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44th Kyoto Tea Competition Results (2026): Uji Sweeps Tencha
Uji City swept the top six Tencha places at the 44th Kyoto Tea Competition. Here are the 2026 results, the entry numbers, and what they say about Kyoto tea.
Beyond Matcha: Why All Japanese Tea Prices Are Rising
Japanese tea prices rose again in 2026, and not just for Matcha. See how Kyoto’s shift to Tencha pushed up Gyokuro, Sencha, and Hojicha prices too.
Matcha Demand Pushes Japanese Tea Prices to Record Highs
Japanese tea prices hit record highs in 2026. Learn how global Matcha demand drove up first and second harvest prices with Ooika’s Matcha Industry Report.
Introducing Yamamoto
Introducing Yamamotoさん, one of Uji’s most historical Tencha producers.
Ooika Launches Artist-in-residency program
Ooika launches Artist-in-Residency program with influential selection committee.
Japan Introduces GI to Protect “Japanese Tea”
Japan moves forward with GI (geographical indication) to protect “Japanese Tea.”
Matcha Industry Report - April 2026
Learn what’s happening in the world of Japanese Matcha with Ooika’s Matcha Industry Report from April 2026.
Matcha Industry Report - March 2026
Learn what’s happening in the world of Japanese Matcha with Ooika’s Matcha Industry Report from March 2026.
Japanese and Chinese Matcha: Differences and Market Competition
Let’s compare the market differences between Japanese Matcha, and Chinese “Matcha.”
What do Tea Farmers do During Winter?
What do Japanese Tencha (unground Matcha) famers do during the winter months?
The 79th National Tea Competition 第79回全国茶品評会 Results (2025)
All about the 79th National Tea Competition results in Japan.
5 More Facts about the Matcha Shortage
Let’s cover 5 more facts about the Matcha shortage, and what it means for prices in the future.
Matcha Industry Report - October 2025
Learn what’s happening in the world of Japanese Matcha with Ooika’s Matcha Industry Report from October 2025.
Matcha Industry Report - September 2025
Learn what’s happening in the world of Japanese Matcha with Ooika’s Matcha Industry Report from September 2025.
11 Facts about the Matcha Shortage You Should Know
You might be surprised to learn these 11 Matcha Shortage facts that will help put the Matcha boom into perspective.
Matcha Industry Report - August 2025
Learn what’s happening in the world of Japanese Matcha with Ooika’s Matcha Industry Report from August 2025.
Why Prices Are Going Up For Matcha (2025)
We all know Matcha is getting more expensive in 2025. The question is, why? Let’s cover what’s driving the major price increases.
This Year’s Kansai Matcha Competition 2025 Results
Announcing the winners of the 2025 Kansai Tea Competition, and why it’s important for Matcha lovers.
Matcha Industry Report - July 2025
Learn what’s happening in the world of Japanese Matcha with Ooika’s Matcha Industry Report from July 2025.
The Importance of Nibancha on the 2025 Matcha Shortage
How does the second harvest of tea for Matcha (known as Nibancha) affect the Matcha shortage? Well, it’s more than you might expect.