Yame is famous for producing some of Japan’s richest, most aromatic green tea, so it’s no surprise that the matcha ice cream here tastes completely different from anywhere else. It’s deeper, greener, smoother—like the essence of Yame tea captured in a single scoop. During my Japan trip, I tried matcha Green Tea drink and ice cream all across Yame, and these five places stood out the most.
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| The View from Yame Central Tea Plantation Observation Deck (八女中央大茶園 展望所) |
1. Kashi Kichi
Address: 2626-3 Hoshinomura, Yame, Fukuoka
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| Kashi Kichi |
Kashi Kichi is one of my favorite stops in Hoshinomura, and their matcha smoothie is always worth the trip. Made with rich Yame matcha, it’s smooth, refreshing, and has the perfect balance of gentle bitterness and sweetness. Enjoying it in the quiet mountain village makes it taste even more special.
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| Kashi Kichi |
2. Ushijima Seicha (牛島製茶)
Address: 405-4 Tsunoe, Yame, Fukuoka
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| Ushijima Seicha (牛島製茶) |
Ushijima Seicha offers a matcha soft serve that feels like a direct expression of their tea-making craft. The color is a deep jade, and the flavor is intense without being overwhelming. It’s the kind of green tea ice cream that makes you pause after the first bite because it’s so pure and clean. A must‑visit for tea lovers who appreciate depth and authenticity.
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| Ushijima Seicha (牛島製茶) |
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| Ushijima Seicha (牛島製茶) |
3. Yame Cha Cafe Bunbuku (八女茶カフェ ぶんぶく)
Address: 269-2 Toyobuku, Yame, Fukuoka
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| Yame Cha Cafe Bunbuku (八女茶カフェ ぶんぶく) |
Bunbuku’s matcha ice cream is gentle, creamy, and comforting—perfect for anyone who prefers a smoother, slightly sweeter matcha profile. The café itself has a cozy, local atmosphere, making it a lovely place to take a break and enjoy a refreshing treat between sightseeing stops.
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| Yame Cha Cafe Bunbuku (八女茶カフェ ぶんぶく) |
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| Yame Cha Cafe Bunbuku (八女茶カフェ ぶんぶく) |
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| Yame Cha Cafe Bunbuku (八女茶カフェ ぶんぶく) |
4. Chanohadou (茶の葉堂)
Address: 2019-4 Mizuhara Hirokawa, Yame, Fukuoka
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| Chanohadou (茶の葉堂) |
Chanohadou’s matcha soft serve is luxurious—rich, silky, and topped with a generous dusting of Yame matcha powder. The bitterness and sweetness come together beautifully, creating a layered flavor that lingers. This was one of the most memorable matcha ice creams of my trip, and it perfectly reflects the quality of Yame tea.
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| Chanohadou (茶の葉堂) |
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| Chanohadou (茶の葉堂) |
5. Bengaramura Cafe Gather Drip (べんがら村 カフェ ギャザー ドリップ)
Address: 100 Miyano, Yame, Fukuoka
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| Bengaramura Cafe Gather Drip (べんがら村 カフェ ギャザー ドリップ) |
Located inside the charming Bengaramura complex, this café serves a refreshing matcha ice cream that’s lighter and more refreshing than the others. It’s ideal on a hot summer day, especially after exploring the traditional red‑brick buildings and local shops in the area.
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| Bengaramura Cafe Gather Drip (べんがら村 カフェ ギャザー ドリップ) |
Matcha Ice Cream You Can Find at Supermarkets in Fukuoka
You can also find delicious commercial matcha ice cream throughout Fukuoka, especially at convenience stores and local supermarkets.
Marunaga Ice Manju Matcha (丸永あいすまんじゅう 抹茶) Marunaga Ice Manju Matcha combines creamy matcha ice cream with a center of sweet Hokkaido red bean paste. The matcha has a gentle sweetness and a hint of pleasant bitterness, making it a refreshing and satisfying frozen treat.
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| Marunaga Ice Manju Matcha (丸永あいすまんじゅう 抹茶) |
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| Marunaga Ice Manju Matcha (丸永あいすまんじゅう 抹茶) |
Marunaga Yame Matcha Monaka (丸永八女抹茶もなか) Marunaga Yame Matcha Monaka features a crisp monaka wafer filled with fragrant Yame matcha ice cream, offering a simple yet flavorful way to enjoy Yame’s signature tea.
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| Marunaga Yame Matcha Monaka (丸永八女抹茶もなか) |
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| Marunaga Yame Matcha Monaka (丸永八女抹茶もなか) |
After exploring cafés, tea shops, and even convenience stores across Yame and Fukuoka, I realized that matcha here can be enjoyed in so many forms—smoothies, soft serve, and even affordable commercial ice cream. Whether it’s a handcrafted drink in a quiet village or a packaged treat from a local supermarket, each one highlights the depth and character of Yame matcha in its own way. It’s one of the reasons I love coming back to this region: no matter where you go, you can always find a little taste of Yame’s tea culture.
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