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Tsujiri (辻利) is one of the oldest and most respected names in Japanese tea, established in 1860 in Kyoto by Riemon Tsuji. Tsuji is credited with advancing techniques to enhance the flavour and sweetness of tea, particularly Gyokuro — the highest grade of Japanese green tea. The Tsujiri Premium outlet at One Holland Village (#02-25/26) is Singapore's only "Premium" format, offering an expanded experience beyond the standard Tsujiri outlets: alongside the signature matcha lattes, parfaits, and ice cream, this outlet serves savoury lunch sets including pasta and ochazuke (tea-poured rice) — making it a full Japanese café destination rather than just a dessert stop.
The matcha at Tsujiri is sourced from Uji, Kyoto — the most prestigious matcha-producing region in Japan, where the combination of soil quality, climate, and centuries of cultivation expertise creates green tea with unparalleled depth of flavour. The Premium Matcha Parfait is the signature dessert: layers of matcha ice cream, matcha jelly, shiratama (mochi balls), azuki (red bean), cornflakes, and whipped cream — a textural journey through Japanese dessert traditions. The Iced Strawberry Matcha (S$7++) is the most Instagrammable item: a beautiful green-to-pink gradient. The Hojicha range (roasted green tea) offers an alternative for those who find matcha too bitter: hojicha has a toasty, caramelised sweetness that appeals to a broader palate. The savoury menu — available only at the Premium outlet — includes Hokkaido Scallop Shrimp Paste Pasta (S$18.80) and Salmon Ikura Ochazuke (S$18.80), both served with a complimentary drink during lunch sets.
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Menu & Pricing
| Item | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Premium Matcha Parfait Layers of matcha ice cream, jelly, shiratama, azuki, cream | from S$14.80 | Signature |
| Iced Strawberry Matcha Beautiful green-to-pink gradient matcha drink | S$7++ | |
| Matcha Soft Serve Rich Uji matcha ice cream cone | from S$5.80 | Popular |
| Hojicha Latte Roasted green tea latte — toasty, sweet, smooth | from S$6.80 | Alternative |
| Salmon Ikura Ochazuke (Lunch) Salmon and salmon roe over rice with green tea broth — Premium exclusive | S$18.80 | Lunch set |
| Genmaicha Strawberry Cake Genmaicha-infused cake with strawberry layers | S$11.80 | Cake |
* Prices subject to GST. Menu may vary.
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Your Visit
First Visit: Matcha Essentials
Start with the Premium Matcha Parfait (from S$14.80) — this is Tsujiri at its most elaborate: multiple textures, temperatures, and Japanese flavours in one elegant glass. Then try the Matcha Soft Serve (from S$5.80) — pure Uji matcha ice cream without distractions. For drinks, the Iced Strawberry Matcha (S$7++) is photogenic and delicious. If you visit during lunch, the savoury sets with a free drink are excellent value. Non-matcha lovers: try Hojicha anything — the roasted, toasty flavour profile is more universally appealing than matcha's bitter-sweet character.
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Editor's Note
Tsujiri Premium at One Holland Village is the matcha destination that serious Japanese tea enthusiasts have been waiting for. The "Premium" designation is not just marketing — this outlet genuinely offers an expanded experience with savoury meals, exclusive desserts, and a café atmosphere that the smaller Tsujiri outlets cannot match. The matcha quality is Uji-grade (the real thing, not commercial matcha powder), and it shows in every sip and bite. At S$8–20, it positions itself as an affordable luxury — a premium matcha experience at café prices. For Holland Village's discerning audience, this is the natural afternoon stop between shopping and dinner.
The History of Tsujiri: 165 Years of Tea Mastery
In 1860, Riemon Tsuji established Tsujiri in Kyoto's Uji district — a region that had been cultivating premium green tea for over 800 years. Tsuji's innovation was developing techniques to enhance the natural sweetness and umami of tea leaves, particularly through controlled shading (kabuse) that increases the chlorophyll and L-theanine content, producing the deep green colour and rich flavour that defines premium matcha. The Gyokuro grade that Tsuji perfected became known as the finest green tea in Japan — and the Tsujiri name became synonymous with uncompromising tea quality. Over 165 years, the brand has evolved from a traditional tea merchant into a modern café concept that introduces Japanese tea culture to new audiences through accessible formats like matcha lattes, soft serve, and parfaits — while maintaining the Uji-sourced ingredient quality that Riemon Tsuji insisted upon over a century and a half ago. The Singapore operations currently include five outlets, with the Premium format at One Holland Village being the most comprehensive. The "Premium" designation indicates a full café menu including savoury dishes, exclusive desserts, and a refined interior design that pays homage to Kyoto's tea house aesthetic — dark wood, clean lines, and the quiet elegance that characterises Japanese interior design at its best.