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Where Is Matcha Grown? A 2026 Global Production Map
Japan exported 13,125 tonnes of green tea in FY2025, +42% YoY. The global matcha production map: who grows what tier across Japan, China, Korea, and beyond.
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Kyoto Tencha Auction 2026: Prices Jumped at Opening
Kyoto tencha auction prices jumped at the 2026 opening per Asahi Shimbun. Founder breaks down what it means for ceremonial matcha buyers this year.
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Is the Matcha Boom Slowing Down? FY2025 Data Says No
Japan's matcha-led green tea exports hit ¥84.7B in FY2025, up 120% YoY. Is the matcha boom slowing? A founder reads the data, the supply gap, and the risks.
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Japan vs China Matcha: Why Japan Defines Ceremonial 2026
Japan's green tea exports jumped 42% to 13,125 tonnes in FY2025 (~70% matcha). A founder's guide to Japan vs China matcha, cultivars, and grading.
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