List of tea houses

Tea houses are establishments where people gather to drink tea. They have a long history in many cultures, particularly in East and Southeast Asia, where they have served as centers of social interaction, cultural production, and political negotiation. This is a list of notable tea houses.

China

China is the birthplace of tea culture, and tea houses have a long history there.

• Lao She Teahouse - Located in Beijing, it is named after the famous Chinese writer Lao She and his play "Teahouse". It offers traditional Chinese teas, performances, and cultural exhibitions.

• Huxinting Teahouse - Situated in the heart of Shanghai, it is one of the oldest and most famous tea houses in China, known for its traditional architecture and tranquil atmosphere.

Japan

In Japan, tea houses are closely associated with the Japanese tea ceremony.

• Taian - A historic tea house in Kyoto, it is considered a national treasure. It was designed by the tea master Sen no Rikyu.

• Kan'ei-ji - A temple in Tokyo that houses a tea house where the Tokugawa shogunate held tea ceremonies.

United Kingdom

The United Kingdom has a strong tradition of tea houses, reflecting its long history of tea consumption.

• Twinings - The oldest tea shop in London, it has been selling tea since 1706.

• Betty's Tea Rooms - A chain of popular tea rooms in Yorkshire, known for their traditional afternoon tea.

United States

Tea houses in the United States reflect a variety of cultural influences.

• Dobra Tea - A chain of tea houses that originated in Prague, but now has several locations in the United States.

• Samovar Tea Lounge - A modern tea house in San Francisco that offers a wide range of teas from around the world.

See also

• Tea culture
• History of tea
• Tea ceremony

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