Archive List for Matcha

Don Quijote (locally known as “Donki”) has recently expanded its selection of matcha products, offering an impressive array of green tea-flavored items at budget-friendly prices. Here’s our guide to 6 recommended matcha products that are perfect for trying during your visit to Japan. 1. JPRICE Matcha Latte (Private Brand) Price: ¥298 (approx. $2) Size: 200g […]

Taste authentic matcha sweets! 5 Selected Matcha Cafes in Tokyo We introduce you to popular matcha cafes in Tokyo where you can fully enjoy the deep aroma and flavor of matcha green tea. From traditional flavors to creative sweets, we have carefully selected the best places that offer authentic matcha sweets. 1.Kyoto Saryo Suisen Shinjuku […]

Selecting Tools for Making Matcha – A Beginner’s Guide to Tea Utensils If you would like to enjoy matcha at home but do not know where to start, we would like to introduce the necessary tea utensils. First of all, the minimum requirements for making matcha are a bowl, a chasen (tea whisk), and a […]

I would like to have a proper cup of matcha at home! Hello everyone. I am sure there are some of you who would like to drink authentic matcha green tea, but not enough to attend a tea ceremony class…? Today, we would like to show you how to enjoy a delicious cup of matcha […]

A fierce battleground! Comparing matcha sweets from three convenience stores Hello! I am Ishii, a tea ceremony expert. Matcha sweets have become very popular in recent years. In this article, we have done a thorough comparison of matcha sweets from three major convenience store chains. Seven-Eleven, FamilyMart, and Lawson – each of them has its […]

Tea Master Talks about the Difference between Matcha and Green Tea ～A Tale of Two Teas that Walk Alongside the Heart of Japan Introduction How are you all doing in these breezy days? My name is shii, and I am a tea ceremony instructor. One of the questions I hear most often in my practice […]

Introduction In recent years, caffeine-containing beverages have become an indispensable part of our lives. Energy drinks and matcha, in particular, have very different characteristics in terms of their effects and methods of consumption. Energy drinks are characterized by their immediate stimulant effects, while matcha tea provides a mild and lasting effect. Comparing caffeine content, a […]

The Great Master of the Tea Ceremony – Sen no Rikyu Sen no Rikyu occupies a particularly important place in the history of the tea ceremony. Rikyu is known as a tea master of the Azuchi-Momoyama period (1573-1600), and is regarded as the person who revolutionized the style of chanoyu and systematized the tea ceremony. […]

Corporate Mobile Tea Ceremony Service [Up to 30 Participants] Adding Elegance to Your Corporate Events with Mobile Tea Ceremony In an increasingly globalized business world, you may find yourself hosting international guests more frequently. For these special occasions, why not incorporate the Japanese traditional culture of tea ceremony? Our mobile tea ceremony service offers an […]

Matcha: A Global Superfood Blending Tradition and Innovation 1. Introduction Matcha, long cherished in Japanese tea ceremonies, has now captured global attention as a “superfood.” This vibrant green powdered tea has transcended its role as a mere beverage, finding innovative applications in health, beauty, and culinary fields worldwide. Having evolved from a traditional Japanese drink […]