#4 – The History of Matcha (Part 1): From Ancient China to Zen in Japan

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Matcha Ritual – Tea, Health, and Mindfulness from Japan

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5 episodes

5 days ago

A podcast from Japan exploring the ritual of matcha and the deeper meanings behind tea, health, and mindfulness. Hosted by Kensuke Suji (Suji-san), Certified Tea Advisor and founder of Zenkyu Matcha, each episode offers a pause to reflect on Zen, the tea ceremony, and how tradition supports modern well-being. Topics include the history and health benefits of matcha, mindful routines, and how simple tea rituals support clarity and balance. Let this become your weekly ritual. Learn more at https://zenkyumatcha.com or follow　@zenkyu_matcha_jp.

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#4 – The History of Matcha (Part 1): From Ancient China to Zen in Japan

Matcha Ritual – Tea, Health, and Mindfulness from Japan

10 minutes 32 seconds

4 months ago

#4 – The History of Matcha (Part 1): From Ancient China to Zen in Japan

This episode explores the early history of matcha—how powdered tea first emerged in ancient China, and how it was later brought to Japan by monks and embraced within Zen Buddhism. Learn how matcha evolved from medicine to mindful ritual, forming the roots of Japan’s tea culture.

Part 1 of a two-part series on the timeless journey of matcha.

Learn more at ⁠zenkyumatcha.com⁠ or follow ⁠@zenkyu_matcha_jp⁠ on Instagram.