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This grassy, earthy, matcha-forward genmaicha will keep you productive and provide extra catechins to boost your immune system.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 2.4 oz, makes about 20 servings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified organic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Masubuchi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8134656257,"sku":"12-100-0001","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/organic_tea_genmai.jpg?v=1492115954"},{"product_id":"matcha-scoop","title":"Matcha Scoop","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChashaku are used for making matcha. Two scoops with this bamboo matcha scoop is about 1\/2 teaspoon of matcha – or a single serving of tea. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that each item is made from natural bamboo and they may differ slightly from the photo.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Bamboo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kotobuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":13868483271,"sku":"12-300-0002","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/chashaku1.jpg?v=1522294537"},{"product_id":"matcha-tea-whisk-chasen","title":"Matcha Whisk (Made in China)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003echasen\u003c\/em\u003e (tea whisk) is a tool necessary to create matcha tea. This 80-tine chasen whisks the matcha to the perfect viscosity – not too thick and not too thin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2-1\/4\"D x 4\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Bamboo; plastic container for storage included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eDesigned in Japan \/ Made in China\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":null,"offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32733817354,"sku":"12-300-0003","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/whisk_japan_grande_8c511301-6149-42d5-9dd7-a86bb1686473.jpg?v=1522289140"},{"product_id":"seto-stone-white-matcha-whisk-holder","title":"Seto Stone White Matcha Whisk Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatcha whisk holders are called \u003cem\u003ekusenaoshi\u003c\/em\u003e or \"cowlick corrector.\" These holders* make sure each tine of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/matcha-tea-whisk-chasen\"\u003ematcha whisk\u003c\/a\u003e keeps its shape. It's important for matcha whisk tines to maintain even spacing so that the consistency of the resulting matcha is smooth and with no clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis holder is made in Seto City, a place famous for stoneware artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead about how to make matcha here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/japanify-make-matcha\"\u003eHow to Make Matcha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2-1\/2\"D x 3\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Seto stoneware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Does not include the whisk. Order the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/matcha-tea-whisk-chasen\"\u003ewhisk\u003c\/a\u003e here.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kotobuki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2775575298058,"sku":"12-300-0006","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/whisk_holder.jpg?v=1532481255"},{"product_id":"green-tea-kit-kat-koi-double","title":"Koi Matcha Green Tea Mini Kit Kat","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA part of the\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eotona no amasa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(adult sweetness) line, these special matcha Kit Kats are made with \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDOUBLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e the matcha from Uji Prefecture and are coveted all around the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComes with: 11 individually wrapped packs of 2 wafers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 4.38 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nestle Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31330742108239,"sku":"13-700-0025","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/kitkat_matcha2023.jpg?v=1676507187"},{"product_id":"matcha-bowl-greeting-card-6-pack","title":"Matcha Bowl Greeting Card 6-Pack","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese greeting cards were designed by\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/gifts-studio-arhoj-collection\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/gifts-studio-arhoj-collection\"\u003eStudio Arhoj\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor Umami Mart when we opened our doors in 2012. These playful cards with a blank inside are perfect for birthdays, thank yous, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day – you name it! Each card is printed using soy-based ink on recycled card stock. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCard (blank inside) and envelope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: 4.25\" x 5.5\", in A2 envelopes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterials: Low-VOC soy-based inks on recycled cardstock made with 30% post consumer waste fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComes with 6 cards envelopes per pack  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrinted in Oakland, CA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Studio Arhoj","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":32905157214287,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/card_teabowl.jpg?v=1616101956"},{"product_id":"noble-red-matcha-bowl","title":"Noble Red Matcha Bowl","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhether you're exploring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esado\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (tea ceremony), curating serving vessels for special guests, or just wanting to fortify your home matcha game with superior traditional handmade wares, look no further than the stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003echawan \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(tea bowl) from Ninshu. The wide base allows for thorough, even matcha whisking for anything from ceremonial tea service to daily tea prep; the form-factor and durable construction of this bowl are guaranteed to provide performance and pleasure in any setting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you are not yet on your matcha journey, you can use this bowl's perfect dimensions for other culinarily pursuits, such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003echirashi-don\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/shio-konbu-cabbage-salad\"\u003eShio Konbu Cabbage Salad\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cwbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e or just your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etamagokakegohan \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(fried egg on rice [sublime]).