Tokyo, Japan: Matcha Gelato at Suzukien, Asakusa
This gelato place in Asakusa was my number one must-visit (when it comes to food) during our Tokyo Trip. There's just way too much options in Tokyo that it's kinda hard to narrow down but this place topped them all because of their location and them having the "Strongest Matcha in the World."
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Actually, this wasn't the first time I ate a matcha gelato of this level. I remember buying a scoop when we went to Yufuin in Fukuoka. I also got the most potent one back then but they didn't say that it was the strongest so I was looking forward to this.
It's better to check shop opening time online before going.
This was in Senso-ji Area. Our itinerary was Senso-ji Temple so we wanted to beat the crowd and headed there at around 8 AM before the shops open. We walked towards the back where this shop was located but it was still closed. Left to explore more of Senso-ji and went back before 11 AM.
Several minutes before opening, there were people in line already because this shop went viral last year and the queue was long most of the time.
I got number 7 which was the premium matcha, and number 4 which was a milder matcha.
Double Cup with Premium Matcha Gelato
710 Yen
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This was on the same day with Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival or Sumidagawa Hanabi Taikai so the shops in this area closed at 4 PM that day to make way for the festival.
Looking forward to the day when I'd be able to go matcha shopping in Uji, Kyoto.
I would have loved to taste all the matcha levels though. HAHAHA. Despite being a "matcha addict" for several years, I'm not really well informed of the different varieties of matcha. I would love to learn more about it though... someday.
There's a space upstairs where you can eat your gelato. There are no seats but there are several tables.
Notice I had beads of perspiration on my forehead. HAHAHAHA. Grabe! Japan summer travel is very challenging because of the insane heat. Even if I'm used to the Philippine summer, the heat in Japan was on a different level.
I loved both of these. #7 is potent but not bitter. Still, it's not recommended for matcha "beginners."
My matcha standard had gotten so high after our Tokyo Trip. I'm not so picky before but I disliked most of the cafes selling matcha here in PH after that trip - mahal at kulang sa lasa madalas. I'd rather drink at home unless it's for socializing with friends. This is because I was able to purchase premium matcha powders this trip unlike our trip to Fukuoka when all I bought were matcha chocolates so it never sunk in me that the "Japan quality" matcha drink depends on the powder. 🤣
It's advisable to decide on your orders before reaching the counter.
The Strongest Matcha in the World
Suzukien Asakusa
Location: 3 Chome-4-3 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Store Hours: 11 AM - 5 PM
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@xtintina15 Tasted the strongest matcha in the world, and I wanna keep coming back. 💚 I ordered matcha #4 and #7 for comparison, #7 didn't disappoint me - truly of the most potent I've eaten. Although it wasn't bitter, matcha taste that strong isn't for everyone but as a "matcha addict" I loved it soooo much. 💚 Uji, Kyoto someday 🤞 #matcha #suzukien #matchaicecream #asakusa #tokyotravel #suzukienasakusa #strongestmatcha #japan #tokyo #matchalover #japanesematcha #icecream ♬ Matcha - Tuuh
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