T2’s nana’s green tea flies under the radar for non‑Japanese flyers
This branch in Kansai T2 runs 5:30 to 22:05, with last orders at 21:35, but almost no English reviews mention it. It sits post‑security in Terminal 2, so you’re fine grabbing something after clearing checks for Peach or other LCC flights. Pricing lands in the mid‑range ($$), higher than convenience‑store snacks but less than a sit‑down restaurant in T1.
The draw is the matcha: this is a local gourmet chain, and the Matcha Latte is the signature order. Expect proper, slightly bitter Kyoto‑style green tea flavor rather than a sugar bomb you might get from a global coffee brand. If you want a caffeine hit before a 7:00 departure, that 5:30 opening time covers the early banks nicely.
Food here skews light: think Japanese sweets, matcha desserts, and simple café bites, not a full kaiseki set or big steak. With T2 being low‑cost‑carrier focused and short on sit‑down options, nana’s green tea ends up as the more "grown‑up" choice compared with grabbing cup noodles at a kiosk. Budget around ¥700–¥1,000 for drinks and about the same again if you add a dessert.
There’s no strong data yet on what regulars order at this specific branch, but chain‑wide, the hot Matcha Latte and seasonal parfaits usually top the board. If you’re sensitive to sugar or caffeine, ask at the counter for ice level and sweetness — staff in airport locations are used to quick customizations, even if English is basic. Expect plastic cups for takeout if you need to walk back toward your T2 gate.
Practical tip: T2 sits a shuttle ride from T1, so don’t plan to come here if your flight leaves from T1; stick to this shop only if your boarding pass actually says Terminal 2 at Kansai.
Matcha Latte