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A Simple, Nostalgic Matcha Moment (with Butter Mochi!)

A Simple, Nostalgic Matcha Moment (with Butter ...

Today’s tea time brought together two things that always feel like home: a bowl of Jyoraku Matcha and a soft, buttery square of Haupia Butter Mochi from my Hawai‘i family...

A Simple, Nostalgic Matcha Moment (with Butter ...

Today’s tea time brought together two things that always feel like home: a bowl of Jyoraku Matcha and a soft, buttery square of Haupia Butter Mochi from my Hawai‘i family...

Matcha Cloud Moments: Staying Grounded in the Holiday Season

Matcha Cloud Moments: Staying Grounded in the H...

This time of year can feel like one long to-do list, but I’ve found grounding in the small rituals — especially the ones that nourish both body and spirit. My...

Matcha Cloud Moments: Staying Grounded in the H...

This time of year can feel like one long to-do list, but I’ve found grounding in the small rituals — especially the ones that nourish both body and spirit. My...

A Gentle Nightcap: Hojicha Latte + Holiday Wellness

A Gentle Nightcap: Hojicha Latte + Holiday Well...

After a long and busy weekend, I’ve been focusing on staying grounded and caring for my health as the winter season begins to unfold. Last night, that meant making myself...

A Gentle Nightcap: Hojicha Latte + Holiday Well...

After a long and busy weekend, I’ve been focusing on staying grounded and caring for my health as the winter season begins to unfold. Last night, that meant making myself...

The Gift of Nature — From You to You

The Gift of Nature — From You to You

There is something profoundly meaningful about giving yourself (or someone you love) the gift of health, harmony, and stillness. Tea has carried that intention across cultures for centuries, and today...

The Gift of Nature — From You to You

There is something profoundly meaningful about giving yourself (or someone you love) the gift of health, harmony, and stillness. Tea has carried that intention across cultures for centuries, and today...

Process Behind the Scenes: Finding Beauty in a Simple Matcha Moment

Process Behind the Scenes: Finding Beauty in a ...

Today’s video shows a quiet moment behind the scenes—a simple bowl of Jyoraku Matcha, whisked fast, then slowly into a soft, bright green. It’s not a formal tea ceremony. It’s...

Process Behind the Scenes: Finding Beauty in a ...

Today’s video shows a quiet moment behind the scenes—a simple bowl of Jyoraku Matcha, whisked fast, then slowly into a soft, bright green. It’s not a formal tea ceremony. It’s...

December Reflections with Karhu Studio Kyoto

December Reflections with Karhu Studio Kyoto

“It’s Not the Ears, Paws, Nose or Fur, but Eyes That Count.” As 2025 winds down, I always find myself drawn back to the quiet, contemplative world of Karhu Studio...

December Reflections with Karhu Studio Kyoto

“It’s Not the Ears, Paws, Nose or Fur, but Eyes That Count.” As 2025 winds down, I always find myself drawn back to the quiet, contemplative world of Karhu Studio...