About Rokkaku Chikiriya Tea Shop
For over a century, Rokkaku Chikiriya has preserved traditional Kyoto tea craftsmanship with an unwavering dedication to quality.
The store name "Chikiriya" originates from our ancestors who served as artisan craftsmen for Nara's Kasuga Shrine, presenting floral stands ("Chikiri-bana") during the Wakamiya Festival.
We strive to honor our historic lineage by delivering artful taste and refined aroma in every leaf of tea we produce.
We hope to bring peace, health, and moments of calm to your everyday life through our signature green tea.
This photograph was taken around 1910 (Meiji 43) in front of the Akiyama Kakubei store and tea shop "Chikiriya" (now Sanjo Chikiriya Co., Ltd.open_in_new).
Of the two figures at the entrance, the gentleman holding the ledger is clerk Chobei Noda. Next to him, the young man wheeling out a bicycle is the founder of Rokkaku Chikiriya, Eijiro Wakabayashi (in his 20s, known then as Risuke).
History & Heritage
Corporate Philosophy
Through Japanese tea, we create peaceful environments, uphold thorough attention to detail, and pass down tea culture to future generations.
Management Policy
We aim to be a company that remains deeply rooted in our community, treats customers with warmth and affection alongside our employees, and provides a soothing space for the next 100 years.
Greeting
President & Wife
Whether on ordinary days or special occasions, tea is quietly present in our daily lives.
We strive to bring peace of mind by encouraging moments of relaxation over a pot of freshly brewed tea. As a Kyoto local tea merchant, we remain committed to standing closely alongside our community and society, offering timeless taste and artistry in every cup.
President & CEO: Daisuke Wakabayashi
Rokkaku Chikiriya Movie
Experience the ambiance of our shop, tea brewing techniques, and matcha preparation methods.