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Coffee Roastery since 2000

SLOW COFFEE ROASTERY

Freshly-roasted coffee beans, at the heart of daily life.

In Matsudo-Shinden, Chiba, we hand-roast fair-trade, organic coffee beans, fresh from the roaster — direct to you. Founded in 2000.

COFFEE✦ROASTED FRESH✦FAIR TRADE · ORGANIC✦DECAF AVAILABLE✦SINCE 2000✦MATSUDO SHINDEN✦

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New single-origin beans and seasonal blends arrive throughout the season. Check our web shop for the latest lineup.

Topic

Enjoy in-store tasting and buy beans by the gram — taste first, then choose what you like.

Online

Beans ship nationwide via our online store. Trial and tasting sets available.

About us

( Coffee Roastery )

A roastery loved in Matsudo-Shinden,a self-roasting shop.

In a corner of Keiyo Distribution Center in Matsudo-Shinden, Chiba, SlowCoffee Roastery has roasted fair-trade and organic coffee since 2000. We import only organic beans and roast them in-house to draw out their natural richness.

Protecting growers' livelihoods and not harming the environment — we deliver safe, delicious coffee fresh from the roaster, and share a richer everyday coffee culture, one cup at a time.

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2000
Founded in Matsudo
100%
Fair-trade& organic
FRESH
Roasted to order in Matsudo-shinden
FREE
Free tasting

Drawing out the bean's true flavor,
weaving rich coffee time into everyday life.

Taste Finder

Find your beans in 3 questions

Not sure which beans suit you? Answer three quick questions and we'll suggest the freshly-roasted beans closest to your taste.

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Drink

Cup menu

Each in-store or takeout cup is complimentary for customers who buy our beans, and the coffee changes daily.

* The day's coffee varies — please ask in-store.

  • Brewed coffee (Hot)

    In-store
  • Iced coffee

    In-store
  • Cafe latte

    In-store
  • Today's coffee

    In-store
Signature
Yirgacheffe

coffee, to the fullest

Signature

Our most popular cup is the Ethiopia Mocha Yirgacheffe Natural — praised in reviews for its floral aroma and natural sweetness. Fair-trade, organic beans, roasted fresh in-house. We also carry decaf and original blends, with in-store tasting and beans by the gram.

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Roastery

Why we are trusted in Matsudo
01 / Craft

In-house roasting craft

We roast batch by batch, maximizing the natural richness of organic beans selected from around the world.

02 / Tasting

In-store tasting & bean selection

Taste our coffee in-store and choose the cup that suits you. Ask us about roast level and grind, free of charge.

03 / For Everyone

Decaf & nationwide delivery

A decaf range popular with expecting mothers, plus an online store shipping nationwide — suited to every lifestyle.

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Google rating 4.8 (12 reviews)

Customer reviews
★★★★★

定期的に利用してます。エクアドル深煎りは絶品ですよ。これに奮発してグラインダー上位クラス買いましたが正解でした。豆のポテンシャルが発揮されて更にリピ確定です。値上げにもめげず💪

— しばたかずや 2 か月前
★★★★★

ここのコーヒー豆はおいしい。いくつか都内のスペシャルティコーヒーを飲んだけど個人的には1番好き。千葉の水は硬度が高くえぐみが出やすいです。お湯の温度と水の硬度を調整するとすごくおいしい。おいしいコーヒーを飲みたい人は試しましょう。ちなみにわたしが好きなのはイルガチェフ ナチュラルです。ご参考でした。

— H S 5 か月前
★★★★★

オーガニックで最高に美味しい珈琲豆が購入できます。お勧めです☕

— D.E 1 年前
★★★★★

オーガニックに力を入れて豆を仕入れられてます。 初めは、コーヒーの淹れ方、機材の購入すらわからなかった状態で伺わせてもらいました。 何もわからなかった僕に親切に教えて頂き、とても助かりました。 ここの豆で作るコーヒーはとても美味しいです。 これからもよろしくお願いします😊

— spot 2 年前
★★★★★

なんて言うんでしょう、小規模の事務所がずらっと並んだ市場のような(市場では無い)エリアの一角に店舗が。 妻が妊娠中からここのデカフェコーヒーを飲んでおり大変気に入っております。 直売所があると言うことで初めて行ってみました。 コーヒーの焙煎の良い香りが、、、 またお邪魔します