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA note on the glaze: Glossy, opulent, and deep, with this piece you can feel that you are holding something truly remarkable. This premium, sought-after crimson hue gives luxury and decadence, yielding only to the stark, contrasting black accents and contours. From the maker,\u003cem\u003e \"r\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eed glazes, such as those used for the eyes and lips of ceramic dolls for a little bit of red, are very precious and expensive. The glaze is generally not used in large quantities, but 'Noble Red' uses it as a base. The result is a red glaze that is unique to Japan.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFounded in 1646, the Omuro Kiln was founded to serve Ninnaji Temple of the Omuro Imperial Palace in Kyoto, Japan. Ninnaji is famous for its Omuro Sakura (cherry blossoms) and is a UNESCO world heritage site. The Ninshu brand preserves the handmade ceramic traditions of the Omuro Kiln as the current kilnmaster appointed by Ninnaji Temple. Enjoy these handmade pieces and their subtle differences and glazes ranging from subdued to vibrant and eye-catching. Use these to enhance your coffee, tea, sake, shochu, and beer-drinking experience all while holding a piece of Kyoto's handmade ceramic tradition. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eDimensions: D 4.7in X H 2.36in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eMaterial: Ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eIndividually boxed \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eMade in Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ninshu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39915799511119,"sku":"09-300-0018","price":156.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/noble_red_matcha.jpg?v=1657839039"},{"product_id":"nagomi-ceremonial-grade-matcha-green-tea","title":"Nagomi Ceremonial Grade Matcha Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003ePlease read\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe current \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003ematcha\u003c\/span\u003e shortage Japan is undergoing is unprecedented. There is a finite amount of \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003ematcha\u003c\/span\u003e produced and right now, everyone around the world wants it. Due to the shortage and high demand, our suppliers have imposed price increases as of June. We unfortunately must increase \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003ematcha\u003c\/span\u003e prices up to 30%. We thank you for your continued patronage and support.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNagomi Ceremonial Grade Matcha is a first flush matcha, harvested only once a year in the spring. While we love the our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/umami-mart-matcha\"\u003eUmami Mart Matcha\u003c\/a\u003e for our everyday cup, we indulge in a luxurious bowl of Nagomi Ceremonial on special occasions and Saturday afternoons, when we want to enjoy layers of umami, dried fruit, and buttery macadamia nuts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who've been looking for an organic matcha option, Nagomi is a perfect fit. Certified organic \u003cspan\u003eby the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries of Japan (JAS), this matcha is savory, vegetal, and earthy, and is similar to how matcha was grown and produced historically. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 40g (20-30 servings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Metal tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Portland, OR; sourced from Uji,Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mizuba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40223463768143,"sku":"12-300-0007","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mizuba_organic.jpg?v=1663803625"},{"product_id":"matcha-latte-kit-kat","title":"Matcha Latte Kit Kat","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis bag has an expiration date of December 2023, so we've put it at 50% off.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreamy and full of umami, these Kit Kats are not-too-sweet and recall a luxurious matcha latte from your favorite Japanese cafe. Using high-quality tea leaves directly from Uji, Japan, enjoy flavors of matcha, Japanese milk and white chocolate sandwiched between two crispy wafers. Dreamy! Pair with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/red-bean-mochi-mini-kit-kat\"\u003eRed Bean Mochi Kit Kats \u003c\/a\u003efor the full tea ceremony experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 individually wrapped packs of 2 wafers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 4.09 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nestle Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40672461291599,"sku":"13-700-0094","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/kitkat_matchalatte.jpg?v=1685663069"},{"product_id":"kazuho-white-bamboo-match-tea-whisk","title":"Suikaen Kazuho White Bamboo Matcha Whisk (Made in Japan)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the functionality and beauty of an authentic Takayama Chasen. The Takayama region in Nara is famous for its\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003echasen\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(matcha whisk) craftsmanship for hundreds of years. The Kazuho chasen is made with white bamboo and features 70 prongs which are slightly curled. