Omi Cha Marukichi's Roasted Tea Sweets in Koga, Shiga, are a Gem of Aroma

Leaf KYOTO Shiga The roasted tea sweets from [Omicha Marukichi] in Koka, Shiga are a masterpiece with a delicious aroma.

2022.12.20

The roasted tea sweets from [Omicha Marukichi] in Koka, Shiga are a masterpiece with a delicious aroma.

Established in the Meiji era (1868-1912), this store specializes in roasted tea from Maruyoshi Omi Cha, a tea manufacturer and seller.

It is different from green tea and conveys the unique appeal of roasted tea.
This tea expert recommends a lineup of 10 types of roasted tea leaves with different types, roasting methods, and degrees of roasting. You can sample them, so you can experience the color, aroma, and taste of each tea leaf to find the one you like best.

The shop also offers a variety of sweets using its signature roasted tea. In addition to Japanese sweets such as dorayaki and monaka, financiers and cookies are also available. A glass of sake with the rich flavor of roasted tea is a typical way to enjoy Tsuchiyama.

A two-layered dessert consisting of roasted tea pudding topped with a jelly yose of honey-boiled azuki beans. You can enjoy the difference in texture and flavor while it is smooth. Roasted tea pudding: 375 yen per piece.

A rich, rich product baked by adding roasted tea with a pronounced aroma to meringue and white chocolate. The moist and fluffy texture is delicious. Roasted tea soufflé 5 pieces, 1,188 yen.

Omi Cha Marukichi

All is well that ends well
2723 Ohno, Tsuchiyama-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga
10 minutes drive from Koga-Tsuchiyama IC of Meishin Expressway
Tel. 0748-67-1333
9:30-18:00
Tea house 10:00-18:00 (LO/17:00)
Closed on Wednesdays
15 parking lots
https://houjicha-maruyoshi.com/
Eat-in allowed

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