Company Overview
The stars of the show are the people right there.
We are your partners in delivering tea that blends seamlessly into the scenery.
MISSION
Designing the quality of place and the moments people share through tea.
Through tea, we design the quality of the "space and time" that people share, thereby fostering relationships.
Our mission is to enhance the quality of the spaces and moments people share through the medium of tea. The true protagonists are always the people present in those spaces. Acting as “behind-the-scenes” facilitators, we quietly support these spaces, striving to make both the “spaces” where people interact and the “moments” shaped by their relationships comfortable and enjoyable. To achieve this, we draw not only on our long-cultivated expertise in tea preparation but also on a wide range of fields and resources as we take on new challenges.
VISION
A world where beautiful moments of stillness deepen human connections.
A world where the beautiful spaces created by people
give rise to new cultures and serve as a testament to our existence.
Even without words, the mere presence of tea is enough to bring our hearts together. We envision a society where such peaceful connections spread from one person to another—whether it’s a morning in a hotel room, a casual moment at the office, or time spent with loved ones. We support a future where moments of peace and tranquility exist in every setting, where these rich experiences overflow across the globe, and where the bonds between people grow ever more beautiful and profound.
Laboratory
Laboratory
Pursuing tea as a source of well-being in a society lacking a sense of belonging
Building on the tea-making expertise we have cultivated over many years, we are dedicated to developing new teas and creating new value. By engaging directly with the environments and settings where tea is actually served and delving deeply into them, we provide each client with a unique tea experience. We believe that true uniqueness emerges from the space where hosts and guests open their hearts and nurture their relationship—a space created by combining traditional Japanese crafts, architectural approaches, cultural experiences, and digital expression.
Sustainability
Sustainability
Developing a Roadmap for the Tea Industry
Understanding the places where we work.
Learning about local customs, culture, and traditions.
Preserving and passing on these places.
We provide supportive and hospitable assistance to help new people and new technologies take on new challenges that make the most of these places.
We believe this is the way to preserve these places and create a sustainable environment.
Message from the President
Message
There are things that only tea can do.
“Around this time of day, you can see the fishing boats…”
As I sipped tea and gazed out at the sea from the hotel lounge, which offers a panoramic view of Suruga Bay, the manager quietly spoke to me from beside me.
It was just around sunset, and though it was a casual exchange, I felt as if I were being drawn into the depth of time flowing through those fishing boats and the endless expanse of the sea. Thinking that such scenery and wonderful moments exist in every corner of Japan, I feel that there is still so much more tea can do.
In the “space and time” created by tea, I believe that the role of our products—such as the tea we deliver—is to support human relationships from behind the scenes. This is because I believe these products truly come alive only when the people present use them in a way that suits the moment.
Tea is a luxury item. We are committed to embodying the true essence of tea and striving to provide value that enriches the “space and time” of each occasion.

Company Overview
Company
Trade Name
Kaneka Kitagawa Tea Co., Ltd.
Location
16-1377 Nikenya, Kanaya, Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture 428-0033
Representative
Takao Kitagawa, Representative Director
Paid-in capital
10 million yen
Founding
An auspicious day in April 1916
Establishment
August 12, 1957
Phone number
0547-46-3077
Email address
contact@kaneka-kitagawa-tea.co.jp
Business Activities
Tea Processing and Sales
