Japanese matcha is more than a trendy green drink. It is a centuries-old tea tradition shaped by history, craft, and Japanese culture. From tea ceremonies to modern matcha lattes and desserts, matcha continues to connect people with Japan’s sense of ritual, balance, and beauty. A Brief History: From Chinese Origins to Japanese Tradition The story of matcha begins not in Japan, but in China during the Tang and Song dynasties, where powdered tea was first prepared by whisking tea powder with hot water. It wasn’t until the late 12th century that Zen Buddhist monks, most notably Eisai, brought tea seeds and powdered tea methods back to Japan, where the practice