#Ceremonial Matcha

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🍵 10 MATCHA Spots in NYC! Which One Has the Best Matcha Latte?

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Transform Your Home into a Tea Haven: Explore Yuki's Matcha Accessories

Create your own tea sanctuary at home with our exquisite collection of matcha accessories from Yuki's Tea Shop. From traditional bamboo whisks to elegant ceramic bowls, our handcrafted accessories are designed to elevate your tea ritual and enhance your matcha experience. Whether you're practicing the art of matcha preparation or simply enjoying a quiet moment of reflection with a cup of tea, our matcha accessories add a touch of elegance and authenticity to every sip. Explore our curated collection today and elevate your tea journey with Yuki's Tea Shop.

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The energy they have playing off eachother is perfect.

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What Is Ceremonial-Grade Matcha Tea, And How Is It Different From Culinary-Grade Matcha

Matcha tea has taken the world by storm—most people, particularly those into health and fitness, reap its benefits and recommend others to try it. But what type of matcha tea is beneficial—ceremonial grade or culinary grade? Since there are two types, it always creates confusion among consumers. If you have been in the same dilemma and wondering about the difference between the two matcha types, we have mentioned what you need to know below. 

Most brands promote ceremonial-grade matcha, claiming it is superior to culinary grade. Although the ceremonial grade is made of tea leaves of higher quality than the culinary grade, both types are cultivated and processed for different purposes and preparations. Japanese tea farmers intentionally cultivate both types of tea leaves in different periods because tea leaves yield different characteristics when harvested in different seasons. 

Farmers shade Camellia Sinensis, the green plant, in darkness for a month before harvest to protect delicate leaves from frostbite. Shading plants also boost nutrient production by suppressing photosynthesis, preventing amino acids from converting into catechins. Lack of sunlight during shading produces thinner, dark-colored delicate tea leaves. 

Ceremonial-grade matcha leaves and buds are picked during Ichibancha, meaning ‘first tea,’ between April and May. Young tea leaves are found on tea bushes’ tops and are extremely delicate. These leaves contain more chlorophyll than older ones, often harvested for the culinary grade. On the other hand, culinary-grade matcha leaves are harvested during Nibancha, meaning ‘second tea,’ or Sanbancha, meaning ‘third tea,’ between June and July. These older leaves are exposed to more sunlight and have a bolder flavor than younger ones. 

The ceremonial grade has a more vibrant and darker green shade because tea leaves contain higher chlorophyll concentrations. So, it’s never a good idea to judge the quality of matcha tea solely on its color. Another crucial thing to remember is oxidation turns green tea leaves or powder brown. Chemical reactions occur naturally when matcha tea leaves or powder are exposed to oxygen, light, and heat. It’s best to store them in airtight containers in the refrigerator or freezer. 

Regarding health benefits, ceremonial-grade matcha tea has a higher caffeine and l-theanine content, while culinary-grade matcha has higher catechin (an antioxidant) content. Though most people prefer ceremonial-grade matcha tea over culinary-grade matcha, you should choose the grade that suits you best and matches your preference. While many people drink matcha tea, others prepare cookies and desserts. We suggest purchasing the ceremonial grade if you’re a coffee drinker who wants to switch to a beverage that contains caffeine but doesn’t give you a jittery feeling. Though caffeine is higher in matcha tea than in coffee, it keeps you calm; no wonder it’s a perfect tea for meditation. Look for online sellers well-known for preparing premium ceremonial-grade matcha teas in small batches to the taste and freshness of this Japanese tea.

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The Truth Behind Matcha Powder | How to Choose the Right Matcha for Your Health

The Truth Behind Matcha Powder | How to Choose the Right Matcha for Your Health

Image By Unsplash.com Matcha Powder: Matcha is a type of powdered green tea that is traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies. It is made from high-quality green tea leaves that are ground into a fine powder using a stone mill. The powder is whisked with hot water to create a frothy, brightly colored drink that has a unique and intense flavor. In addition to being used as a tea, matcha…

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Friday the 13th, the perfect day for a tea party

Fridays the 13th is not a bad omen. It is the perfect day for especially the psychics to have a tea party. Have a fun laughter with some friends. Remember, it’s tea not alcoholic drink. 

13日の金曜日はお茶会にうってつけの日

皆さま、13日の金曜日は縁起の悪い日ではありません。特にサイキックの人たちにとっては、お茶話会を開くのにはベストな日なのです。お友達を招いて、笑いやお喋りで、楽しく盛り上がりましょう！お酒は禁物です、お茶です。

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Trying to dodge the basic white girl allegations while I make myself matcha latte with jam at the bottom every day.

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Matcha Chawan - Japanese Tea Bowl

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Nourish Your Body and Soul: Embrace the Health Benefits of Matcha

Indulge in the nourishing goodness of matcha and revitalize your body and soul with every sip. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, matcha offers a myriad of health benefits, including improved metabolism, enhanced immunity, and increased energy levels. At Yuki's Tea Shop, we're committed to bringing you the purest and most potent matcha products that nourish your body from the inside out. Whether you're sipping on a soothing cup of matcha tea or indulging in a decadent matcha latte, you're treating yourself to a moment of wellness and vitality with every sip.

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Made some matcha focaccia via Archie Cartwright's recipe :) pretty sure I fucked up the focaccia part but damn if it doesn’t have a great matcha flavor (my favorite !!) <33

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Tea Ceremony

Tea Ceremony, Yael Rowan, 2022

Tea Ceremony is a solo journaling TTRPG. Your character is a courtier late in Japan's Heian period, seeking to impress a higher-ranked individual for a specific purpose. You can choose a purpose if you're familiar with the period, but suggestions (in the form of random card-draw tables) are provided in case you aren't inspired. Succeed in your ceremony, and what you want is yours. Everything is written as if the character themselves were the one doing the journaling.

You start by writing down your plans for the calligraphy on the scroll, the arrangement of the flower, your clothing, the rest of the meal, and, of course, the presentation of the tea itself. You're encouraged to describe these in lavish, vivid detail and to imbue each with meaning. There's a page on each of the ceremony's aspects so that you have some idea of what you're saying. (The game also reminds you that you don't need to be exact here, and the game is more about your character's feelings than your historical knowledge.)

Copious random tables are provided. You can find out everything about the person you're entreating, from the style of their boots to the accent in their voice to what they want from you. You can discover what your friends think about the visitor, what your days have been like recently, what the kitchen has available, all sorts of things to help you set the stage.

In the second phase of the game, your friends and servants tell you about the visitor, and you write your reactions - fear, anxiety, hope, excitement. You finish by writing that the ceremony is about to begin. You use the next set of random tables to find out how the ceremony goes, and then you journal a third time, exploring your character's feelings about what happened.

Overall, this is a neat game that's a combination of freeform RPG and historical/cultural supplement. I can imagine using it for The Blossoms Are Falling, or possibly for games set in later-era Japan like Sengoku. I can imagine Exalted borrowing heavily from this as well. The art is taken from Hanafuda cards, which fits very nicely.

Tea Ceremony is on http://NotCoC.jp/, Japan's equivalent to DriveThruRPG. ("CoC" is Call of Cthulhu, which is the most popular western RPG in most of Asia, so the URL is basically the equivalent of naming your website "It's not D&D".) It's $12, which is slightly high for a solo journaling game, but it goes on sale pretty regularly.