Tamura Seiho-en

Tea Stall

田村青芳園茶舗

Tamura Seihoen Chaho

A Historic Naramachi Tea Shop

Preserving Japan’s Green Tea Heritage

For generations, Tamura Seiho-en Tea Stall has introduced visitors to the rich tea culture of Nara. Nestled in the historic streets of Naramachi, this long-established tea merchant specializes in carefully selected Japanese teas while preserving a tradition that has been part of the region for centuries.

Visitors will find a variety of Japanese teas, including matcha, sencha, and locally produced bancha, all prepared with an emphasis on quality and traditional craftsmanship. The warm atmosphere of the historic shop provides an inviting place to discover the flavors and culture of Japanese tea.

Whether you're looking for a memorable souvenir or hoping to experience one of Nara's long-standing traditions, Tamura Seiho-en offers a welcoming introduction to the world of Japanese tea.

Traditional Japanese wooden storefront with sliding glass door, signage, and posters outside, featuring dark brown wooden panels and a tiled roof.
Shelf with decorative tins, Japanese packaged tea, and plastic food replicas in a traditional Japanese store.
A man is standing behind a wooden counter in a small shop or cafe, preparing an order. The shop has dark wooden walls, shelves with various containers and decorations, and a cluttered workspace with papers, a cash register, and signs with warnings.
Display of green tea and traditional Japanese souvenirs in a retail store.
A person holding a scoop above a large metal container, possibly in a workshop or craft space, with wooden furniture and other equipment in the background.
Tea leaves are being poured into a metal container lined with aluminum foil, with some leaves already inside, in a tea shop or processing area.
Entrance to a traditional Japanese establishment with dark wood and a blue noren curtain featuring golden Japanese characters.
Two stacked wicker baskets with black fabric handles and a wooden box with a Japanese character label, on a wooden surface.
Vintage coffee machine with Japanese characters, decorated with flowers and a reindeer illustration, in a shop display.
Two large piles of dried, twisted tea leaves placed on aluminum foil inside a metal tray.
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