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Nara Tea Co. Journal
Genshitsu Sen (Urasenke Daisōshō), 1923–2025: Peacefulness Through a Bowl of Tea
Cabinet Public Affairs Office, Cabinet Secretariat, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons On August 14, 2025, Urasenke announced that Genshitsu Sen (Hounsai)—the 15th-generation Grand Master and later Daisōshō (Grand Master Emeritus)—passed...
Why Marukyu Koyamaen Matcha Tastes So Good—And So Consistent
If you’re a matcha fan, you’ve probably noticed something special about Marukyu Koyamaen: the flavor is vivid yet gentle, and it shows up that way every time. Here’s what’s happening...
Cool and Refreshing: Summer Matcha in a Glass Bowl
In Japanese tea culture, even the choice of tea bowl reflects the changing seasons.In spring, you might see bowls painted with cherry blossoms; in autumn, warm earthy tones. And in...