Yamecha Tea Sweets

The Yame area in the south of Fukuoka Prefecture is a famous tea region that boasts the largest scale of gyokuro production in Japan. The tea fields spread along the Yabe River, where the day and night temperature gap brings frequent mist, nurturing fine tea rich in sweetness and umami. In recent years, sweets that lavishly use this Yame tea, from matcha parfaits and ice cream to pancakes made with dorayaki batter, have grown popular.

Highlights

- Yame tea, boasting the top gyokuro output in Japan - A fine matcha flavor where sweetness and umami stand out - Varied sweets such as matcha parfaits and affogato - The atmosphere of a producing region framed by tea fields

Seasonal Enjoyment

Early summer, when new tea appears, is a prime time to enjoy sweets with a fragrant cup. Have cold matcha ice cream in the heat and warm tea in the chilly season to enjoy it all year.

Access and Basics

- Area: the Yame area centered on Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture - Access: convenient by car from stations such as JR Hainuzuka - Budget guide: an affordable price as cafe sweets - Facilities where you can touch tea culture are dotted about

A Little Advice

Order a freshly brewed Yame tea with your sweets to feel the natural sweetness and aroma more deeply. As a souvenir, choosing the tea leaves themselves lets you enjoy the region flavor at home.