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Matcha Swiss Rolls

  Save Print   These Swiss rolls are fluffy and sweet and are filled with rich cream. One is a plain sponge cake with matcha cream and the other is a matcha sponge cake with plain cream. Both taste amazing! In order to perfect this dessert, it is crucial to stick to the recipe–we have […]

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A Pan with Parchment Paper

Save Print A Pan with Parchment Paper   It is dissapointing when you want to try a new recipe and you don’t have the right size pan. But you can make a pan with a sheet of parchment paper! We find Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Paper with Smart Grid handy. This shallow parchment paper pan is […]

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Matcha Mochi with Tapioca Flour

Save Print   This mochi is made from tapioca flour (starch). It is jelly-like and a little bit chewy. The slightly sweet mochi is generously sprinkled with bittersweet matcha. If you would like to add some more sweetness, pour a little bit of maple syrup over the mochi. Ingredients 80g (3 oz) tapioca flour (starch) […]

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How to Store Matcha

We recently received a question from one of our customers on how to store matcha. Unopened matcha should be stored in a cool place with no direct sunlight, and for opened matcha, it is best to use an airtight container. If you live in a place with a hot or humid atmosphere, store the matcha […]

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Matcha Cheese Cake

Save Print Matcha Cheese Cake   A cafe in Kyoto started serving matcha cheese cake in a masu (wooden sake cup) and it became a huge hit. We tried to recreate it and it tastes good. Plus, it’s not too hard to make. You can use your own cups! Ingredients 3-4 slices thin sliced bread […]

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Natural Immune Booster

Otsuka Seiyaku, one of Japan’s leading pharmaceutical companies, published an article on how to boost immune system on its website. While there are several ways, one of them is to consume green tea components. A study on 200 subjects shows that one group who was given green tea components (378 mg catechin and 210 mg […]

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Green Tea’s Antibacterial Action

Four students of a junior high school in Osaka, Japan did some research on their friends’ water bottles and found that sencha (classic green tea) prevents mold from reproducing! The result of their research was published in a Japanese science magazine. They took samples from the lids of the 43 water bottles from their friends. […]

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Boost the Immune System

There are some foods that help boost immune system according to the article on Healthline. The list includes citrus fruits, red bell peppers, broccoli, yogurt, almonds…and green tea! Green tea has an antioxidant called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) that enhances immune function. The article also says green tea is a good source of L-theanine, an amino […]

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Almond Matcha Latte

Did you know that Martha Hunt, a Victoria’s Secret model, starts her day with a matcha latte? She substitutes almond milk for whole milk for its high energy, proteins, and fiber, and has zero lactose and cholesterol. When mixed with matcha that is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, almond matcha latte makes a perfect energizer […]

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Ginger Tea

When you have the shivers and think you’ve caught a cold, have some ginger tea. It is said that ginger contains components that open blood vessels and improve blood flow, so ginger can help warm you up! Put 7-8 thin slices of fresh ginger and 1 cup of water into a small saucepan. Bring the […]