By TabiEats

If you're a fan of tea, the city of Kagoshima in southern Japan offers a refined and unforgettable experience at Susumuya Chaten. Featured in this beautifully crafted video by TabiEats, Susumuya Chaten is a modern tea shop and café that blends style, tradition, and artisanal excellence. Located at 27-13 Uenosonocho in Kagoshima City, this tea shop specializes in some of the finest teas that Japan has to offer, with a particular focus on single origin and organic variants.

The shop’s aesthetic is cozy yet minimalist, striking a balance that invites guests to slow down and savor each moment. In the video, the hosts sample the 'tea of the day,' which is elegantly presented alongside traditional Japanese sweets, or wagashi. One standout item is the yomogi mochi, a seasonal green rice cake flavored with mugwort, noted for its exceptionally soft texture and deep herbal flavor. It's a pairing that teases out the earthy and nuanced tones of the tea, enhancing the entire tasting experience.

Beyond just café service, Susumuya Chaten offers an impressive selection of unique teas available for purchase. The hosts were so impressed they walked away with three different kinds—evidence of the shop's compelling quality. This makes Susumuya an ideal destination for both casual tea lovers and connoisseurs eager to bring a taste of Kagoshima back home.

Kagoshima is one of Japan's top tea-producing regions, renowned for its nutrient-rich soil and ideal climate, which contribute to its vibrant and complex tea flavors. A visit to Susumuya Chaten is more than a tea break—it's an immersion into the traditions and innovations of Japanese tea culture.