Knowledge about Matcha & Hojicha

With a sieve, chasen, and the right water temperature, you can make lump-free, bitterness-free matcha. Explained step-by-step, plus tips for...

Ceremonial Grade is not a protected quality grade, but a marketing term. We explain what lies behind it and how...

Matcha is finely ground Japanese green tea made from shade-grown tea leaves. Here you can find out how Matcha is...

Matcha is fresh, green, and rich in umami, while hojicha is warm, roasted, and mild. We compare their production, flavor,...

Yutakamidori is a Japanese green tea cultivar (not a matcha grade) primarily grown in warm southern regions like Kagoshima, known...