Sao Paulo 🇧🇷 Japanese tea shop | a little wabi-sabi

🏠 Motchimu 🗺️ R. Dr. Melo Alves, 303 - Jardins, São Paulo - SP, 01417-010 📝 The Procrastinator’s Finally Caves This long-time bucket-list spot has been around the corner from my place—classic "too close to visit" syndrome! Finally checked it off 😅 🌿 Japanese Minimalism as a Living Space I’m obsessed with Japanese interior design—if I ever own a home, it’ll be all natural wood, glass to flood in light, and that warm, simple Muji aesthetic. Motchimu embodies this perfectly 🏺 👔 Where Service Meets Artistry Staff in crisp white shirts and black pants blend into the space seamlessly—their demeanor feels more East Asian than Latin American. Polite, knowledgeable, and unexpectedly stylish 🧑侍 🍵 The 120 BRL Sensory Ritual We ordered the "experiencias" set: three teas + three pastries for 120 BRL. Pricey, but it’s about the experience. Sitting by the counter to watch the tea master at work was hypnotic—those whisking skills are next-level! 🌀 🧑🍳 The Japanese-Brazilian Tea Maven Turns out the owner is Japanese-Brazilian, from the same family as Mirakami restaurant. Our server, who spent 5 years at Japan House, spoke about East Asian tea culture with such depth—it’s clear this is a passion project 📚 😌 When Atmosphere Outshines Flavor The matcha was smooth with a gentle aftertaste, pastries weren’t cloyingly sweet. But let’s be honest: I’ll return for the zen vibe and impeccable service, not just the food 👥 💰 Price & Perfect For 60 BRL/person Ideal for slow afternoons with friends who appreciate aesthetic dining 🌟 #CafeExploration #GlobalGourmet #MatchaMoments #JapaneseTeahouse #DesignerEats