Gong Cha Harajuku Jingu-mae Shop

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Open now 10AM - 9PM

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Gong cha, located on Jingumae Street in Tokyo, offers a taste of Taiwanese bubble tea amid the bustle of Harajuku. While not comprehensively listed in popular restaurant directories, Gong cha maintains a minimal presence on platforms like Foursquare. It's known for its Taiwanese pearl teas, with options like milk-foam black tea topped with pearls being a favorite among visitors.

The establishment features outdoor seating, providing a pleasant spot to sip tea and enjoy bar snacks, though Wi-Fi and reservation capabilities are not available. The shop buzzes with a lively, youthful atmosphere, often crowded with young patrons. It operates daily from 10 AM to 10 PM, but recent insights from the owner are lacking, as the latest customer reviews date back several years.

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Nicky's Travels 2 months ago on Google

Gong Cha Harajuku Jingumae is a bubble tea spot right in the middle of one of Tokyo’s busiest areas, and it is quick, convenient, and consistently solid if you’re craving boba while walking around Harajuku. The shop itself is compact but efficient, with a steady flow of both tourists and locals coming in and out. Ordering is straightforward through a kiosk system, and even during busy periods, the line moves fairly quickly. It’s not really a sit-down-and-stay-place so much as a grab-your-drink-and-keep-walking kind of stop, though there is some space if you need a short break. The drinks are pretty similar to those found overseas, but it does also have very unique ones like hojicha, peach, and other flavors exclusive to the Japanese market. The drinks we got were tasty, not overly sweet, and paired well as a drink to bring around. What stood out most was how smooth the operation is. Even in a busy Harajuku location, everything felt organized and fast, and the staff handled the crowd without much delay. It’s the kind of place you appreciate when you just want something cold and familiar without thinking too much. That said, it is very much a chain boba shop. If you’re looking for something artisanal or deeply unique, this won’t be it. But if you’re already in the area and want a quick milk tea fix, it does the job without hassle. Meal type: Other Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4

Response from the owner 2 months ago

Nicky's Travels様平素よりゴンチャをご愛顧いただき、誠にありがとうございます。 ---------------------------------- ※Sorry for this support is Japanese text only. ---------------------------------- この度はゴンチャ原宿神宮前店 (Gong Cha)をご利用いただき誠にありがとうございます。貴重なご意見をいただき、心より感謝申し上げます。当店の効率的なサービスやドリンクをお楽しみいただけたようで、大変嬉しく思います。お客様にとって便利で快適な場所であり続けられるよう、今後も努力してまいります。またのご来店を心よりお待ちしております。

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Jchcmax 2 months ago on Google

Busy location but good place for boba in Harajuku. Ordered from touch screen menu in English. Easy transaction and fast service. Had mango tea with boba. Boba was nice and soft. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Response from the owner 2 months ago

Jchcmax様平素よりゴンチャをご愛顧いただき、誠にありがとうございます。 ---------------------------------- ※Sorry for this support is Japanese text only. ---------------------------------- この度はゴンチャ原宿神宮前店 (Gong Cha)をご利用いただき誠にありがとうございます。お忙しい中、素敵なレビューをお寄せいただき、心より感謝申し上げます。英語でのご注文がスムーズに行えたとのこと、また、ドリンクと柔らかいパールをお楽しみいただけたようで大変嬉しく思います。今後とも、より良いサービスを提供できるよう努めてまいりますので、またのご来店を心よりお待ちしております。

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Litasha Mortera Babas 7 months ago on Google

Ordered the Strawberry Milk Tea with Boba. It was a very busy location, but the staff was friendly, and the boba was cooked great! Meal type: Other Price per person: ¥1,000–2,000 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3

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+81 3-6434-9554

$$$$ Price range per person JPY 1 - JPY 1,000

Jingumae, 4 Chome−31−11 Re-Belle Harajuku, 1F

Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

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Jingumae, 4 Chome−31−11 Re-Belle Harajuku, 1F, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan

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Сredit cards accepted Takeaway Not wheelchair accessible

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