Umami – Matcha Café, Japanese tea house in 3rd arrondissement, France
Umami is a matcha café in the 3rd arrondissement that serves tea and small dishes in a modern space while also selling Japanese groceries for takeaway. The interior combines an open café area with shelves stocked with imported ingredients from Japan.
The founder was shaped by his family's passion for Japanese traditions that have been present in Paris for years. This connection to Japan led to the opening of the café as a place to share authentic tea culture.
The name refers to the Japanese concept of the fifth taste, and you can sense this idea in every drink and dish served here. The space functions as a quiet retreat where visitors experience a different pace from the bustling city around it.
The space is small and cozy, so mornings or early afternoons are best when it is less crowded. The limited menu means service moves quickly, allowing you to grab something fast even if you are just passing through.
The café serves matcha in unexpected ways, such as as porridge with quinoa and house-made granola containing yuzu peels. This East Asian citrus is rarely used in French cafés and brings a subtle, fresh flavor to the dishes.
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