"Japan doesn't use ceremonial grade"

In this episode, I address the worldwide matcha shortage.

• What is matcha?

• Defining the crisis in terms of demand and supply

• Where did "ceremonial" grade match come from?

• What qualifies matcha as matcha

• How you can be more discerning as a buyer

• Tea regions, production and types in Japan including sencha, gyokuro, and hojicha

Relevant episodes:

Episode 5 Recommendations for First-Time Travelers to Japan

Episode 4 Female Solo Travel in Japan

Episode 18 Top Tips for High-Season Travel in Japan

Resouces:

Hojicha Co where I buy hojicha powder

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