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Notes at Origin: Hand-picking Honzu Shaded Asahi Cultivar in Uji

Notes at Origin: Hand-picking Honzu Shaded Asahi Cultivar in Uji

Update: 2025-05-15
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In this episode of the Specialty Matcha Podcast, Ryan and Sam share their experiences of hand-picking tea in Uji, Japan for the 2025 harvest season. They discuss the unique challenges and techniques involved in tea harvesting, the community spirit among tea pickers, and the sustainability issues facing the industry. The conversation also touches on the cultural aspects of tea production, the gatekeeping in matcha culture, and offers advice for those interested in tea picking. They conclude with thoughts on the future of matcha and the potential for growth in other regions beyond Uji.

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Notes at Origin: Hand-picking Honzu Shaded Asahi Cultivar in Uji

Notes at Origin: Hand-picking Honzu Shaded Asahi Cultivar in Uji

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