【Sunday Slow Time】Ichihashi Tea & Confectionery Shop, a Japanese tea ceremony experience narrated in Chinese
Last updated 2026-09-25 — At the entrance, a large wooden signboard bearing the shop’s name, dark fabric curtains, and an ancient Japanese sunken hearth hanging in the stairwell atrium — a gentle Japanese cultural vibe begins to permeate. The dining area is on the second floor, where shoes must be removed. The spacious...
By TRAVELER Luxe
At the entrance, a large wooden signboard bearing the shop’s name, dark fabric curtains, and an ancient Japanese sunken hearth hanging in the stairwell atrium — a gentle Japanese cultural vibe begins to permeate. The dining area is on the second floor, where shoes must be removed. The spacious space features only a few tatami seating areas and regular seating, with each table offering guests ample private space to enjoy tea and conversation without disturbing others. The wooden lattice doors and window frames, the antique wooden cabinet and geta (Japanese wooden clogs) placed in the corner, as well as many small ornaments brought back by the owner from Japan, all contribute to maximizing the relaxed Japanese ambiance.
The “Dahlia,” made with sesame, red bean, and chestnut paste, symbolizes chrysanthemums blooming in spring. (Photo provided by TRAVELER Luxe)
Specializing in wagashi and Japanese atmosphere
Ichihashi Tea & Confectionery Shop is open for seven hours each day, and the handmade wagashi made on the same day usually sells out by 2 or 3 pm. The reason for its popularity is that the tea ceremony and wagashi here come from traditional craftsmanship that the owner learned through six years of apprenticeship in Kyoto, Japan. Without flying to Japan, you can still taste the authentic flavor of Japanese wagashi. Each season offers wagashi items that highlight seasonal ingredients, and the “Haruyama” and “Dahlia” we tasted today were even specially reserved for us by the shop owner — otherwise, they would probably have been snapped up by other customers.
Sitting in the spacious tatami seating area, sipping authentic genmaicha (roasted brown rice tea), you can fully appreciate the Japanese leisure style. (Photo provided by TRAVELER Luxe)
Red bean soup with plump, full grains. (Photo provided by TRAVELER Luxe)
The “Haruyama,” as the name suggests, is shaped like a mountain, symbolizing the melting snow in spring when green life begins to emerge from the soil, showing the image of life and fruits growing vigorously — a very beautiful metaphor. Its ingredients are even more ingenious: red beans, almonds, and matcha — three colors and three flavors blended together, with a soft yet elastic texture. The “Dahlia” represents chrysanthemums blooming in spring, made with sesame, red beans, and chestnut paste. Since all items use natural ingredients without any preservatives, the take-away wagashi here has a shelf life of only three days.
The wooden lattice doors and window frames create an elegant spatial atmosphere. (Photo provided by TRAVELER Luxe)
Besides wagashi, the shop also offers authentic Kyoto-style genmaicha, yuba (tofu skin) sushi, and red bean soup with distinct grains and a mildly sweet taste, among other afternoon tea sets. For meals, there are options like salmon ochazuke (rice soaked in tea), Sanuki udon, and steamed sea bream, all emphasizing Japanese flavors. Dining here should also be done at a slower pace — from the coasters and tea utensils used, to the hand towels at the sink, you can feel the meticulous Japanese service spirit.
【Info】Ichihashi Tea & Confectionery Shop
Address: No. 38, Dadun 19th Street, West District, Taichung City
Phone: 04-2319-3898
Hours: 11:30–18:00
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A corner inside the shop exudes a strong Japanese atmosphere. (Photo provided by TRAVELER Luxe)
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