Koto Tea Space - 琴 (Japanese tea & matcha specialty shop)
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Specialist Japanese tea space offering high-grade matcha and rare teas from Tsuji Farm, with a sommeliers' bar, tea grinding workshops, and on-site wagashi preparation by Japanese chefs. The venue pairs traditional ceremony protocols with contemporary design.
Concept
A dedicated Japanese tea institution structured around a sommelier's bar, focusing exclusively on premium grades from Tsuji Farm. The space integrates ceremonial protocols with contemporary service standards through a studied minimalist aesthetic.
Technical Elements
- Custom tea preparation stations with precise temperature control
- Dedicated grinding area for fresh matcha production
- Climate-controlled storage for rare tea varieties
- On-site wagashi preparation kitchen
Program
Tea Service
- Usucha and Koicha matcha preparations
- Curated selection of Sencha, Gyokuro, and Hojicha
- Professional tea evaluation sessions
- Individual grinding workshops
Culinary Elements
- Daily fresh warabi mochi production
- Seasonal wagashi program by resident Japanese chefs
- Toraya yokan service
Architecture & Design
- Kyoto-influenced spatial organization
- Museum-grade display systems for teaware collections
- Reference library of Japanese tea documentation
- Dedicated workshop space for hands-on learning
Technical Specifications
- Intimate bar seating for guided tastings
- Temperature and humidity-controlled tea storage
- Specialized water filtration system
- Professional-grade grinding equipment