget the hustle and bustle of the city, along with exquisite flavors, is sure to become an unforgettable memory.
Shizuoka Prefecture is a leading tea production area in Japan. At Chabo Iseya, you can experience the authentic tea culture presented by this prestigious family. In the leisurely flow of time, you can experience the finest taste and aroma with all five senses, offering an exquisite experience.