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19th B'day

3rd Nov 2026

This one was a tough one. As oligarchs scheme and governments acquiesce,  our communities bear the brunt of their greed, cowardice and cruelty. Many of the cafes and restaurants we’ve servi … read more

Inside Matcha: The Seimei Takeover

5th Aug 2026

I remember it like it was yesterday. It was 6 November, 2025, the last day of our Kagoshima tea tour. After a detailed tour of JA Kagoshima Chagyo’s production floor, we were brought back to a … read more

Greener Matcha

22nd Jun 2026

We’d just like to share some good news. New organic matcha has just landed and from today forward, you’ll notice a brighter shade of green in our Matcha Latte OG+ offerings. How did it tur … read more

About Organic Matcha

24th Mar 2026

Did you know: As you’re consuming whole leaf (not just a steep) in a dense, powdered format, it’s important to choose organic to avoid ingestion of chemicals otherwise used in convention … read more

A letter to my Kago Compatriots

9th Nov 2025

My Dear Kagoshima Farmily-Extended-Family, I cannot think of a better way to spend a four-hour layover than to express my deepest gratitude to you all. These past five days, you have each affected me … read more