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Isn't it tea? The surprising world of "tea"

Are the "barley tea" and "herbal tea" that we drink every day really tea? In fact, even if they are called "tea," there are many teas that are not technically classified as "tea" because the ingred...

Surprising fact! The difference between bottled tea and tea brewed in a teapot

Bottled tea has become increasingly popular in recent years, but there is actually a big difference between it and tea brewed in a teapot. Because it's tea you drink every day, you want to choose a...

Why do different types of tea taste different?

There are many different types of tea, such as sencha, hojicha, and black tea, and each has a different taste and aroma. In this article, we will explain why the taste differs depending on the type...

Which is correct, cha or cha? A thorough explanation of how to use them

"Cha" and "cha", which one do you use? In fact, there is a difference in how they are used. This time, we will be looking at some tea trivia! In this article, we will explain in detail the meanings...

[Digging Deeper] The Origins of Tea! An Introduction to Tea Botany

We drink tea every day. This book delves deep into the tea plants that are the source of tea from a botanical perspective. It is full of surprising information about tea, such as varieties of tea p...

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...