Kosoan: the traditional Japanese tea house in the heart of Tokyo

Kosoan, la maison de thé traditionnelle de Jiyugaoka

Kosoan, the traditional Jiyugaoka teahouse

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In the heart of Tokyo's residential Jiyugaoka district lies a true hidden treasure: Kosoan, a traditional teahouse offering a timeless experience. Far from the hustle and bustle of the Japanese capital, this unique establishment transports visitors to a Japan of yesteryear, reminiscent of the serene atmosphere of Kyoto's tea houses. With its wooden architecture, Zen garden and delicious traditional pastries, Kosoan has become a haven of peace for locals and tourists alike. Let's immerse ourselves in the enchanting world of this teahouse, the perfect embodiment of the Japanese art of living in the very heart of the Tokyo metropolis.

In stark contrast to the trendy cafés in the area, Kosoan has taken the bold step of focusing on a resolutely traditional style.

This approach particularly appeals to the young women of the neighborhood, who come here for a moment of relaxation and escape.

The establishment offers a restful, picturesque alternative, ideal for recharging your batteries or discovering a more authentic aspect of Japanese culture.

Kosoan est une toute petite maison de thé perdue en plein Tokyo

Kosoan is a tiny tea house lost in the middle of Tokyo

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Les salles donnent sur le jardin

Rooms overlook the garden

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Specialties include anmitsu (red bean paste with fresh fruit, agar jelly cubes and vanilla ice cream), rice cakes and tokoroten (agar jelly noodles soaked in brown sugar syrup). These desserts, prepared with seasonal produce, change in appearance and flavor with the calendar, reflecting the importance of the seasons in Japanese culinary culture.

To accompany these sweets, Kosoan offers a wide range of beverages, of which matcha is the star. Whether served hot, cold, as a latte or cappuccino, this powdered green tea is available in all its forms. Lovers of coffee, strawberry latte, or even amazake (a fermented rice-based drink) in winter, will also find what they're looking for.

Anmitsu à Kosoan

Anmitsu to Kosoan

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Address, timetable & access

  • Address

  • Timetable

    daily from 11:00 to 18:30, closed on Wednesdays
  • Access

    a few minutes' walk from Jiyugaoka station (Tokyu-Toyoko, Tokyu-Oimachi lines)

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