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(Re)Discover Japanse Tea

The Kyushu Terroir

Explore our curated collection of premium green and black teas, each one directly acquired from the masterful tea farmers and artisans of Kyushu, Japan.

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Our Story

Inspired by fond memories of our childhood home, we created our little green tea shop as a way to bring the delightful tastes of Kyushu, Japan, to your cup.

Our selection focuses on providing high-quality, everyday teas similar to those we enjoyed growing up.

Join us on this flavour-filled journey, where each sip is a celebration of Kyushu’s vibrant tea culture.

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Begin with our brewing guide, created to simplify and enhance your tea preparation experience.

Our Blog

Tea Pairing in Toronto: A Tea-rrific Holiday Treat at Tsuchi Cafe

Tea Pairing in Toronto: A Tea-rrific Holiday Treat at Tsuchi Cafe

Embrace the holidays by pairing our exquisite teas with delicious pastries from Tsuchi Cafe, a Japanese plant-based gem in Toronto.

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What is Catechin?

What is Catechin?

We dive deep into how catechins, key compounds in green tea, define the complex taste profiles.

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How To Take Care of Your Kyūsu

How To Take Care of Your Kyūsu

Simple daily maintenance of your kyūsu ensures that each brew perfectly encapsulates the subtle flavours of Japanese green tea.

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How to Brew Large Amounts of Japanese Green Tea

How to Brew Large Amounts of Japanese Green Tea

Japanese green teas pair well with various types of meals and is great to have on the table when you're expecting company.  The simplest way...

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Tea Poem

One sip, and I felt

I could awake once and for all

From this long sleep, clouded

By the impurities of this world

Baisaō