When people think of Japanese tea, most often green tea comes to mind. However, did you know that Japanese black tea was widely exported in the 1920s. and gained high acclaim internationally? In recent years, our black tea, or Wakoucha, has been rediscovered and is now receiving recognition, even winning awards at global tea competitions hosted by the UK Tea Academy. Would you like to experience this new challenge in Japanese tea?
Join us for a tasting of around four varieties of Japanese black tea, where you’ll learn about their unique characteristics and health benefits.
Master of Tea Ceremony
Japanese and Chinese Tea Instructor
Makiko Aikawa started practicing tea ceremony in her teenage years and has been introducing Japanese culture for over 15 years during her overseas experiences. Living in China promoted her to delve into Chinese tea, and she revisited her knowledge of Japanese tea. Currently, she conducts regular workshops related to tea in Kobe, Tokyo, and online.