Kyoto Bancha "Temple Pine" teacups use three times the amount

use three times the amount of matcha and whisk vigorously with a chasen for at least 200 strokes to unlock the full depth and complexity of its flavor

This batch was harvested in 2020 and pressed for us in 2024

The ceramic-insulated sides keep in the heat while keeping the metal outside cool

Part of that is because the tea plants are nearly 100 years old with gnarled trunks and roots reaching deep into the earth to pull up all the minerals the volcanic soil holds

this set offers a chance to explore the distinct flavors of Japan’s finest matcha regions

Kyoto Bancha "Temple Pine" teacups use three times the amountThe green teas of Japan are unexcelled for vegetal freshness and sweetness. The dark green leaf of this tea yields a light bodied, pleasing taste with clean and sweet aroma. An everyday house tea of the Japanese countryside, Blue Willow Bancha is appealing to those who are looking for a mellow pick me up that you can be enjoy with a variety of foods. 30% of leaf weight consists of polyphenols, a key component in Ayurvedic medicine.