t - The Magazine for Tea Culture - International Edition #2

International Edition No. 2 , October 2024 - Japan: The tea families of Kagoshima

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Japan: The tea families of kagoshima

The second international issue takes you deep into Japan's tea traditions, with a special focus on the tea families of Kagoshima. Explore the unique flavours of Japanese tea, the art of tasting and the role of soil in cultivation. Discover how Japan's tea culture is linked to France, New York and beyond, and find out which vessel is best suited to each tea. Plus insights into matcha cafes, fair trade, alpine herbs, and the science of caffeine. Or a trip into the mysterious world of world-famous Czech ceramics? Let's go!

This issue contains translated articles from German editions, as well as articles produced exclusively in English.

Content:

• Japan The tea families of Kagoshima
• Cultivation The healthy soil pioneer
• Flavour The unknown taste of Japan
• Tasting The essence of Japanese tea Culture
• France & Japan A mutual appreciation
• New York & Japan Between streets and stars
• Japanese style Which vessel for which tea?
• Tips & typology Japan's green diversity
• Matcha cafés Finding the perfect cup
• Outdoor An ideal companion in nature
• Fairtrade Experts explain what matters
• Sri Lanka & