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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.

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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.

Enrich Your Daily Life with Fair Trade Coffee

Seeking a Gentle Cup for Mind and Body: The Appeal of Fair Trade Coffee

Many of you probably wish to brew a delicious cup of coffee at home and enjoy a moment of relaxation.
However, when it comes to choosing coffee beans, it's easy to get lost in the sheer variety, or perhaps you're unsure of the best brewing method for yourself.

SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale, located in a corner of the Keiyo Distribution Center in Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture, is here to help enrich your coffee life. With over 20 years of experience as a specialty coffee roastery specializing in fair trade and organic beans, we meticulously roast high-quality coffee beans carefully selected from around the world, using our expert techniques to maximize their inherent rich flavors.

What image comes to mind when you hear the term Fair Trade Coffee? In this column, we'll introduce the rich value that fair trade coffee brings and provide practical tips for enjoying the best coffee at home. Please read on to the end and discover a cup that will add color to your daily routine.

  • Understand the profound meaning of fair trade coffee and gain criteria for choosing it
  • Find the optimal coffee beans tailored to your lifestyle
  • Learn tips for delicious home brewing that leverage Chiba's water characteristics
  • Experience fresh beans and expert advice unique to a direct-sale roastery
  • Learn about choosing gifts for loved ones and purchasing online

Choosing Fair Trade Coffee: The Story Behind Each Cup

In recent years, we've heard the term Fair Trade Coffee more frequently. This is not merely the name of a type of coffee. It is a concept that encourages us to deeply consider how the cup we drink daily impacts the lives of coffee producers on the other side of the world, and the environment of the planet we inhabit.

Fair trade means fair and just trade. The Fair Trade Coffee we choose supports a system where producers trade coffee beans at a fair price, improving working conditions, fostering community development, and practicing sustainable agriculture. This enables producers to earn a stable income, send their children to school, access medical care, and even reinvest in high-quality coffee cultivation. As a result, it creates a positive cycle that also leads to an improvement in the quality of the coffee beans we receive.

SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale remains committed to fair trade and organic practices not merely because it's delicious, but because of our strong desire to deliver coffee that is safe and secure and gentle on both the Earth and people. The beans we handle are sourced directly from farms that meet strict standards, and behind them lies the dedication of producers and a commitment to environmental consideration. Drinking a cup of coffee can lead to a smile on someone's face in a faraway land. Please savor our Fair Trade Coffee while feeling that heartwarming story.

The Value Fair Trade Brings

  • Improved livelihoods and self-reliance for producers
  • Contribution to sustainable agriculture and environmental protection
  • Stable supply of high-quality coffee beans
  • An ethical choice that consumers can confidently make

Understanding this background will transform your usual coffee time into a richer experience with deeper meaning.

Choosing Coffee Beans for You: Specialty, Decaf, and the Popular Yirgacheffe

You might be thinking, I want to find my favorite coffee beans, but I don't know which ones to choose. SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale supports each customer in selecting coffee beans tailored to their preferences and lifestyle. With over 20 years of experience and expert techniques, we maximize the rich flavors of specialty coffees carefully selected from around the world.

The Depth of Specialty Coffee

Specialty coffee refers to beans with distinct regional characteristics and wonderful flavors. Much like wine, you can enjoy a rich variety of tastes depending on the origin and processing method. One of our proud offerings, highly praised in reviews as delicious, is Yirgacheffe. Ethiopian Yirgacheffe features a floral, elegant aroma and fruity acidity, offering a glimpse into the depth of coffee. Natural process beans are also popular; since the coffee cherries are dried before processing, the beans' inherent sweetness and complex flavors are concentrated, resulting in a charming, fruit-like taste. We offer tasting samples of these diverse beans in-store, so please feel free to ask.

Enjoy Coffee Without Worrying About Caffeine: Flavorful Decaf Coffee Beans

For those who love coffee but are concerned about caffeine, we offer a wide selection of decaf coffee so you can enjoy it to your heart's content. It is particularly popular among pregnant individuals, who praise it as safe to drink and rich in flavor and delicious.

Our decaf coffee is carefully selected for quality, ensuring that even after caffeine removal, the beans' original rich aroma and flavor remain intact. It will be a perfect choice for various situations, such as when you want to reduce caffeine intake but still desire to relax with a warm coffee, or when you wish to enjoy a cup late at night. Please try our uncompromisingly delicious decaf coffee.

Fresh Coffee Anytime with Our Bulk Sales

For those searching for coffee beans bulk sale Matsudo, SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale is the perfect choice. We offer freshly roasted beans by weight, allowing you to purchase just the amount you need. It's highly popular among those who wish to try various coffee types in small quantities or always want fresh coffee. Our online store also offers coffee beans mail order national delivery, so those living far away or unable to visit during business hours can also enjoy our specialty beans.

Secrets to Brewing the Best Coffee at Home: Leveraging Chiba's Water Quality

Even with high-quality coffee beans, the taste can vary significantly depending on how you brew it at home. The compatibility between coffee and water is particularly crucial. For residents of Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture, or anyone brewing coffee within Chiba Prefecture, there are important points to know.

Chiba's Water Hardness and Coffee Flavor

Generally, water in the Kanto region, including Chiba Prefecture, tends to have high hardness. Hard water, rich in mineral components, can easily extract coffee components, but it may also sometimes lead to a strong astringency or bitterness. Especially when enjoying the delicate flavors of specialty coffee, water hardness often becomes a critical factor.

Our roasters, drawing on years of experience, have cultivated advice for delicious brewing methods that take Chiba's water hardness into account. We will suggest detailed adjustments, such as water temperature, brewing time, and grind size, tailored to your brewing equipment and the specific characteristics of the water you use at home.

Upgrade Your Coffee Experience with Free Brewing Advice

At SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale, we cater to each customer, offering free, practical advice to help you brew the best coffee at home. If you have any questions or concerns, such as Am I brewing correctly? or Are there any tips to make it even tastier? please feel free to consult us. We provide careful support so even beginners can confidently enjoy the world of specialty coffee.

  • Water Temperature: We'll help you find the optimal temperature range based on the bean type and roast level. With hard water, brewing at a slightly lower temperature can suppress astringency and bring out mellowness.
  • Grind Size: We'll suggest the ideal grind size according to your brewing method and preference. Uniform grinding is key to a consistent taste.
  • Brewing Time and Quantity: We'll advise on the brewing time and appropriate coffee quantity to achieve your desired flavor.
  • Choosing Brewing Equipment: We'll help you understand the characteristics of various devices like paper drip, French press, and AeroPress, assisting you in selecting the one that suits you best. We also offer consultations on coffee brewing equipment, so please feel free to ask.

Through this advice, your home kitchen will transform into a special cafe where you can always enjoy the best coffee.

How to Make the Most of SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale: Fresh Encounters and Rich Experiences

SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale is more than just a place to sell coffee beans. It offers various experiences for customers to encounter specialty coffee, understand its depth, and integrate it into their daily lives.

Direct Delivery of Freshly Roasted Beans

Our greatest appeal is that you can purchase freshly roasted coffee beans directly. Coffee beans are delicate, with their flavor changing over time after roasting. Please experience the peak freshness that only a direct-sale roastery can provide. The rich aroma rising from just-roasted beans is sure to fill your heart.

For those looking for coffee bean gifts Matsudo, we carefully wrap fresh beans and prepare them as a special present. It's perfect not only for coffee lovers but also as a gesture of gratitude for those you appreciate. The recipients are sure to smile at its aroma and taste.

Discover Your Perfect Cup Through Tasting

In-store, you can sample various types of coffee beans. If you have questions like What does this bean taste like? or Will it suit my preferences?, the best way to find out is to taste it. Our staff will guide you through the unique characteristics of each bean and recommend brewing methods, helping you find your perfect cup. Please also try the highly-rated Yirgacheffe and natural process beans in a tasting.

Detailed Consultation from Experts

Do you have concerns such as I want to brew delicious coffee at home, but I don't know where to start? or I'm not quite sure how to use this equipment? At our store, our expert staff with over 20 years of experience will carefully address each customer's questions and concerns, providing thorough advice.

We provide advice on brewing methods that consider Chiba's water hardness, consultations on your home brewing equipment, bean storage methods, recommended ways to drink, and answer any other coffee-related questions. We offer warm hospitality and support so that even beginners can confidently step into the world of specialty coffee.

Access and Payment Methods

SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale, located in a corner of the Keiyo Distribution Center, offers ample parking for a worry-free visit by car. Payment methods include cash, credit card, PayPay, and public transport IC cards, allowing you to choose what suits you best.

Practical Steps Towards a Rich Coffee Life: Visiting SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale

Up to this point, we've introduced the appeal of Fair Trade Coffee and tips for enjoying the best coffee at home. Now, here are the practical steps to start your rich coffee life.

  1. Visit SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale:
    24 Matsudo Shinden, 6-2 Keiyo Distribution Center, Matsudo City, Chiba Prefecture. We are located in a corner of the Keiyo Distribution Center. Parking is available if you come by car.
  2. Choose freshly roasted beans:
    Our store offers a wide selection of carefully chosen fair trade and organic specialty coffee beans from around the world. You can choose from a rich lineup, including Yirgacheffe and natural process beans, highly praised as delicious in reviews, and decaf coffee, popular among pregnant individuals. If you're unsure, please consult our staff.
  3. Taste samples to confirm the flavor and find your favorite beans:
    By tasting the beans, you can experience the unique flavors each one possesses. You might discover something new.
  4. Utilize our free brewing advice:
    Please share your desire to brew delicious coffee at home with our staff. We offer free advice on specific brewing methods that consider Chiba's water hardness, as well as tips tailored to your brewing equipment. Consultations on coffee brewing equipment are also welcome.
  5. Purchase the necessary amount by weight:
    As coffee beans bulk sale Matsudo, you can take home just the amount of fresh beans you need. You can try various beans easily, starting with small quantities.
  6. For those living far away, please use our online store:
    We also offer coffee beans mail order national delivery, so those living far away or unable to visit during business hours can purchase our carefully selected coffee beans from anywhere in the country. A subscription service is also available.
  7. Please inquire about gifts:
    As coffee bean gifts Matsudo, we carefully prepare high-quality coffee beans, perfect as a heartfelt gift for your loved ones.

SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale is dedicated to supporting each customer's coffee life and making every moment the best it can be. If you have any questions or requests, please feel free to ask. We sincerely look forward to your visit with freshly roasted beans and warm hospitality.

Summary: A Cup That Connects You, From SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale

This time, we've covered a wide range of topics, from the deep appeal of Fair Trade Coffee to practical tips for enjoying specialty coffee at its best at home.

SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale aims not just to sell coffee beans, but to foster a sustainable society where producers, consumers, and nature are richly connected through a single cup of coffee. Our roasters, with over 20 years of experience, meticulously roast carefully selected fair trade and organic coffee beans from around the world, delivering them with their inherent rich flavors maximized.

Our diverse selection, including Yirgacheffe and natural process beans highly praised as delicious in reviews, and decaf coffee popular among pregnant individuals, along with our advice on delicious brewing methods that consider Chiba's water hardness, will surely enrich your coffee life.

If you're thinking, I want to brew the best coffee at home, I want to find the perfect coffee beans for me, or I want to try fair trade coffee, then please visit SlowCoffee Roastery Direct Sale at Keiyo Distribution Center in Matsudo City. We sincerely look forward to your visit with freshly roasted beans and warm hospitality. Won't you join us in discovering the rich, heartwarming moments that a single cup of coffee can create?

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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.

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

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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.