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 […]
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 […]
The 2024 Brussels Tea Festival: Taking the Pulse of the Belgian Tea Scene
At the heart of Brussel’s charming Ixelles, the iconic Art Deco Flagey Palace, overlooking two beautiful ponds, hosted the first edition of […]
Kyoto Wagashi Exhibition 2024
We are delighted to share highlights from the Kyoto Wagashi Exhibition, held in early November 2024 at Yuuhisai Koudoukan and the historic […]
Camellia Sinensis Assamica Plants in Japan
When we discuss Japanese tea, we typically refer to plants from the Camellia Sinensis Sinensis variety. However, last month, while exploring tea […]
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 […]