List of teahouses

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Teahouses are establishments where people gather to drink tea and often enjoy light meals and snacks. The nature of a teahouse varies by country, but they all serve as social hubs and important aspects of tea culture. This is a list of notable teahouses around the world.

Asia[edit | edit source]

China[edit | edit source]

In China, teahouses (茶馆, cháguǎn or 茶屋, cháwū) are traditionally places of social interaction. They can be found in almost every neighborhood and business district. Chinese teahouses offer a variety of tea leaves, including locally grown and imported varieties.

  • Lao She Teahouse: Located in Beijing, it is named after the famous Chinese writer, Lao She, and his play, Teahouse. It is a place where traditional Chinese performances can be watched while enjoying tea.

Japan[edit | edit source]

In Japan, a teahouse usually refers to a private structure designed for holding Japanese tea ceremonies. This structure and specifically the room in it where the tea ceremony takes place is called chashitsu (茶室).

  • Hōsen-in: A historic teahouse in Kyoto that is known for its gardens and artistic treasures.

Taiwan[edit | edit source]

Taiwan has a strong tea culture, with many teahouses throughout the country. Taiwanese teahouses offer a wide range of teas, many of which are grown locally.

  • Wistaria Tea House: A historic teahouse in Taipei, it is a cultural landmark known for its Taiwanese tea and historic architecture.

Europe[edit | edit source]

United Kingdom[edit | edit source]

In the United Kingdom, teahouses are more commonly referred to as tea rooms. They became popular in the Victorian era, and continue to be a significant aspect of British culture.

North America[edit | edit source]

United States[edit | edit source]

In the United States, teahouses serve a variety of teas, often in a casual or formal setting.

  • Dushanbe Teahouse: Located in Boulder, Colorado, it was a gift from Boulder's sister city, Dushanbe in Tajikistan.

See also[edit | edit source]

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