HIGASHIYA GINZA

Amazing! We wanted to find a true Japanese tea experience before our departure tomorrow. Fantastic choices of matcha (I'll add other pictures shortly), tasty small bites (the citrus and persimmon ones were my favrites). Service beyond anything we have been used to, extremely informative and detailed. Plus.. the reason why I'm posting pictures of the interior is that it's so incredibly beautiful. All those furniture pieces... jaw dropping. I'm normally not posting any bathroom pictures but also that private room... amazing. 10/10. A must go and must see.

The decor was amazing and we were so impressed with the attention to detail for everything from service to design. The tea they offer were also great. We also love some of the dessert they offer. The food was not that special I. It’s say. However, it was a nice experience and we enjoyed it. Note that you are only allowed to take photos of the dishes on your table and not the atmosphere. Guess you will have to go see to enjoy it yourself. Highly recommend if you want to see some amazing decor.

Ladies and gents! Behold! This is my fave place for tea in Tokyo. Period. As I know many people are attract to other, more advertised on social media, places - none is as good as Higashiya. With Higashiya Ginza holding a special place in my heart. But first - the place itself: beautiful confectionary/tea shop and tea room designed by Shinichiro Ogata is worth bisiting if just to admire the simple yet charming interior. If you are looking for a wonderful tea experience, go to their website and reserve tea tasting or lunch. I fully recommend their meals, which include seasonal ingredients and at least 2 kinds of tea. Sake tasting menu is fantastic when you are new to japanese alcohol bewerages (each drink is paired with wagashi to enchance the taste). The tea is top quality and worth all the money. Various kinds of tea (and teaware) are available for the purchase in the shop. The wagashi (japanese sweets) available in Higashiya are one of the best in Tokyo - make sure to try them. As they are fresh made, most must be eaten on the same day or within 3-4 days - make sure to ask stuff when purchasing. And treat yourself, they are all high quality and delicious. A small visit in Higashiya Ginza is a wonderful idea wheather you are staying in Tokyo only few days or live here. The relaxing atmosphere of Higashiya will make you forget the business of Ginza outside and sink you into tranquilty of the lazy afternoon. Beautiful place to please all of your senses ❤️

A must visit for all who loves to experience tea time, in particular to those who loves green tea. Set aside at least 1.5 hours for optimum experience. Higashiya Ginza offers Japanese teas from bancha to matcha, confectioneries and some food. We ordered the traditional tea course and Saka. Both tea courses present various tea and confectioneries over five to six servings. Saka has a modern twist of teas and sweets while the tea course is more traditional as its name suggests. The staff were also very attentive to our needs and were patiently explaining the steps and menu to us in English. Presentation was immaculate - it was akin to fine dining. Each piece of confectionery has a distinct flavour which pairs well with the tea served. I was made known that Higayashi changes menu according to the season that they are in. A reservation is highly recommended if you wish to try their set menu.

Stopped by to take away MOCHI. They were AMAZING! Not too sweet, super Yummi filling and great texture! Loved it

We had a fantastic lunch here. We told them it was our wedding anniversary and they gave us a sparkling tea on the house to celebrate, as well as a special anniversary plate for our desserts. So thoughtful! The staff were friendlier and more talkative than those at most places I’ve been to in Japan, which made us feel very welcome here. I would certainly come back again.

our tea experience here was unmatched. Asahinho was our server and he was fantastic. the tea here is amazing, come hungry for many small bites and enjoy over a long chat with a good friend :)

For avid high-tea lovers, this is a must-visit destination. Higashiya is a Japanese tea house that embraces its traditional roots while enhancing it with a hint of modern refinement. The shop front is where they offer a wide range of quality Japanese teas, traditional confectionery (wagashi), and gifts wrapped in beautiful packaging. The back is an elusive tea salon that is not deliberately made apparent, perhaps aimed to preserve tranquility for the guests who are enjoying tea, the very principle in Japanese tea culture. In this tea salon is also where you'd find various tea and food courses, including the Samajiki course which somewhat resembles a high-tea, but is a traditional Japanese tea ritual that guarantees a delightful sensory experience. The wait staff were kind enough to explain the menu details in English, and took great care to present every utensil and dish in an immaculate manner akin to the spirit of Japanese tea ceremony. Two seasonal Japanese teas were provided alongside a third of our choosing, followed by seeping and preparation with the most appropriate methods. While we weren't tea connoisseurs, we could still appreciate the depth in aroma and characterising flavour each tea offered. Each piece of wagashi had a unique flavour that fully embraced the ingredient. From the sour preserves to the eggy Castella cake, the ginger yokan to the fresh strawberry mochi, we were constantly surprised by every bite taken. The whole experience was very much an embodiment of Japanese craftsmanship - ceremonial, tranquil, appreciative, immaculate, and always exceeding expectations.