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Japanese Tea Meets Ikebana | Lessons in Leadership, Creativity & Ma

Japanese Tea Meets Ikebana | Lessons in Leaders...

At our first Kanoa Private Culture Salon, Japanese tea and Ikebana came together to reveal a shared philosophy: slowing down, observing deeply, and creating space for beauty to emerge. Discover...

Japanese Tea Meets Ikebana | Lessons in Leaders...

At our first Kanoa Private Culture Salon, Japanese tea and Ikebana came together to reveal a shared philosophy: slowing down, observing deeply, and creating space for beauty to emerge. Discover...

5 Reasons to Cold Brew Your Gyokuro

5 Reasons to Cold Brew Your Gyokuro

Gyokuro is Japan's most prized shaded green tea, and most people brew it wrong. Here are 5 reasons cold water — not hot — is the secret to unlocking its...

5 Reasons to Cold Brew Your Gyokuro

Gyokuro is Japan's most prized shaded green tea, and most people brew it wrong. Here are 5 reasons cold water — not hot — is the secret to unlocking its...

Japanese Tea Enters a New Era

Japanese Tea Enters a New Era

With the official GI registration, Japanese tea enters a new chapter. Origin, transparency and craftsmanship are becoming increasingly important—and may shape how Japanese tea is recognised, valued and appreciated around...

Japanese Tea Enters a New Era

With the official GI registration, Japanese tea enters a new chapter. Origin, transparency and craftsmanship are becoming increasingly important—and may shape how Japanese tea is recognised, valued and appreciated around...

Why Traditional Handpicked Hon-Gyokuro Is Becoming Increasingly Rare

Why Traditional Handpicked Hon-Gyokuro Is Becom...

Global demand for Matcha is transforming Japan’s tea industry in unexpected ways. As more tea farmers shift from traditional Hon-Gyokuro to Tencha production, one of Japan’s rarest teas is becoming...

Why Traditional Handpicked Hon-Gyokuro Is Becom...

Global demand for Matcha is transforming Japan’s tea industry in unexpected ways. As more tea farmers shift from traditional Hon-Gyokuro to Tencha production, one of Japan’s rarest teas is becoming...

The Art of Shading - How Light Shapes the Essence of Gyokuro

The Art of Shading - How Light Shapes the Essen...

Discover how shading defines Gyokuro quality. Learn the difference between Jikagake and Tanagake and why less than 1% of tea fields use traditional methods.

The Art of Shading - How Light Shapes the Essen...

Discover how shading defines Gyokuro quality. Learn the difference between Jikagake and Tanagake and why less than 1% of tea fields use traditional methods.

A Premium and Healthier Alternative to Matcha - GABA Gyokuro Matcha MATSU

A Premium and Healthier Alternative to Matcha -...

Discover GABA Gyokuro Matcha MATSU, a premium powdered Japanese tea with up to four times more amino acids than matcha. Ideal for cafés looking for a healthier and smoother alternative...

A Premium and Healthier Alternative to Matcha -...

Discover GABA Gyokuro Matcha MATSU, a premium powdered Japanese tea with up to four times more amino acids than matcha. Ideal for cafés looking for a healthier and smoother alternative...