Why is it so important for tourists and long-term visitors to Japan to know about table manners? That question has a simple answer: it’s because the Japanese put much more emphasis on formality and proper… Read More
Japanese Table Manners
Category: Tea
10 Things to Do In Kyoto
Kyoto is a city like no other. Visitors are often overwhelmed by local history, authentic cultural sites and of course the phenomenal beauty of the place. Everyone has heard of the environmental agreement called the… Read More
The 10 Best Places for Tea Ceremony in Kyoto
Finding the Best Tea Ceremony Venues in Kyoto Tea ceremony in Japan is more than 1,000 years old and is an integral part of the nation’s cultural heritage. Tourists can locate tea houses that allow… Read More
The 10 Best Places for Tea Ceremony in Tokyo
The Smart Way to Do Tea Ceremony in Japan Attending a tea ceremony in Tokyo is a must-do event for any visitor. The country’s famous tradition dates back more than 1,000 years and is an… Read More
How to Make Ginger Tea (and Matcha-Ginger Tea)
Preparing a nice warm cup of ginger tea is an easy and healthy way to spend a few quiet minutes away from the worries of everyday life. Ginger packs plenty of nutritious advantages is relatively… Read More
Is Tea a Diuretic?
Tea enthusiasts often ask about the diuretic properties of their favorite drink. That makes sense because people want to know if something they love might lead to dehydration and other physical effects. To answer the… Read More
Black Tea vs Green Tea: All You Need To Know
Black and green teas come from the same plant, camellia sinensis, but their cultivation, harvesting, processing and brewing methods can be quite different. In order to understand the full range of ways in which these… Read More
Chinese vs Japanese Teas
You can always get tea-lovers talking by posing the question: What’s the difference between Japanese and Chinese teas? There are hundreds of related questions based on this one, like “Are Japanese teas better-tasting than Chinese… Read More
Genmaicha Brown Rice Tea: History and Benefits
Genmaicha (which is the Japanese word for ‘brown rice tea’) is a wondrous, and little-known Japanese culinary treat that offers a natural combination of starch, sugar and a nutty flavor in an easy-to-prepare beverage. Not… Read More
Surprising Matcha-related Bargains Abound
Anyone interested in matcha tea realizes the wide diversity among brands, both in terms of quality and price. Venturing past the tea itself, into the wide, wide world of matcha-related products, is another experience entirely.… Read More