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Introducing Yamamoto
Introducing Yamamotoさん, one of Uji’s most historical Tencha producers.
Japan Introduces GI to Protect “Japanese Tea”
Japan moves forward with GI (geographical indication) to protect “Japanese Tea.”
What do Tea Farmers do During Winter?
What do Japanese Tencha (unground Matcha) famers do during the winter months?
The 79th National Tea Competition 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.
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.
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.
We’re All wrong about the Matcha Shortage (and what to do about it)
There’s a Matcha shortage across the world, but the reason for it is not what you might expect. The issue isn’t only a lack of tea leaves, but a lack of production capability to turn it into Matcha.
All about the Global Matcha Shortage (the Complete Guide)
You’ve heard about the global Matcha shortage, but what’s really going on? Put simply the shortage is less a disappearance, more a shift in demand. This article goes into full (and easy to understand) detail.
Japan's 2023 Matcha Preparation
How Japanese Tea Farmers prepare their Matcha following the 2023 harvest.
Experience a 90+ Year Old Tea Factory in Hoshino Village, Fukuoka
Visiting one of Japan’s oldest Tencha factory in Hoshino Village, Yame, Fukuoka.
What is Kabuse (Tea Shading)?
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.
The Matcha Plant: How Matcha is Made (Quick Guide)
What is the Matcha Plant? The Camellia Sinensis - the same plant all tea is made from. Leaves from this plant are ground in Japan (such as Uji) to make Matcha
What is Matcha? (The World’s Most Comprehensive Guide)
Matcha is a green tea from Japan that is shaded before harvesting and ground into a powder. Celebrated for its health benefits and umami taste. Learn more here!