Cha no Ikedaya (茶の池田や) is a long-established Japanese green tea specialty shop located in the underground shopping area “Odakyu Ace” at Shinjuku Station’s west exit. Founded 80 years ago, the shop is dedicated to offering high-quality Japanese tea carefully selected by the owner, who personally visits the market to hand-pick the best leaves. The coffee served here is also roasted in-house.
Japanese tea is known not only for its rich flavors and aromas but also for its health benefits. The catechins found in tea have antioxidant properties that can help boost immunity and support fat burning. The theanine in tea promotes relaxation and helps reduce stress and improve focus. Plus, Japanese tea is packed with vitamin C and minerals that contribute to overall wellness and even help keep your skin looking beautiful.
Recently, the shop has become popular with foreign tourists, and Japanese tea—especially matcha—has gained global recognition. It makes for a perfect souvenir to bring a taste of Japan back home.
Inside the shop
Besides Japanese tea, Cha no Ikedaya offers a variety of products including dried seaweed, health teas, and traditional sweets. There is also a selection of healthy foods, all at affordable prices.
A selection of health foods
At the shop’s storefront counter, you can buy popular items like rich “Matcha Soft Cream” and “Matcha Drinks,” making it easy to enjoy them while out for a stroll or shopping.
Rich Matcha Soft Cream – 300 yen each
The luxurious “Matcha Vanilla Mix” soft-serve is made with the highest quality matcha and fresh Hokkaido milk and costs just 300 yen. The refreshing cold Uji matcha drink “Cold Matcha” and the “Gyokuro Uji” are both available for 270 yen each. You’ll also find a variety of other drinks at reasonable prices, making it a delight to explore the menu.
Japanese tea also makes a perfect souvenir. Be sure to stop by during your stroll through Shinjuku!
ー Yokoso Shinjuku Editorial Team
Information
| Shop Name | Cha no Ikedaya (茶の池田や) |
| Address | Odakyu Ace South Bldg., 1-1 Shinjuku, Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo |
| TEL | 03-3342-0506 |
| Business Hour | 10:00-22:00 |
| Closed | None |
| Access | 67m from “Shinjuku Station” west exit |
NOTE: Shops information such as price, cuisine contents, opening hours, closing time or additional details may be subject to change, so please be sure to check the latest information directly at the shop.
