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 uses tea leaves that have been shaded for weeks before harvesting. Come discover why this tea shading process is crucial to making matcha tastes good.

Looking to learn about Japanese Tea? Start here with this brief and easy to understand visual guide

Does tea go bad? Not exactly -- tea can become stale or oxidized, but will be safe to drink. Most green teas last about a year, while some can be aged!

How much Caffeine is in tea? Does green tea have more caffeine than black tea? And what is decaffeinated tea all about? We'll cover all that in more in our coverage of caffeine in tea.