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tanimura family has been making chasen for 530 years. Yasaburo Tanimura is the 25th generation chasen maker. The family business employs 30 people, but they only complete 20 chasen per day as it requires numerous steps, all requiring handmade techniques. On the other hand, chasen made outside of Japan, on the other hard, skip the curing method (and thus require a desiccant packet in its packaging), is curled using heat, and is chemically treated for cosmetic purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tanimuras cure the bamboo in their shed for two years, and curl each whisk by hand (not with heat). There are also no bleaching or chemicals applied to the bamboo, leaving the \"imperfections\" of the bamboo for the user to see and appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe visited Suikaen Tanimura Chasen in spring of 2023 – read all about it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/suikaen-tanimura-chasen\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/suikaen-tanimura-chasen\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA satisfied customer sent us the following review, \"Thank you for stocking this beautiful chasen! I just used it and it is light, flexible and makes fine bubbles for matcha, excellent!\" - Andrea \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2-1\/4\"D x 4\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Bamboo; thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eMade in Nara, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suikaen Tanimura Chasen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40833630896207,"sku":"12-400-0007","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/suikaen_kazuko_matcha_whisk.jpg?v=1699656727"},{"product_id":"black-bamboo-shin-matcha-tea-whisk","title":"Suikaen Shin Black Bamboo Matcha Whisk (Made in Japan)","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the functionality and beauty of an authentic Takayama Chasen. The Takayama region in Nara is famous for its \u003cem\u003echasen\u003c\/em\u003e (matcha whisk) craftsmanship for hundreds of years. This particular chasen is made with Shichiku (purplish black bamboo). The tips of the prongs are oval-shaped, resulting in a chasen that is used in formal tea ceremonies. The Tanimura family kindly finished these chasen with thread featuring Umami Mart's signature red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tanimura family has been making chasen for 530 years. Yasaburo Tanimura is the 25th generation chasen maker. The family business employs 30 people, but they only complete 20 chasen per day as it requires numerous steps, all requiring handmade techniques. On the other hand, chasen made outside of Japan, on the other hard, skip the curing method (and thus require a desiccant packet in its packaging), is curled using heat, and is chemically treated for cosmetic purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tanimuras cure the bamboo in their shed for two years, and curl each whisk by hand (not with heat). There are also no bleaching or chemicals applied to the bamboo, leaving the \"imperfections\" of the bamboo for the user to see and appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe visited Suikaen Tanimura Chasen in spring of 2023 – read all about it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/suikaen-tanimura-chasen\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/suikaen-tanimura-chasen\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA satisfied customer sent us the following review, \"Thank you for stocking this beautiful chasen! I just used it and it is light, flexible and makes fine bubbles for matcha, excellent!\" - Andrea \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2-1\/4\"D x 4\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Bamboo; thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eMade in Nara, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suikaen Tanimura Chasen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40833632469071,"sku":"12-400-0008","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/suikaen_shin_matcha_whisk3.jpg?v=1699657847"},{"product_id":"umami-mart-matcha","title":"Umami Mart Matcha","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBUY 2 TINS FOR AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis matcha is on sale because it has a sell-by date of June 18, 2026. The tin is completely sealed for freshness so it will be fine to drink after this date. We always recommend putting it in the fridge once opened.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe collaborated with our long time favorite tea importer \u003ca data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/lauren-purvis-of-mizuba-tea-co?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=59d6360f6\u0026amp;_ss=r\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/lauren-purvis-of-mizuba-tea-co?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=59d6360f6\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eMizuba Tea Co.\u003c\/a\u003e to bring you this exclusive stone-milled, ceremonial grade matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone-milling gives the matcha more complex, nutty flavors (as compared to jet or ball milled matcha), which results in an umami-forward (surprise!), invigorating, and pleasantly bitter drink. With an 800 year history, stone-milling today only accounts for 2% of Japan's entire tea production – we are so fortunate to share this ancient tradition with you through our matcha.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis ichibancha tea from Uji is shade-grown – making the leaves tender and full of layered, complex flavors. Because ichibancha are comprised of the first picking of the new tea leaf shoots of the year, they are the most prized. We hope you will enjoy this special matcha as much as we do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our interview with Lauren Purvis, founder of Mizuba Tea Co. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/lauren-purvis-of-mizuba-tea-co?