TSUJIRI The Central Store brings over 150 years of authentic Japanese green tea heritage from Uji, Kyoto directly to Singapore\s Clarke Quay Central, establishing itself as the premier destination for traditional matcha and houjicha experiences in the heart of Chinatown. This highly-rated dessert house, boasting 4.3 stars from 651 Google reviews, has become synonymous with authentic Japanese tea culture and artisanal dessert craftsmanship, offering visitors a genuine taste of Japan\s refined tea traditions in a contemporary riverside setting.
The restaurant specializes in an extensive menu of meticulously crafted matcha and houjicha-based beverages and desserts, including their signature Tsujiri Sundae combining rich matcha soft serve with traditional mochi and red bean paste, premium Matcha Parfaits, authentic Warabi Mochi, and their acclaimed Matcha Basque Cheesecake. Their beverage program features expertly prepared Uji Matcha Lattes, innovative Yuzu Houji Cha Lattes, refreshing Matcha Shiratama Floats, and both water-based and milk-based specialty drinks created from TSUJIRI\s proprietary matcha and houjicha powders. The menu also showcases seasonal offerings like their Houjicha Roll Cake using premium Yame houjicha with fluffy sponge infused with rich roasted tea aromas, and their Kurogoma black sesame roll cake that celebrates traditional Japanese flavors.
TSUJIRI\s appeal extends beyond exceptional products to encompass the complete Japanese tea house experience, featuring scenic riverside views and authentic preparation methods that honor centuries-old traditions. Their soft serve has garnered particular acclaim for its intense, sophisticated matcha flavor that achieves the perfect balance of bitterness without excessive sweetness, reflecting their commitment to using only premium-grade tea ingredients. With six locations across Singapore and both dine-in and delivery options available, TSUJIRI The Central Store has successfully introduced Singapore to the refined world of authentic Japanese tea culture, making traditional Uji tea accessible to both locals and international visitors seeking genuine Japanese dessert experiences.
It’s an outlet with only outdoor seating area. It’s okay. Tried the ice blended matcha ice blend float. The ice cream on top wasn’t too impressive, not as fragrant as I’d liked with the tea nor milk. The ice blended portions was much better, saw they used quite a bit of matcha powder.
Service wasn’t too good. Not sure how their system is like but my order was missed out even without a crowd. The lady inside saw me waiting around and then only asked for my order number and started preparing it…?! (The screen was already showing a number after mine that’s why I went to the collection point to take a look)
Xinyao Qi
First of all, menu at the counter smells like mop, suspect hygiene problem. After touching menu we have to wash our hands to get rid of the smell😨.
Drinks ok, ice-cream also not bad. Cake is way too sweet, normal standard.
After having cake, both me and my friends were not feeling well. Dizzy and tired.
Julian
Ice cream melted in matter of seconds when it was served. Do not try the vanilla cone; was a waste of time, very icy.
Taste of matcha ice cream warabimochi was alright 6.5/10(?) nothing really stood out for me..
Seating area is near the water, nice view but very very humid, perspired.
Overall experience was also tainted because of how our hands were so sticky from eating a cone and the nearest toilet being a distance away (not their fault but was a frustrating experience).
Positive Reviews
Jess Pow
Feb 2025
For matcha /genmaicha/hojicha lover, this should give a try. The sofuto mix genmaicha and hojicha recommends by staff with the mochi (is chewy and soft). Consume together the ice cream so great.
Yuzu green tea is refreshing tea.
The shop is outside of the mall.
Eric Lee
The Matcha creations here deserve a five star for green tea flavour. The only thing that is lacking at this location is comfortable seating. I love the green tea ice cream and the mochi that’s part of the mix.
Ruby Chan
Really nice large cup of iced matcha latte at $7! I asked for less sweet and it was really pleasant. Nice to have a cup of this in hand while strolling by the river!
Catherine Foo
Always a favorite if I want my fix. Went over today (23 May 25) evening. Ordered my Shiratama. The service staff who took my order and prepared it was without mask and gloves. Did a poor one and had to scope out the matcha soft serve. Did it again. Not too sure if it’s the strong breeze, turned out to be a crooked “tree”. Saw 3 service staff in the outlet. 2 were talking about sales of the other outlet. Matcha soft serve 5 stars! Service crew 3 stars!! Sitting area 3 stars!! Will I still go again? Only for the matcha 😂
Sam Liew
Came on a weekday night after dinner in a nearby restaurant, the area was packed and many items were sold out before 9pm.
The soft-serve ice cream was nice, not too sweet and especially love the red bean paste of the shiratama parfait served in a plastic cup.
Unfortunately we needed to consume in a hurry as the soft serve was melting profusely under warm weather being seated outdoor.
