Uji
You have to go all the way to Kyoto to taste these decorative desserts, but a matcha medley this magnificent more than merits the trip!
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Enjoy these lovely desserts made with green tea from Kyoto’s Uji City this spring, and without spending a fortune!
Establishment boasts 88,200 possible parfaits in the geisha district of Japan’s ancient capital city.
The coffeehouse carries on Japanese traditions in Uji, the country’s most famous tea-growing town.
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We learn a little about Uji City and its famous tea and also try green tea sweets by Uji-born celebrity pastry chef Toshi Yoroizuka!
A cup of tea, a piece of fruit, or a bit of chocolate can all make for a delicious and relaxing moment, and this new Kyoto confectionary lets you enjoy all three in a single bite.
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