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An online repository of tea-related musings, monologues and knowledge.
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Producer Stories: Awagami Factory
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About the 8th generation washi paper maker from Tokushima, Japan, Awagami Factory
Producer Stories: Chie Fujii
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About the Los Angeles-based ceramicist Chie Fujii and her work to destroy her technical background in fine arts and sculpture.
Producer Stories: Gato Mikio
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Genten kaiki (原点回帰) means something like, “returning to the original starting point,” or “going back to the origin.” It’s an idea lacquerware company Gato Mikio adopted as their guiding approach, a philosophy that goes into each and every bowl, plate, tea canister, vase, or sake cup they design and produce....
How to Make Iced Green Tea
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A simple recipe for making iced green tea at home using loose leaf Japanese teas.
About Matcha Whisks & Scoops
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About our handmade matcha whisks and scoops from Nara, Japan.
How to Store Teas
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How to store Japanese green teas. When properly stored, green teas can stay fresh for up to a year.