Senbird’s Tea Blog

10 Inspirational Tea Quotes for Mindful Living

In our fast-paced world, finding moments of tranquility and mindfulness can often prove challenging. However, Japanese tea culture offers a peaceful sanctuary steeped in tradition,...

5 Tips for Having Japanese Tea Outdoors

When you’re surrounded by nature's beauty and serenity, there's something truly alluring about sipping your favorite tea outdoors. Sipping Japanese tea in the great outdoors,...

6 Cold Brewing Tea Tips for Japanese Teas

As the summer heat intensifies, finding ways to stay cool and refreshed becomes essential. Cold brewing Japanese tea is not only a delicious way to...

8 Essential Teaware Tools for Every Tea Lover

Tea, which is consumed more than any other beverage in the world (second only to water), is more than just a beverage. It can be...

How Japanese Matcha Green Tea Powder is Made

Matcha is a green tea powder made from shade-grown grounded Camellia Sinensis tea leaves called tencha. Tencha is a type of green tea that is...

Japanese Cast Iron Tea Kettles: A History of the Tetsubin

You may have heard or seen Japanese tea lovers refer to a tetsubin (鉄瓶, which means ‘iron kettle’) but may not have been entirely sure...

4 Ways to Brew Loose Leaf Tea Without an Infuser

The world of tea becomes so much more vast once you begin to consider loose leaf tea options. Having a cup of loose leaf tea...

Ultimate Guide to Japanese Green Tea

Green tea is one of the most popular teas among tea drinkers. Originating from China as a key component of traditional medicine, green tea has...

The Best Gift Guide for Japanese Tea Lovers

Whether it's for a good friend's birthday, or a special gift to colleagues if you're not sure what to get them, why not choose the...

The Origin of The Name “Tea”

Have you ever wondered how the name "Tea" came to fruition? The word "Tea" is used by all English speakers, however, the word for tea...

Where Tea Originated: A Brief History Of Tea In China, Japan and the West

The earliest appearance of tea in history comes from the Chinese anecdote of Shen Nong (Shennong, the founder of agriculture and Chinese medicine), who ate...

How to Use a Kyusu or Traditional Japanese Teapot

A kyusu, sometimes spelled kyuusu, is a traditional Japanese teapot used for brewing Japanese green tea. The most common type of kyusu comes with a...

How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Sencha Green Tea

Sencha is one of the most delicious and aromatic of all green teas. Indeed, it is the most popular green tea in Japan and it...

3 Ways to Make Matcha Without a Whisk

Matcha green tea is a powerhouse of antioxidants. Made from stone-ground first-pick tea buds of the spring season, matcha green tea comes in a powder...

The Growing Popularity of Matcha Green Tea

With impressive health benefits and a rich taste, matcha's popularity has grown over the recent years. For centuries, Japan has been using matcha in tea...

How to Prepare Matcha: Usucha vs. Koicha

The origin of matcha powdered green tea is rooted in the practices of Chinese Zen Buddhist monks who used it as a meditation drink. Over...

3 Green Tea and Cheese Pairings That Are Surprisingly Delicious

In Japan, green tea is often served with various types of snacks and food. Most commonly, tea is paired with sweets and desserts. In contrast,...

How to Brew Green Tea with a Yuzamashi

Brewing Japanese green tea is a delicate process, each step crucial in ensuring that the tea is prepared to bring out the best flavor and...

Why is Gyokuro Shade-Grown Green Tea Expensive?

It may be quite a shock to many how Gyokuro's price is quite more expensive than some may expect. Even in Japan, though most people...

The 4 Health Benefits of Drinking Tea