Tea in Japan: A complete guide to Japanese Tea
Tea is an irreplaceable part of the Japanese Culture and comes in dozens of various types, so even if you are not a fan of…
Matcha
Glico brings back sakura and sakura-matcha Pocky flavors for an early taste of spring
Just as surely as people in Japan await the first bloom of cherry blossoms every year, it’s also just as sure that when spring draws…
Frito Lay Japan Releases Kyoto Matcha Tea Latte Flavour Popcorn for Green Tea Snack Lovers
One charming aspect of living in Japan is the constant release of new snacks in various interesting flavours. Some are classic combinations, some are inspired…
Hershey’s New Matcha Chocolate Cereal Lets Green Tea Enthusiasts Start Their Day Right
Matcha, a classic element of traditional Japanese desserts, has exploded in popularity in recent years, with plenty of eateries in Japan serving up their own…
Japanese Matcha Gelato Makers Revamp World’s Richest Green Tea Chocolate for ‘Premium’ Set
Nanaya, a Japanese ice cream shop which has branches in Shizuoka and Tokyo, claims to be the home of the richest matcha gelato in the…
Latte Artists Go Head to Head on Matcha Canvas for Japan Matcha Latte Art Competition 2019
This autumn’s Japan Matcha Latte Art Competition is coming up fast, and a fierce contest is brewing. The event gives competitors the chance to show…
Starbucks Japan Unveils New Region Exclusive Kyoto and Hyogo Super Matcha And Chocolate Frappuccinos
While Starbucks Japan has become somewhat synonymous with their seasonal and holiday themed Frappuccinos, such as the recently released Halloween Red Masquerade and Christmas Cake…
McDonalds Japan Release Oreo and Uji Matcha Frappe For Autumn Season
Matcha, a classic element of traditional Japanese desserts has exploded in popularity in recent years, with plenty of eateries in Japan serving up their own…
Eggs ‘n Things Japan Serves Up Rich Uji Matcha Whipped Cream and Red Bean Pancakes
Uji matcha, high quality green tea from Kyoto’s famous matcha producing region, is regarded by many as the best green tea in Japan. Its deep…
Tokyo’s Book Hostel Lets You Snuggle Up with a Good Read and Overflowing Matcha Desserts
Book and Bed is a unique hostel which caters to book lovers travelling in Tokyo. The cosy rooms have beds hidden behind bookcases filled to…
Ehime Prefecture Shop’s Matcha Cream Mochi Cake Has Fans Lining Up From All Over Japan
If you love matcha and you happen to have travel plans in any of the four prefectures of Shikoku Island, you may want to make…
Tapioca Chazuke: Bubble Tea Trend Inspires A Sweet Twist on a Comfort Food Classic
Chazuke: a favorite comfort food A traditional comfort food for many Japanese people is a savory dish of green tea or dashi broth poured over…
We Taste Tested Haagen-Dazs’ 35 Year Anniversary Exceptionally Dark Green Tea Ice Cream
Haagen-Dazs are celebrating their 35-year anniversary in Japan, and to show their gratitude for all the customers they’ve had over the years, they’ve taken one…
Kyoto Gatten Tempura Pub Offers A Sushi, Sashimi & Tempura Lunch + Matcha Experience
In Fall 2017, a new star emerged in the Kyoto dining scene, Kyoto Gatten Tempura Pub. Combining the fine art of tempura with the trendy…
Denny’s in Japan Serves Kyoto Uji Matcha Desserts for Green Tea Lovers
Denny’s American diner chain has a bit of a different image in Japan, compared to how it is perceived in the States. Though it’s most…