— TAIRA NAOTO 2 年前
★★★★★

20201207 再訪 早々に、2回目の訪問です。 今回は、有給休暇を頂いたので、 このチャンスで、珈琲豆追加購入です。 今回は、前回購入していない種類2種類を購入。 これで、デカフェ以外はコンプリートです。 サンプルで、デカフェも頂きました。 充実のコーヒーライフが過ごせます。 ありがとうございます。 20201203 初訪問 月曜日と木曜日に直売されているとの情報をインスタで拝見して、訪問しました。 焙煎所の付近は、珈琲の香りがしていい匂いです。初めて訪問しましたが、焙煎したての珈琲豆を購入出来て大満足です。 平日のみの販売の為、なかなか伺う事が難しいですが、また伺います。

— hiroshi ebisawa 5 年前

FAQ

Frequently asked questions
Do I need a reservation?+

As a direct-sales roastery, walk-ins are welcome with no reservation. For large quantities or gifts, please contact us in advance.

Opening hours?+

Open Monday to Saturday, 10:00-15:30. Please check Instagram for the latest open days.

What coffee do you offer?+

We offer fair-trade, organic coffee, roasted in-house in Japan.

What is fair trade?+

Trade that pays producers fairly and protects their livelihoods and the environment - a value we have held since 2000.

Do you roast in-house?+

Yes. We roast in-house at our Matsudo-Shinden roastery.

Can I taste before buying?+

Tasting is available in-store, so you can choose the beans that suit your taste.

Do you have decaf?+

We carry flavorful decaf, popular even with expecting mothers.

Can I buy online?+

Yes. Our online store ships nationwide.

What is your concept?+

Coffee that takes responsibility for both flavor and the story behind it, sharing the joy and hope of living.

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Notes on coffee & daily life

the stories behind fair-trade and organic beans, and ideas for a richer cup at home — shared little by little.

Discover Bliss with Fair Trade Coffee

Creating Blissful Moments at Home with Fair Trade Coffee

Welcome to SlowCoffee Roastery Direct, located in a corner of the Keiyo Distribution Center in Matsudo Shinden, Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture. We are a specialty coffee roastery with over 20 years of experience, specializing in fair trade and organic coffee. We are passionate about carefully roasting high-quality coffee beans selected from around the world using our expert techniques to bring out the richest flavors inherent in the beans.

Our mission is to provide safe, secure, and freshly roasted specialty coffee with a commitment to fair trade and organic practices, considering both the environment and the producers. Through thoughtful advice tailored to each individual, we aim to foster a culture where everyone can enjoy a rich coffee experience in their daily lives.

In this column, we will introduce, with specific tips, how SlowCoffee Roastery Direct can help you achieve the ultimate coffee experience at home. We will delve deeply into the charm of fair trade coffee, new ways to enjoy coffee and food, and the special experiences we offer here in Matsudo.

To Enrich Your Coffee Life

Have you ever felt, I want to brew delicious coffee at home, but I don't know how, or I don't know which beans to choose, and what difference does the brewing method make? The world of coffee is profound; its taste changes dramatically with the type of bean, roast level, grind size, and even a single extraction method.

  • I'm not quite satisfied with store-bought coffee beans.
  • I want to find a flavor I like, but it's hard to choose.
  • I want to try hand-dripping, but I'm not confident about choosing equipment or the brewing method.

We often hear from residents in Chiba that Chiba's water has high mineral content, which can make coffee taste harsh. These specific concerns can ruin what should be a pleasant coffee time.

At SlowCoffee Roastery Direct, we sincerely address these concerns. With the knowledge and techniques cultivated over more than 20 years, we propose the optimal solution for each individual. In addition to providing delicious coffee, we value helping our customers feel the joy of brewing the perfect cup at home themselves.

In the next chapter, we will introduce concrete solutions on how we can enrich your coffee life.

A Fragrant Daily Life Woven with Fair Trade Coffee

One of the most cherished values at SlowCoffee Roastery Direct is providing fair trade coffee. We will explain in detail what kind of change and richness this choice brings to your daily life.

The Meaning of Choosing Fair Trade Coffee

Choosing fair trade coffee means more than just selecting a delicious coffee. It connects you to supporting farmers in distant coffee-producing regions, ensuring they receive fair compensation and can cultivate coffee sustainably. This allows producers to lead stable lives and invest in growing even higher quality coffee.

  • You contribute to improving producers' livelihoods and environmental conservation.
  • You can enjoy high-quality coffee that you can drink with peace of mind.
  • You can feel the significant story behind each cup of coffee.

We select and deliver only beans with such a background. We believe that a single cup of coffee will not only satisfy your soul but also carry a warm feeling, knowing it's connected to someone's smile somewhere in the world.

The SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Commitment

At our roastery, we use high-quality organic specialty coffee beans carefully selected from around the world. These beans are meticulously roasted by a master roaster with over 20 years of experience, tailored to the type and characteristics of each bean. We offer a diverse lineup, including our highly recommended and popular delicious Yirgacheffe and natural process beans with unique flavors.

Freshly roasted beans have an exceptional richness of aroma and depth of flavor. At our in-store coffee beans by weight in Matsudo service, we can hand you freshly roasted beans right before your eyes, allowing you to enjoy coffee at its best at home.

Enjoy Without Worrying About Caffeine: A Wide Selection of Decaf Coffee Beans

We know that some coffee lovers need to limit their caffeine intake. Decaf coffee is an especially attractive option for those who are pregnant or simply want to enjoy the aroma of coffee at night.

At SlowCoffee Roastery Direct, we offer a rich selection of flavorful decaf coffee beans for those who want to enjoy coffee without the caffeine. Our decaf allows you to fully enjoy the bean's original rich flavor and aroma, comparable to our regular specialty coffees. It is popular among expectant mothers, who can enjoy their coffee time with peace of mind.

  • Enjoy coffee anytime without worrying about caffeine.
  • High-quality decaf that doesn't compromise on rich flavor.
  • Perfect for pregnant individuals or those sensitive to caffeine.

Through decaf coffee, we hope to deliver a moment of relaxing coffee bliss to as many people as possible.

Wisdom from the Roastery: Finding Your Perfect Cup

To brew the perfect cup of coffee at home, not only the quality of the beans but also the brewing method and choice of equipment are crucial. At SlowCoffee Roastery Direct, we provide expert advice tailored to each customer to support the optimal coffee experience.

Making Chiba's Water Your Ally: Professional Brewing Advice

Chiba's water has high mineral content, which tends to bring out a harsh taste in coffee is a common concern for many coffee enthusiasts. High water hardness can cause over-extraction of coffee bean components, emphasizing bitterness and off-flavors. But don't worry. At our roastery, we offer free advice on delicious brewing methods that take Chiba's water hardness into account.

  • How to adjust water temperature to suppress harshness and enhance flavor.
  • Tips on adjusting extraction time and grind size to achieve your ideal taste.
  • Specific advice tailored to the brewing equipment you use at home.

When you visit, please tell us about your coffee experience at home. Our roaster, with over 20 years of experience, will patiently answer your questions and clearly explain the specific steps and key points. This will enable you to enjoy our specialty coffee at its best, even at home.

No More Confusion: Choosing Brewing Equipment with Confidence

With so many types of coffee brewing equipment available—hand-drip drippers, servers, grinders, kettles—it can be overwhelming for beginners to choose. At SlowCoffee Roastery Direct, we also offer consultations on coffee brewing equipment tailored to your skill level and lifestyle.

  • For those just starting, we introduce easy-to-use and manageable equipment.
  • For those pursuing the perfect cup, we offer advice on more specialized gear.
  • We support you in choosing equipment you can love for a long time, considering ease of maintenance and design.

Our roastery also carries a selection of carefully chosen coffee equipment and related products to support your delicious coffee life. We will help you find the perfect item for you while you can see and touch them in person.

The Joy of Choosing with All Your Senses: The Appeal of Buying Coffee Beans by Weight in Matsudo

The greatest appeal of a roastery direct store is the ability to choose freshly roasted beans yourself. In our store, the rich aroma of coffee beans will welcome you, allowing you to experience the personality of the beans with all your senses. When you come to Matsudo Shinden, please be sure to stop by our direct sales store.

