Kuradashi: The Japanese Art of Ageing Matcha
4 min read · Romi Matcha Journal Almost everything we tell you about matcha is about speed. First harvest, milled fresh, sealed at the farm, drunk within weeks. Matcha...
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The Health Benefits of Matcha: A Superfood Powerhouse
The Health Benefits of Matcha Matcha isn’t just a delicious, vibrant green tea; it’s also packed with health benefits that have made it a staple in wellness routines around the...
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Competition Grade (Shuppin) Matcha: What the Term Actually Means
In Japan, the most serious tea producers don't just grow matcha. They compete. Their finest work — made in small batches, shaded longer, harvested more precisely than anything else they...
Understanding Matcha Grades: What They Actually Mean
4 min read · Tea School Walk into a tea shop in Japan and nobody talks about "ceremonial grade" or "culinary grade." Those terms don't really exist there. They were...
What Happens Before Matcha Harvest? The Year-Round Work Behind Yame Matcha
What Happens Before Matcha Harvest?The Year-Round Work of a Yame Tea Farm The harvest lasts only a few days. But the work that makes great matcha possible continues all year...
What Is Ichibancha? The Spring Harvest Behind Great Matcha
The harvest itself lasts only a short while. But what happens in the weeks before picking — and during the quiet winter months before that — is where the character...
Yame Matcha: 600 Years of Tea Craft | Romi Matcha
Every good matcha carries the character of where it comes from. Ours carries Yame. Known for its deep umami, soft nuttiness, and beautifully smooth shade-grown teas, Yame is one of...
5 Common Mistakes That Make Matcha Bitter (and How to Fix Them)
If your matcha tastes bitter, sharp, or unpleasant, you’re not alone. Many people try matcha once, experience bitterness, and assume it simply isn’t for them.
Why People Drink Matcha Before the Gym (And Why It Works)
Pre-workout drinks used to mean one thing: strong coffee or high-caffeine energy drinks. Fast, intense, and sometimes a little overwhelming. But more people are now reaching for something different before...
The Science Behind Your Cup: What Research Says About Matcha's Health Benefits
A peer-reviewed look at how matcha affects focus, stress, metabolism, and the body — and why quality matters more than you might think.
Saemidori Matcha: The Cultivar Guide
Tea School Saemidori Matcha: The Cultivar Guide Nutty, lightly roasted, softly floral — meet the cultivar that earns its place alongside Okumidori. 6 min read Romi Matcha Journal 27 April...
How Much Caffeine Is in Matcha?
Yes! Matcha contains caffeine, but unlike coffee, it delivers a smoother and longer-lasting energy boost.
Yame Matcha: Japan's Hidden Gem of Tea
Most people who drink matcha have heard of Uji, the famous tea region near Kyoto. But within Japan’s tea world, another region is highly respected for exceptional quality: Yame.