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=59d6360f6\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. Or click here for a recipe on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/japanify-make-matcha?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=21da50be0\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehow to make a bowl of matcha\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: 100% Pure Uji Matcha Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: 40g (20-30 servings)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Metal tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Uji, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerate once open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mizuba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45170073010255,"sku":"12-300-0008","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/umamimart_matcha.jpg?v=1716587562"},{"product_id":"kurashi-no-dougu-handkerchief-1935","title":"Everyday Tools Handkerchief","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFrom matcha-making implements to classic garden gadgets, an array of ordinary, everyday tools are celebrated in this handkerchief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe love these breathable, gauze-like handkerchiefs that we picked up in Kyoto, with whimsical artwork by French artist Isabelle Boinot. The material used is called \"Reru Cott\" and is a sustainable material made by recycling unused fibers generated during the cotton spinning process. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIsabelle Boinot is an artist living in France. Her works can be seen in a wide range of media including drawing, collage, embroidery, and video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtwork by Isabelle Boinot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 19 7\/8\"L x 19 7\/8\"W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: 100% \"Reru Cott\"* cotton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamamoto Jin Shoten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42468307992655,"sku":"14-200-0084","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/Everyday_Tools_Kerchief.jpg?v=1744330959"},{"product_id":"forest-dew-matcha-bowl","title":"Forest Dew Matcha Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy matcha in this evocative dark green bowl that is smooth in the hands with its shiny glaze. The straight sides and flat bottom are ideal for whisking a perfect cup of matcha to start your day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions:4.25\" diameter x 3\" \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eMaterial: Ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eCapacity: 12 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher and microwave safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":null,"offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42812315107407,"sku":"09-300-0032","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/forest_dew_matcha_bowl.jpg?v=1775251122"},{"product_id":"milky-way-matcha-set","title":"Milky Way Matcha Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive the gift of antioxidants with everything you need to make a bowl of matcha, and save a few bucks by buying them together. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet lost in the \u003cem\u003eamanogawa\u003c\/em\u003e (Milky Way) glaze, as you sip on matcha. A slightly earthy texture feels inviting in the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA bowl of matcha helps you perk up for the day without crashing in the middle of the day. Plus, it is full of catechins that boost your immunity and brain power!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to make matcha\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/japanify-make-matcha\"\u003eon our blog\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1 Matcha bowl: 14 oz. capacity; 5\" diam. x 3\"h\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1 Bamboo \u003cem\u003echashaku\u003c\/em\u003e (spoon): 7-1\/4\" x 3\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1 Bamboo \u003cem\u003echasen\u003c\/em\u003e (whisk): 80 prong count, 2-3\/8\" x 4-3\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAll hand wash with mild detergent recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaged in a gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBowl: Made in Japan, Whisk + Scoop: Made in China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Miya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42812324741199,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/matcha_milkyway.jpg?v=1747327700"},{"product_id":"sumi-fuki-matcha-set","title":"Sumifuki Matcha Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive the gift of antioxidants with everything you need to make a bowl of matcha, and save a few bucks by buying them together. Enjoy the bowl's earthy, rustic glaze with each sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bowl of matcha helps you perk up for the day without crashing in the middle of the day. Plus, it is full of catechins that boost your immunity and brain power!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1 Matcha bowl: ceramic, 12 oz. capacity; 5\"D x 3\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1 Bamboo\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003echashaku\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(spoon): 7-1\/4\" x 3\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1 Bamboo\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003echasen\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(whisk): 80 prong count, 2-3\/8\" x 4-3\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAll hand wash with mild detergent recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaged in a gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBowl: Made in Japan, Whisk + Scoop: Made in China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":null,"offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43674215481423,"sku":"12-500-0005","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/sumifuki_matcha_set.jpg?v=1762466464"}],"url":"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/mindful-matcha.oembed","provider":"Umami Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}