Furthermore, we offer tasting opportunities, so you can find your favorite beans after actually trying them. If you are interested in any beans, such as our popular delicious Yirgacheffe or natural process beans, please feel free to ask our staff.

  • Purchase freshly roasted coffee beans directly.
  • Confirm your taste preferences through tasting.
  • Learn deeply about bean characteristics and brewing methods through conversation with experts.

For those looking for coffee beans by weight in Matsudo, SlowCoffee Roastery Direct will be the perfect place to find the ultimate coffee experience.

The Harmony of Coffee and Food: A Perspective from Wine Pairing

Coffee is more than just a beverage. Like wine, its charm multiplies when paired with meals and sweets. At SlowCoffee Roastery Direct, we propose new ways to enjoy fair trade coffee from this pairing perspective.

Expanding Your World with Coffee Pairing

In wine, there are pairing basics, like red with meat and white with fish. Similarly, coffee has foods that pair well depending on the bean's flavor profile (fruity, nutty, chocolatey, spicy, etc.). By being mindful of this pairing, your daily meals and tea times can transform into richer experiences.

  • Yirgacheffe, with its characteristic fruity acidity, pairs well with light sweets like fruit tarts and lemon cakes, enhancing each other's vibrancy.
  • Natural process beans with a rich sweetness like nuts or chocolate go well with rich chocolate cake, biscuits, or even fragrant toast.
  • Decaf coffee beans can be enjoyed with light cheese or dried fruits during a relaxing time before bed, savoring a gentle aftertaste.

As you can see, the combinations of coffee and food are endless. Why not combine your favorite beans with a dish that brightens your daily table to find your own perfect marriage?

Gifting a Special Cup: Coffee Bean Gift Options in Matsudo

The high-quality fair trade coffee from SlowCoffee Roastery Direct is also a perfect gift for your loved ones. Why not choose our coffee beans as a heartfelt gift for birthdays, anniversaries, or a small token of gratitude?

  • The reliable quality cultivated over 20 years of experience and the story of fair trade will more deeply convey your feelings.
  • You can choose beans from our extensive lineup to match the recipient's taste.
  • For those in Matsudo, we can deliver them fresh as a coffee bean gift in Matsudo that can be handed over directly.

You can convey your feelings of gratitude and warm consideration through delicious coffee. Adding a message will make it an even more personal and special gift.

Even from Afar: Mail-Order Coffee Beans with Nationwide Shipping and Subscriptions

For those who can't easily come to Matsudo or want to send a gift to someone far away, don't worry. Through our online store, you can purchase our fair trade coffee from anywhere in the country. With nationwide mail-order coffee bean shipping, we deliver our commitment and deliciousness to those living far away.

  • Our online store is accessible 24/7. You can easily order from your home.
  • We offer nationwide shipping, making it perfect for gifts to family and friends living far away.
  • For those searching for Yabashira coffee, we can deliver fresh beans from our roastery in Matsudo Shinden.

We also offer a subscription service where a selection of specialty coffee beans is delivered to you every month. This ensures you never run out of fresh coffee, enriching your daily coffee time and supporting a continuous coffee lifestyle.

Practical Steps: Your Roadmap to Finding a Favorite Cup at SlowCoffee Roastery Direct

SlowCoffee Roastery Direct is a place open to everyone, from those new to specialty coffee to long-time coffee lovers. Here are the steps to ensure you have a fulfilling experience, from visiting our store to enjoying coffee time at home.

Preparing for Your Visit

  • Imagine what flavors you like: Do you prefer a vibrant, fruity aroma? Or a rich, nutty or chocolatey taste? Knowing your general preferences will make choosing beans smoother.
  • Think about when you want to drink it: A morning pick-me-up, a relaxing afternoon break, or with dessert after a meal? The right bean and brewing method can change depending on the occasion.
  • Be ready to mention your current equipment: If you can tell us what equipment you use, like the type of dripper or coffee maker, it will be easier for us to give tailored advice.

Making the Most of Your Roastery Experience

We await you at our roastery with warm hospitality. Please feel free to visit us.

  • Feel free to ask about any beans that catch your eye: If you see any beans on display that interest you, please ask our staff about their flavor profile and recommended brewing methods.
  • Actively participate in tastings: Actually tasting the coffee is the best way to find a flavor you love.
  • Ask questions about Chiba's water quality: Seek professional advice on the water hardness at your home and specific measures you can take.

