It may still be cold, and the cherry blossoms have not yet opened — but in Japan, spring has already arrived on the calendar. Sakura Sencha is now in season. Before the petals bloom, there is a quiet anticipation in the air — a gentle shift toward longer days and softer light. This delicate blend […]
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WaKocha – Japanese Black Tea Earl GreyThis organically grown Japanese black tea is naturally fermented, offering a smooth, mild flavor with very little bitterness. The bright, citrusy aroma of bergamot adds a refreshing accent, creating a perfectly balanced cup of Earl Grey with a distinctly Japanese touch. https://jugetsudousa.com/shop/organic-wakocha-japanese-black-tea-earl-grey-tb-x-12/
On this special day, we add yuzu to the bath water in Japan. Taking a yuzu bath on the winter solstice is a tradition symbolizing purification before welcoming good fortune. Yuzu, a fragrant citrus in season during winter, was believed to ward off evil spirits with its strong aroma. Additionally, since it takes years for […]
Assortment of 18 teabags of Jugetsudo teas! 3 Each: Organic Sencha, Organic Genmaicha (green tea with roasted brown rice), Organic Hojicha (roasted green tea), Yuzu Sencha, Five Grain Tea, Organic Japanese Earl Grey. Each teabag is individually wrapped.This box set makes a great gift! Get yours today!
The yuzu plant has big, dangerous thorns. You would not want to step on these spiky twigs—the big thorns would easily pierce through your sneakers’ soles! Even experienced yuzu farmers get scratches on their faces when they harvest the fruits. In contrast to its dangerous thorns, the yuzu citrus is nice and fruity. Let’s sip […]
Cold brew sencha with honey lemon is a perfect summer drink! It is tasty and refreshing! To make honey lemon, thinly slice a lemon and put the slices in an air-tight container with 1-2 table spoons of honey. Store in refrigerator for up to three weeks. Just put the honey lemon slice in cold brew […]
Save Print Steamed Hojicha Muffins Steamed hojicha muffins are light and flavorful. Grind loose leaf hojicha in a cleaned electric coffee grinder to make hojicha powder (make sure the grinder is unplugged when you clean it). A perfect little treat for tea time! You can put anko (red bean paste) in the middle, or […]
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 […]
Camellias are now in bloom in Portland, Oregon! Did you know that the tea tree is in the same family with camellia, called Camellia Sinensis? Just like regular camellia, tea trees also have flowers. It is said that tea tree flowers are a bit blander than camellia, and they bloom around October in Japan. You […]
A slice of yuzu peel adds a nice refreshing aroma to a shot of matcha, just like an espresso with lemon peel. You can find yuzu at your local Asian market at this time of year, or a Meyer lemon can be a nice substitute. Add a bit of sweetness to bring out the umami […]
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