Cafe • 1-chōme-14-10 Tsuchidō, Onomichi, Hiroshima 722-0035, Japan
While walking through the streets of Onomichi, you'll discover an old traditional Japanese house at the end of a narrow alley. Opening the door, you'll feel like you've entered a mysterious world that transcends time and space. This is Tea Stand Gen, a specialty store for hand-picked tea made with Onomichi tea leaves. The appearance of the old house, carefully renovated by the owner, perfectly embodies the atmosphere of Onomichi.
As soon as you step inside, the soft lighting and warmth of the wood will soothe your soul. There are table seats on the second floor, and the effort of climbing the steep stairs will be rewarded with a moment of tranquility induced by the aroma of tea.
Gen's pride lies in the hand-picked tea made with tea leaves grown in Hiroshima Prefecture. In addition to the classic houjicha and sencha, there are delicious menus that condense the charm of Japanese tea. From a carefully brewed cup, you can enjoy the profound flavor of Japanese tea.
Demonstrations and events related to tea are also held irregularly. There are opportunities to fully enjoy the charm of tea provided by the creators. In the simple yet detail-oriented interior, you can contemplate and carry on the