Shizuoka Prefecture - wellness, green tea and coastal feeling

Shizuoka is known for its tea cultivation, fantastic tourist destinations and of course Mount Fuji. Join us on a short trip to one of the natural paradises of Japan.

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Matcha Milk Jam - jam with green tea

We took the milk jam from Hokkaido and made it better with matcha. Super simple and super tasty

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Loose green tea VS. Tea bag - what is the best green tea?

We show you the difference between green tea in tea bags and loose infused in this comparison video.

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Bathing in the bathhouse - Onsen or Sento? How does it work in Japan?

The simple bathhouses seem to be forgotten in Japan. In this article we will show you what to look for during your visit and what is so special about bathhouses.

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Matcha cake simple - the only recipe you need

A simple recipe for matcha cake with few ingredients? Comes immediately in this blog article.

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Misconception #3 - Anime is huge eyes, squeaky voices and only for kids

In order to dispel some clichés about anime, I'm going to introduce you to a few of the best and at the same time most atypical series in my list.

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Misconception #2 - Japan is a highly modern country

The country of electronics giants, superfast trains and anime is considered progressive, but technically the 80s dominate: fax, CD and letter.

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Misconception #1: Vacation in Japan is expensive

Vacationing in Japan doesn't have to be expensive. With a little planning and smart choice of food and accommodation, you can explore this fascinating country even on a small budget.

Hasegawa-san from Shizuoka: our matcha and its story

Yoshiaki Hasegawa has been growing his own tea for over 60 years. He has had his own small tea farm in the famous Shizuoka province since 1979. Shizuoka is famous for green tea...

Mr. Yoshiharu from Kakegawa- against the tide with organic matcha in Japan

Mr. Yoshiharu Matushita produces Matcha No2 for us. Not only has he been growing green tea for over 40 years, but he is constantly researching organic tea cultivation.

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Mr. Haruki - son of green tea pioneers from Miyazaki

Haruki-san is the youngest tea farmer SHO CHA has worked with. He has been running his own farm on the island of Kyushu in southwestern Japan for 17 years.

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Mr. Takayuki from Miyazaki - Shincha & Sencha

Mr. Takayuki was the first tea farmer for whose Sencha we immediately decided. This fruity Sencha is produced by Mr. Takayuki on his own tea farm....