The Pure Green: A Tale of Time and Heart Told by Matcha
Silent Green: A Tale of Time and Heart Told by Matcha
"A cup of matcha won't change the world, but it can put my mind at ease."
Perhaps such words are spreading because people sense something important in the silence that spreads beyond the steam.
What is Matcha? - The Philosophy Behind the Green Powder
Matcha is not just powdered green tea. It is made by carefully grinding tencha tea leaves grown in shaded tea fields with a millstone. By growing the tea leaves in a dark environment, they accumulate an abundance of theanine, a flavoring ingredient, resulting in a deep flavor with reduced astringency.
Doesn't this act of "blocking" seem somehow like a Zen idea? Reducing external stimuli and cultivating inner appreciation.
Matcha Time - A Conversation on Making Matcha
The time it takes to whisk matcha green tea is like a moment to regulate your breathing. The way the bubbles form, the aroma, the temperature of the cup... Everything is a device that allows you to focus on the "here and now."
For the younger generation, it may be difficult to "stop and take a moment" in the midst of busy schedules. But matcha gives us that opportunity. Enjoying a matcha latte with cute tableware and characters is also a wonderful "modern tea ceremony."
Matcha Spreads Around the World - The Crossroads of Culture and Market
This year, matcha has been gaining attention overseas as a "superfood." It's used in lattes, sweets, and skincare.
The fact that mass-produced matcha and high-quality, hand-picked, stone-ground matcha are both referred to as the same "matcha" makes it difficult to see the true essence of the culture.
What Matcha Says: Space in the Mind and Aesthetic Sense
The taste of matcha is a balance of bitterness and umami. However, there is also a "margin" behind it. The serenity after drinking, the traces of greenery remaining in the cup, the melody that lingers in your mouth. These are the things that cultivate our sensibilities.
Matcha is not just something to drink, it is something to "feel." And I believe that feeling can gently reach someone's heart, transcending generations and borders.