We are here to help each and every customer in their pursuit of delicious.

Further Enriching Your Coffee Life at Home

With the beans and knowledge you've acquired at SlowCoffee Roastery Direct, let's start your ultimate coffee life at home.

  • Practice the brewing methods you learned: Using the advice from the roastery, try adjusting the water temperature and extraction time to find your ideal taste.
  • Try various pairings: The combinations of coffee and food are endless. Enjoy new discoveries by pairing it with your favorite sweets or snacks.
  • Follow tips for long-lasting enjoyment, like bean storage: Proper storage is crucial to maintain the freshness of just-roasted beans.

If you have questions along the way or want to try new beans, please visit our roastery again anytime. We will continue to accompany you on your coffee journey.

Step into a New World of Coffee at SlowCoffee Roastery Direct

Located in a corner of the Keiyo Distribution Center in Matsudo Shinden, Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture, SlowCoffee Roastery Direct is a specialty coffee roastery with over 20 years of experience, specializing in fair trade and organic coffee. We aim not just to provide delicious coffee beans, but to enrich your entire coffee life.

  • Safe and secure fair trade coffee and organic beans where you can see the producers' faces.
  • An abundance of flavorful decaf coffee beans, popular even with expectant mothers.
  • Brewing advice tailored to each customer, considering Chiba's water hardness.
  • Consultations on coffee brewing equipment so even beginners can start with confidence.
  • The experience of choosing freshly roasted beans directly with our coffee beans by weight in Matsudo service.
  • Nationwide mail-order coffee bean shipping and subscription services available for those far away.
  • Suggestions for heartwarming coffee bean gifts in Matsudo for your loved ones.

From our location in Matsudo Shinden, we promise to deliver warm hospitality and the ultimate coffee experience to you. We sincerely hope that our roastery will bring fragrant, soul-enriching moments to your everyday life.

Please come and visit SlowCoffee Roastery Direct. We look forward to welcoming you with freshly roasted beans and warm hospitality. We are open from 10:00 to 15:30, and parking is available, so please feel free to stop by.

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coffee in Matsudo, Chiba

A fair-trade, organic coffee roastery in Matsudo-Shinden, Chiba — for everyone in Matsudo, Yabashira, Tokiwadaira and beyond who wants real coffee at home.

MATSUDO-SHINDEN

Located in a corner of Keiyo Distribution Center in Matsudo-Shinden, easy to reach by car from Yabashira, Tokiwadaira and Goko. A coffee roastery for daily life in Matsudo.

CHIBA WATER × COFFEE

Enjoy in-store tasting and buy beans by the gram. Taste first, then choose the beans that suit you — ask us about roast level and grind, too.

FAIR TRADE · ORGANIC

Since 2000 we have handled only fair-trade, organic beans, roasted in-house. Looking for organic or decaf coffee in Matsudo, or coffee beans as a gift? In-store or via our online store, we ship freshly-roasted beans nationwide.

Get freshly-roasted beans

Start with a trial set.For regulars, a subscription that delivers freshly-roasted beans.

Order from our online store for nationwide shipping, or ask in-store and we'll suggest beans to match your taste.

Trial set

Compare and find your favorite

Several single origins and blends in small batches — perfect for first-timers.

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Subscription

Freshly roasted, on schedule

Have fresh beans delivered on your cycle so you never run out. Ask us for details.

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Gift

Coffee as a thoughtful gift

Fair-trade, organic beans make a meaningful gift. We help you choose.

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Access & Contact

Our direct-sales roastery in Matsudo-Shinden lets you choose freshly-roasted beans on the spot. Free in-store tastings and bean-selection advice are always available. Please drop by.

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SlowCoffee Roastery (direct sales)
Address
Keiyo Distribution Centre 6-2, 24 Matsudo-shinden, Matsudo, Chiba 270-2241
Hours
Mon–Sat 10:00–15:30We sometimes have irregular closures — please check our Instagram schedule.
Area
Matsudo City / Nationwide via online store
Access
Shinkeisei Line area. Easy by car from Yabashira, Tokiwadaira and Goko.
Parking
Parking available within the Keiyo Distribution Center.