Our Mission:
“Share a peaceful world through Japanese tea”
At Nagasaki Ikedoki Tea, we act as a bridge—connecting you, the tea fields, and a sense of peace through the medium of Japanese tea.
Even our name, “Ikedoki” (いけどき), is a beautiful local Nagasaki dialect word meaning “a moment shared over tea” or a “tea break.” We believe that tea is more than a beverage; it is a way to connect people, cultures, and stories.
Our Three Core Activities
To fulfill our mission, we focus our energy on three main areas:
1. Supporting Nagasaki Tea Producers
Domestic tea consumption in Japan decreases year by year, making it challenging for local farmers to sustain their livelihoods. We work directly with Nagasaki tea producers to help them reach an international audience, ensuring they can continue farming and passing down their craft. Through our online shop, we share their stories and their teas directly with you. 👉 Visit our Online Shop
2. Connecting People through Tea Tourism
We host guided, English-language tea tours in Higashisonogi. Our goal is to share the quiet beauty of our coastal tea fields overlooking Omura Bay and walk you through a local processing factory to see how tea is made. We will guide you through Nagasaki’s history and brew a selection of green, roasted, and black teas for you. 👉 Explore our Tea Tours
3. Community & Education (Bridging the Gap)
We foster an international community around Japanese tea. Through educational workshops, cultural exchange, and our internship program, we help global tea enthusiasts deepen their knowledge and connect directly with rural farming life in Japan.
Discover More About Ikedoki
- Our Team: Learn about the people behind the project and our community collaborators.
👉 Our Team - Japanese Tea Internship: Discover how you can live in Nagasaki, learn about tea from leaf to cup, and support our tour operations.
👉 Explore our Internship Program - Visit Us: Ready to join a tour or drop by our office? Get details on directions, transit, and free parking.
👉 Contact & Directions