Japanese Tea Report – November 2024
Many prefectures in Japan are actively promoting their local tea. Shiga Prefecture, for example, has launched a campaign encouraging visits to seven […]
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National Japanese Tea Hand-Rolling Competition 2024
Tea production in Japan has largely concluded for the year, but November brings a special event – the National Japanese Tea Hand-Rolling […]
Japanese Tea Report – October 2024
The traditional hand-rolling of tea, known as temomi seicha (手揉み製茶), was the primary way for producing Japanese tea before the introduction of […]
Tsukimi Senchado in Uji 2024
Manpukuji Temple in Uji City holds a special place in Japan’s Senchado tradition, as its founder, Ingen, is considered the pioneer of […]
Japanese Tea Master Course – 2024 October
Japanese Tea Master Course is a unique way to experience the true depth of Japanese tea. In 2024, we were delighted to […]
78th National Tea Competition (第78回全国茶品評会) 2024
Held every year, National Japanese Tea Competition celebrates and honors the craftsmanship of Japanese tea. This year’s event took place in Shizuoka […]
Japanese Tea Report – September 2024
Interest in Japanese tea continues to grow abroad. In September, Shizuoka Prefecture announced an additional 10 million yen in funding to promote […]
Japanese Tea Report – August 2024
The end of summer is nearing and the heat should subside soon. This offers a break to look back on the tea […]