Fukujuen, a Kyoto-based tea company with more than 230 years of history, is hosting a Japanese tea seasonal event called "Shincha no Furumai" (New Tea Tasting) at Kyoto Porta for six days only, from May 26 to May 31, 2026. Themed around "Kyoto tea," the event offers shoppers and Kyoto Station visitors a hands-on way to discover the world of Japanese tea and the city's deep-rooted tea culture.
Event Overview
- Dates: Tuesday, May 26 to Sunday, May 31, 2026
- Hours: 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM
- Venue: Kyoto Porta (B1F), West Area, Porta Plaza
Event Activities
(1) Free New Tea Tasting
Shincha — green tea made from the very first buds picked in spring — is available for guests to sample free of charge. Both warm and cold versions are offered side by side, giving visitors a chance to compare flavors that can only be savored at this time of year.
(2) Kyusu Teapot Brewing Experience (First-come, first-served daily; numbered ticket required)
A practical workshop on brewing Japanese tea using a traditional kyusu teapot. Participants learn how temperature and steeping time change the flavor and aroma of the tea, with tips they can apply at home.
(3) Japanese Tea Gallery
A poster panel display that walks visitors through the tea-making process — from choosing leaves to storage methods — highlighting the care and craftsmanship behind Fukujuen's teas.
(4) Product Sales
Fukujuen products are available for purchase at the event venue, covering the full spectrum of tea enjoyment: taste, color, aroma, culinary uses, culture, and presentation.
Product Sales Stores at the Event Venue
Fukujuen (Station Building 1F, Omiyage Koji Kyokomachi)
Founded in 1790, Fukujuen has been crafting tea in Kyoto for over 230 years, blending traditional techniques with new approaches to propose a contemporary tea lifestyle.
Featured products:
- "Omoiyari Kyusu" (Teapot): ¥11,000 (tax included)
- "Uji Shincha Honoka (50g bag)": ¥2,160 (tax included)
Charyou FUKUCHA (Station Building 2F)
A cafe from the Fukujuen brand that offers an approachable take on traditional Uji tea, alongside creative herb-blended teas and visually striking tea-flavored sweets.
Featured products:
- "FUKUCHA Hohroku Set": ¥22,220 (tax included)
- "Financier Uji Matcha (5 pieces)": ¥1,350 (tax included)
(5) Product Exhibition
Tea ceremony utensils, books, confectionery, and other tea-related items available at various Kyoto Porta stores are gathered at the event venue for a one-stop showcase. Exhibition items can be purchased at each participating store.
Exhibition Cooperating Stores
AKOMEYA TOKYO (Station Building B2F, South Area)
A lifestyle shop centered on carefully selected rice varieties from across Japan, also carrying condiments, dashi, tableware, and cooking tools.
Exhibition items:
- "Chasen (Matcha Whisk) 100-Prong": ¥3,520 (tax included)
- "Matcha Shaker, Kaga Yamanaka Lacquerware Fukagusa Color": ¥831 (tax included)
KEYUCA (Underground Mall, West Area)
A life-solution brand offering kitchen goods, apparel, and original products designed to address everyday needs and improve daily living.
Exhibition items:
- "Flark Coaster": ¥759 (tax included)
- "Easy-Clean Stainless Bottle 350": ¥2,189 (tax included)
Ogaki Shoten (Station Building B2F)
A bookstore born and raised in Kyoto, carrying popular and bestselling titles alongside daily-use stationery. In-store ordering is available for titles not in stock.
Exhibition items:
- "Tea Ceremony as General Knowledge": ¥869 (tax included)
- "Japanese Culture, Side Trip Journey": ¥1,760 (tax included)
Kumazawa Shoten (Underground Mall, East Area)
A bookstore stocking trending titles, Kyoto-related books, featured magazines and guidebooks, and critically reviewed nonfiction, with stationery also on hand for a convenient mid-commute or mid-shopping stop.
Exhibition items:
- "RAKU Tea Ware Photo Book": ¥5,500 (tax included)
- "The Book of Tea": ¥2,100 (tax included)
Minori Cafe (Underground Mall, West Area)
A JA Zenno Kyoto-produced cafe offering menus that highlight Kyoto's seasonal ingredients. Take-home sweets made with seasonal fruits are also available.
Exhibition items (menu panel display only):
- "Uji Matcha Parfait": ¥1,749 (tax included)
- "Minori Sweets Set (with drink)": ¥2,079 (tax included)
