Kokoro Care Packages – The Perfect Gift for Japanese Tea Lovers
Kokoro Care Packages "Ryu" box is comes with 8 different selections. It is the perfect gift for Japanese tea lovers, especially those just getting started.
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Meet the Tea: Genmaicha
Genmaicha (brown rice tea) is a blend of Japanese green tea and roasted rice. The taste is an interesting combination of sweet and savory.
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Cultivating Femininity: Women and Tea Culture in Edo and Meiji Japan by Rebecca Corbett
Cultivating Femininity by Rebecca Corbett is a must-read for those who are interested in the history of the Japanese tea ceremony. I highly recommend it!
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Understanding the Different Types of Japanese Green Tea
How many types of Japanese green tea are there? More than you might think! In this post, we'll be taking a quick look at some common varieties.
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4 Books to Help You Learn About the Japanese Tea Ceremony
It can be hard to learn about the Japanese tea ceremony. These 4 books have helped me tremendously in my search for knowledge.
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Tea Nerd Dictionary: Zairai
Zairai is a Japanese tea term that I heard occasionally when I first got into tea but it took a few years for me to learn what it means. Simply put, zairai is a variety of tea that isn't a recognizable cultivar.
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