Kraft Mochi Mochi Matcha Red Bean dessert cheese slices released in Japan
Last year, Kraft and Japanese sweets and dairy maker Morinaga Milk Industry added to Japan’s assortment of flavored dessert cheese slices (berry and chocolate are…
Green Tea
Cute cat ninjas dissolve into cappuccino drinks made with tea from the birthplace of matcha
Ueo Seika Ltd. 株式会社上尾製菓, a manufacturer of Japanese sweets established in the cradle of green tea, Uji-Tawaracho, in Kyoto Prefecture, has launched a new project…
Kinder Kids includes the multisensory art of drinking tea in preschool education program
Children are sensitive, creative, and curious. It is essential that their educational experience engages all five senses to provide the most significant opportunities for their…
Inner Calm in a Teacup: CHA-Link Meditation and Tea with Miss Tea Ambassador Rica Takeuchi
As a human being, I always find myself striving for some inner calm. Finding some time to meditate, focus on self-care should be a…
With a fragrance like sakura mochi, “Sakura no Sencha” tea offers a sip of Japanese Spring
If you’re already tired of the cold winter weather and looking forward to the arrival of Spring, you’re not alone. One way to get an…
Japan’s hit fruit sandwiches get a matcha twist with green tea breaded strawberry flavor
The sandwich section of Japanese convenience stores can often offer seasonal specialties that cause a double-take, such as pudding sandwiches, but one that has become…
Enjoy the serene delights of the tea ceremony from the observation deck of Tokyo Tower
As of November 21st, Tokyo Tower is offering visitors the chance to enjoy a traditional tea ceremony while enjoying the wonderful views to be had…
Ultra-luxury Japanese green tea beverage costs over $3,000 and comes in a wine bottle
If you’re the kind of person who only enjoys the best of the best, and you have the budget to indulge in such a lifestyle,…
Kyoto teahouse’s specialty green tea menu welcomes summer with matcha desserts and drinks
Perhaps summer so far in Japan hasn’t worked out exactly how you wanted. But there’s nothing like shaved ice to get you instantly in the…
Become a matcha tiramisu connoisseur with Japanese green tea dessert tasting set from Kyoto
From doughnuts to bubble tea, green tea sweet treats are all the rage at the moment. But if you want to elevate your green tea…
Top cafes where you can enjoy the finest Matcha drinks and desserts in Tokyo
Matcha has become very popular among all generations and its culture has been booming outside of Japan, too, gaining fans all over the world. For…
Cats and culture come together in new Japanese green tea bag designs
Cat lovers now have an extra reason to enjoy their tea breaks. A Japanese tea manufacturing company recently released Japan Cat Cafe, a brand of…
Non-Alcoholic UJICHA STYLES Matcha Beer Mixer Makes its Debut in Kyoto
“Everyone can enjoy the taste of Matcha beer with all new non-alcoholic UJICHA STYLES Matcha Beer Base.” The new alcohol free Uji Matcha Beer Base…
Starbucks Japan Unveils New Region Exclusive Kyoto and Hyogo Super Matcha And Chocolate Frappuccinos
While Starbucks Japan has become somewhat synonymous with their seasonal and holiday themed Frappuccinos, such as the recently released Halloween Red Masquerade and Christmas Cake…
Eggs ‘n Things Japan Serves Up Rich Uji Matcha Whipped Cream and Red Bean Pancakes
Uji matcha, high quality green tea from Kyoto’s famous matcha producing region, is regarded by many as the best green tea in Japan. Its deep…