Japanese Green Tea 101: From Matcha to Sakura Sencha

Matcha, sencha, gyokuro, hojicha — how many kinds of Japanese green tea do you know? At this talk, Rona Tison, tea expert and Exec. Vice President of ITO EN North America, the global leaders of green tea, will take you through the fundamentals of this invigorating beverage. Learn how to best brew and drink the teas, the health benefits you may expect, and the new trends in the world of tea. Watch live as Tison demonstrates the delicate artistry of the Japanese tea brewing process and how to pair green teas with wagashi sweets. It’s time to embrace the arrival of spring with a little green… tea! Followed by a cherry blossom-themed reception featuring tea and wagashi.











When: Thu., Apr. 12, 2018 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Japan Society
333 E. 47th St.
212-832-1155
Price: $20/$16 Japan Society members, seniors & students
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Matcha, sencha, gyokuro, hojicha — how many kinds of Japanese green tea do you know? At this talk, Rona Tison, tea expert and Exec. Vice President of ITO EN North America, the global leaders of green tea, will take you through the fundamentals of this invigorating beverage. Learn how to best brew and drink the teas, the health benefits you may expect, and the new trends in the world of tea. Watch live as Tison demonstrates the delicate artistry of the Japanese tea brewing process and how to pair green teas with wagashi sweets. It’s time to embrace the arrival of spring with a little green… tea! Followed by a cherry blossom-themed reception featuring tea and wagashi.

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