Now here, a heaven-sent paradise for all matcha lovers!
Tsujiri – S Maison
Founded in 1860, Tsujiri is a Japanese matcha brand from Uji Kyoto, Japan that has been around for over 155 years. It was first established by Riemon Tsuji who had a mission of improving the tea industry by using the finest quality of Uji matcha and Gyokuro tea leaves.
Photo from @tsujiri_global
Riemon even devised a tea cabinet with the main purpose of keeping the tea leaves fresh longer, in order to sustain and continuously provide high quality matcha to the market.
Because of his well-recognized efforts, the people were so impressed that they decided to build him a statue in Byodoin – Kyoto’s world heritage temple.
Now, Tsujiri has several branches in Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, China, Malaysia, Canada, Hong Kong, Australia, UK, and soon, Thailand and Philippines! The brand continues to innovate and uphold the tradition in offering the best green tea all around the world.
Tsujiri’s Green Tea
The brand’s philosophy never falters as they are always striving to provide the best quality of matcha by selecting the finest green tea leaves and using the traditional grinding method in bringing out the fresh aroma and original flavor.
Fun fact: In case you didn't know, green tea comes with a lot of health benefits such as being an anti-cancerous agent, rich in Vitamin A, E, and C, and even Catechin - an antioxidant that helps in burning calories.
Although they are not the first one to offer matcha in Japan, they are considered to be the most successful one that when you ask Japanese locals where to get matcha, they’ll immediately point you to Tsujiri’s direction.
In order to keep up with the modern times, Tsujiri has branched out in other products by offering unique drinks and desserts to the market. They are the pioneer of matcha desserts, offering treats like parfaits, shaved ice desserts, milk floats, chiffon cakes, and so much more. Check them out!
O-Matcha Cappuccino
Rich and milky, just they way you like it.
Matcha Latte
Available in hot or cold option with other flavors like chocolate, houjicha, wakoucha, and more
Sencha (Green Tea)
Other variants include the houjicha (roasted tea), genmaicha (brown rice tea), and more
Matcha Float
Other options include chocolate, houjicha, YUZU citron tea, and more
O-Matcha Ice Blended and O-Matcha Milk Ice Blended
The difference between the two is that the 2nd one has milk, making in creamier and less bitter.
Yuzu Ice Blended
Yuzu is a citrus fruit, also known as ‘pomelo’
Red Bean Ice Blended
You can even add toppings like shiratama balls, whipped cream, or red beans!
Aside from their beverages, Tsujiri also offers light snacks and desserts!
Houjicha Roll Cake
Matcha Choux Pastry
Matcha Mille Crepe
Matcha Parfait
O-Matcha Roll Cake
Matcha Soft-Serve Ice Cream
They also have the houjicha flavor and you can have this in a cone or cup
Matcha Dessert Set
Not all branches has this, but we’re keeping our fingers crossed that the soon-to-open Philippines branch will add this in their menu.
Shiratama Kinako Kuromitsu
Matcha Shiratama
Awayuki Shaved Ice
Tsujiri would often come out with limited time desserts such as this one.
Some of their franchise stores have a separate section where they sell take-away products and souvenirs like matcha cookies, matcha powder, matcha rolls, and more.
FIRST LOOK
Tsujiri opened its doors to the public on April 27, 2017 (Thursday) at the S Maison, Conrad Manila. Here’s an exclusive sneak peek of what they have in store for you guys!
The interiors are in theme with their products, leaning towards those earthy colors of green and brown.
They also have other varieties of floats such as red bean, yuzu citron, Tsujiri milk, chocolate, and more.
Insider tip: The lava cakes will only be available 2 weeks after the soft opening, during weekends only.
UPDATE: Get ready Matcha lovers! A 2nd branch is opening at the Podium on October 27!
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