London’s five most popular matcha spots have been revealed, according to TikTok hashtag volume.
Matcha is fast becoming one of London’s most in-demand drinks, with more than 2,000 TikTok posts this week alone featuring everything from iced strawberry matcha lattes to traditional ceremonial brews.
Using TikTok data, the community team at wellness focused student accommodation provider Fusion students have identified London’s five most popular matcha spots, ranked by hashtag volume over the past week. The cafes listed below are winning fans not just for their bold coffees, but also for their aesthetic interiors and creative twists on the classic matcha latte.
Top five matcha spots in London:
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#jenkimatcha – 552 posts
With four matcha bars located in Spitalfields, Selfridges, Covent Garden and Borough Market, JENKI ranks as the most talked about matcha destination in London this week. The brand has generated more than 550 TikTok posts under hashtag #jenkimatcha, driven by its dedicated matcha menu and strong presence across the city.
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#tsujirimatcha – 212 posts
Tsujiri is one of the oldest matcha brands in the world with a 165-year heritage and ranks as the second most popular matcha destination in London. The Japanese matcha house which generates around 212 posts a week for #tsujirimatcha has three locations across London, in Camden, Chinatown and Stratford.
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#matchado – 145 posts
Matchado has gained a strong following for its high quality Japanese matcha and variety of matcha flavoured sweet treats. The café located in Chiswick and London Kings Cross has been featured in 145 TikTok posts, with many rating it among the best spots in London to grab matcha based drinks.
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#blanstreetlondon – 121 posts
New York born Blank Street Coffee takes fourth place with 121 TikTok mentions this week. The chain which already operates 17 stores across London, has gained attention for its minimalist sage green interiors and aesthetic matcha coffee. More than 30 locations are planned, making matcha increasingly available to coffee lovers across London.
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#howmatcha – 28 posts
Located in the heart of Marylebone, How Matcha is one of London’s newest matcha spots and ranks in the top five places to get the energising superfood with 28 posts for #howmatcha on TikTok this week.
Laura Kurt managing director at Fusion Students, comments: “Matcha has become increasingly popular among the younger generation, especially with students who are prioritising wellness and aesthetic experiences. Matcha’s cognitive health benefits, as well as its vibrant, photogenic appeal, has made it a firm favourite amongst young people on platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
As we prepare to launch our new student accommodation at Brent Cross Town – a neighbourhood built around wellbeing, sustainability and community, we wanted to spotlight the most talked about matcha spots in London. We hope our research helps to bring a more conscious, experience led lifestyle to London’s student community.”
