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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
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
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 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 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 -...
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...