The Timeline of Tea
1191: The Seeds Arrive
Eisai, a Japanese Buddhist monk, brings tea seeds from China.
1500s: The Tea Ceremony
Sen no Rikyu formalizes the 'Way of Tea' (Chado).
Ancient Cultivation
For centuries, matcha was reserved for royalty and monks to aid in meditation and focus.
Modern Mastery
Today, advanced shading techniques and granite stone mills create the vibrant powder we love.