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A Beautiful New Home for Jyoraku Matcha

A Beautiful New Home for Jyoraku Matcha

This weekend, I’m thrilled to share that Jyoraku Matcha now has a retail home at KOBO at Higo, a thoughtfully curated artisan gallery in Seattle’s historic Japantown. For over 20...

A Beautiful New Home for Jyoraku Matcha

This weekend, I’m thrilled to share that Jyoraku Matcha now has a retail home at KOBO at Higo, a thoughtfully curated artisan gallery in Seattle’s historic Japantown. For over 20...

Floating Cherry & Matcha: A Soft Spring Ritual

Floating Cherry & Matcha: A Soft Spring Ritual

There’s something luxurious about slowing down for a tea moment — even if it’s just ten minutes in your day. Today I brewed up my ceremonial-grade Jyoraku Matcha (yes, the...

Floating Cherry & Matcha: A Soft Spring Ritual

There’s something luxurious about slowing down for a tea moment — even if it’s just ten minutes in your day. Today I brewed up my ceremonial-grade Jyoraku Matcha (yes, the...

Tea Time Bliss: Jyoraku Matcha Meets Imo Madoi’s Handmade Veggie Chips 🍵🥔

Tea Time Bliss: Jyoraku Matcha Meets Imo Madoi’...

There’s something incredibly grounding about a good tea ritual. But pair it with a thoughtful snack? That’s next-level calm. This week, I’m sipping on Jyoraku Matcha, my family’s ceremonial grade...

Tea Time Bliss: Jyoraku Matcha Meets Imo Madoi’...

There’s something incredibly grounding about a good tea ritual. But pair it with a thoughtful snack? That’s next-level calm. This week, I’m sipping on Jyoraku Matcha, my family’s ceremonial grade...

Sakura Matsuri Sunday: Come Early Before Tokara Sells Out (Again)

Sakura Matsuri Sunday: Come Early Before Tokara...

Yesterday, wagashi lovers knew what was up — Tokara sold out by 2:30PM at the Sakura Matsuri! And if you’ve ever had her handcrafted seasonal sweets, you know why. 🌸 If...

Sakura Matsuri Sunday: Come Early Before Tokara...

Yesterday, wagashi lovers knew what was up — Tokara sold out by 2:30PM at the Sakura Matsuri! And if you’ve ever had her handcrafted seasonal sweets, you know why. 🌸 If...

The Quiet Beauty of Brewing Your Own Peace

The Quiet Beauty of Brewing Your Own Peace

I believe we can brew our own peace — and in my world, that usually starts with a warm mug of Sencha (the top buds and leaves of the tea...

The Quiet Beauty of Brewing Your Own Peace

I believe we can brew our own peace — and in my world, that usually starts with a warm mug of Sencha (the top buds and leaves of the tea...

Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 | Tokara Wagashi + Matcha Magic in Seattle

Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 | Tokara Wagashi +...

This weekend, we’re welcoming you to Sakura Matsuri – Seattle’s Cherry Blossom Festival! Take in the blossoms, enjoy a handcrafted wagashi from Tokara, and pause for a peaceful tea moment with...

Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 | Tokara Wagashi +...

This weekend, we’re welcoming you to Sakura Matsuri – Seattle’s Cherry Blossom Festival! Take in the blossoms, enjoy a handcrafted wagashi from Tokara, and pause for a peaceful tea moment with...