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matcha 101

Matcha 101

Matcha is known for the Japanese traditional tea ceremony that strictly follows rules and rituals. You can enjoy matcha more casually, but there are certain things you shouldn’t skip. Here are the essential steps to a casual and yet nice bowl of matcha: 1) Preheat the bowl. Pour some hot water to the bowl, discard […]

Portland Art Museum

Jugetsudo Teas at Portland Art Museum

Portland Art Museum (PAM) is now exhibiting Poetic Imagination in Japanese Art through January. Cool ink paintings and calligraphy from 16th-18th century are on view. Jugetsudo teas are now available at PAM cafe and gift shop. We are offering tea tastings on the following weekends: 10/20 (Sat) 11am-3pm 10/26 (Fri) 5-8pm 11/17(Sat) 11am-3pm 1/12 (Sat) […]