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Located in Uji City, Kyoto, Suen Masahisa is honored as the oldest tea house in Japan, with a rich history dating back over 850 years. Founded during the Heian period by a former samurai, this tea house has served high-quality Japanese tea to historical figures such as emperors and samurais as well as modern-day tourists. Known for its premium green tea, including matcha and gyokuro, Suen Masahisa has persevered through numerous societal changes, maintaining its traditional tea culture while adapting to contemporary tastes.