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What is Aracha? Enjoy the original taste of tea leaves!

Aracha is the base tea for the tea we drink every day. It is a type of tea that is rarely available outside of tea-producing regions, but this time we will introduce the appeal of Aracha and the di...

The secret to delicious tea! The ideal growing environment for tea plants

The environment in which the tea plant grows is important for growing delicious tea. We will explain the conditions necessary for the tea plant to grow healthily, such as average temperature, preci...

How to store seaweed to keep it tasty

Do you know the correct way to store seaweed after purchasing it? Nori may have been delicious at first, but if it is stored improperly, its flavor will deteriorate. This time, we will explain how ...

Enjoy the taste of department stores at home! Introducing popular products for home use

Yamamotoyama is known for its gifts and presents, but many people also purchase products for their own home, so that they can enjoy the taste of department stores at home. This time, let's enjoy fi...

Interesting! The East and West Rice Ball Seaweed Situation

Did you know that even when it comes to making onigiri, the choice of seaweed varies depending on the region? The differences in food culture between regions are interesting, with roasted seaweed b...

Yamamotoyama's suggestion: How to store seaweed deliciously

When you open the can, the gentle scent of the sea wafts through the air. The best thing about nori is the fragrant aroma. And the crispy texture. If possible, you want to preserve the freshly open...

Surprising fact about Sencha! Is most of it actually a blend?

Do you think that all sencha is a single variety of tea? In fact, many sencha are made by blending multiple tea leaves. In this article, we will introduce the reasons for blending sencha and Yamamo...

Did you know? Japanese laws that enhance tea

Although it is not well known, there are laws in Japan aimed at promoting tea. In this article, we will explain the contents of these laws, the unique local ordinances, and how these Japanese laws ...

Why is cha and tae different? The secret behind the names of tea

Why are the names for tea different, Cha and Te? A thorough explanation of the origins of the names for tea that have spread around the world. We will also introduce the history and cultural backgr...

Tea to drink when you want to do something! Introducing recommended teas for different purposes and occasions

What kind of tea should you drink when you want to do something? Since different types of tea contain different ingredients and have different flavors, you can get the most out of their effects de...