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    Nippon Cha

    4.5 (183 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
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    Dogs allowed

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    Roop K.

    Matcha soft serve is insanely STRONG. Not for the weak and not for the casual matcha lovers. Not too sweet either Tbh I loved but for some it may be tooo much

    Matcha latte with oat milk
    Katelynn T.

    If you like seriously strong ceremonial grade matcha reminiscent of how it's done in Japan, then this is the place. The matcha is so strong that I had to drink it way slower because the caffeine was hitting. Shamefully I like matcha lattes that balance matcha quality/strength with more creaminess, so this was too much for me. But yeah this is quality stuff and the cup was quite large despite being a "small"

    Kuro Mitsu Matcha
    Ashley T.

    One of my favorite matcha places int he city! You can really taste the matcha! I got the Kuro Mitsu Matcha and it was basically a brown sugar matcha latte. The brown sugar syrup wasn't overpowering. They do batch their matcha and then just add x amount of grams to your latte when you order, which is slightly disappointing. The staff as very nice and they got the matcha to me quickly (although it wasn't super busy around 11am on a Sunday when I went). They also sell a variety of matcha powders and matcha accessories in store!

    iced matcha latte
    Sophia W.

    The quality of the matcha is amazing! The iced matcha latte was so creamy, and not too sweet. You can taste the matcha, and it's not powdery. The matcha tiramisu is so creamy. The strawberry matcha is perfect, not too sweet. The staff are all so kind, they work fast even when the line gets long. There are only two tables inside, and it's a small space.

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    Lizzie S.

    I've been here a few times on two different trips now (which is saying something, because I'm more of a Manhattan girlie than a Brooklyn girlie.) How does this keep happening? My friend who works in the neighborhood routinely enjoys their Usucha ("thin tea", or plain matcha)--it's prepared well and is soothing and has a rich bitter matcha flavor. Twice, I ordered my Kuro mitsu Matcha Latte. It's rich and sweet (hey, kuromitsu is a Japanese syrup!) Matcha Cheese Cake was also rich, sweet, and just the right amount of bitterness. The interior is very minimalist, intimate, and cozy. Service is fine.

    Matcha ki T2c. Kinako Latte
    Bon H.

    We were walking around the area and found this cha-ya. Tried a new drink today! Matcha latte with Kinako- roasted soy bean. If you like Kinako you will like it. It's a little grainy and nutty flavored. Kinako powder is usually a topper on mochi and other desserts. Cute little cafe for tea.

    Matcha Soft Serve
    Tiffany V.

    4.7/5 Matcha Soft Serve -- very impressed! Matcha flavor is very strong and bitter forward if you like that! Ice cream base is very smooth, and didn't melt too fast even when eating by Domino Park! Only some slight grittiness of the matcha powder noted as it melted. Portion is also super generous, easily could be split between 2 people.

    Anthony S.

    Nippon Cha is a specialty matcha shop offering a range of snacks and desserts, from cakes to matcha-based drinks. The store also carries a selection of matcha tools and exclusively sells its own Nippon Cha branded matcha. On this visit, I ordered the strawberry matcha latte. While the strawberry syrup was quite sweet, it ended up overpowering the matcha. This may appeal to those who prefer a stronger sweetness, but I personally prefer a more balanced blend of matcha and fruit flavor. Despite this, I would visit Nippon Cha for all of your matcha making needs!

    Matcha Coconut Water.
    Cindy Z.

    While strolling around Williamsburg, I was getting thirsty and found this matcha spot. There's a kiosk to order your drinks while you can watch the tea masters whisking the matcha. I ordered the Matcha with Coconut Water ($7) and my friend had the Matcha Yuzu Lemonade ($7). The matcha is so earthy paired with the coconut water, which was so refreshing. This is such an authentic Japanese matcha shop with delicious matcha drinks.

    Matcha Yuzu Lemonade
    Vivienne C.

    Super yummy! Was looking for a mid-afternoon pick me up and stumbled on this matcha place. The waiters were incredibly nice and they made our order within 2 minutes which is pretty impressive for a drinks place. We ordered the Matcha Yuzu Lemonade and this was delicious and I feel so inspired to try to replicate this drink at home. The yuzu flavor was very evident and didn't seem artificial at all. The matcha also added a nice layer onto it which was surprising as I thought the flavors would clash quite a bit. My only gripe is that they didn't fill out drink all the way up, maybe only to the 85% lines. Overall, absolutely fantastic drinks place and I will be back for more!

    Brianna W.

    Got the kuromitsu matcha latte and really liked it. The flavor was unique and balanced, not overly sweet. A great spot if you're into trying different styles of matcha drinks.

    Blu M.

    Stopped by Nippon Cha and got their small matcha soft serve cone. absolutely delicious! It had that perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness that good matcha should have. The texture was creamy and smooth, not too heavy, and the flavor lingered just right. Service was friendly and quick, and the overall vibe was calm and clean. Definitely worth a stop if you're craving authentic matcha soft serve!

    Anna S.

    Nippon Cha was among the first places my friends and I stopped for our NYC matcha crawl. Since it was a Sunday, the line practically went out the door, and we were packed like sardines. Per usual, the interior had a clean, minimalist design and cozy atmosphere. Because they made the wrong order, we got a free matcha latte with soy milk! Ultimately, we got a matcha latte with oat milk and a (FREE) matcha latte with soy, which enhanced our matcha crawl experience. I noticed a subtle difference between the drinks due to the milk; the matcha latte with oat milk was creamier and sweeter than the soy latte. In comparison, the matcha soy had a grassier taste. Neither was bad! But it's a matter of preference; personally, I do prefer the bitterness. However, I also like a creamy matcha latte, so both have pros and cons. Despite the creamier oat latte than the soy latte, I found Nippon Cha, in general, to be more watery than the matcha lattes that I would end up trying later in the crawl. I'd gladly come back to try their desserts and other drinks, but I left feeling a bit underwhelmed.

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    This place is great. I enjoyed the matcha latte and my boyfriend enjoyed this coffee. A great find while exploring

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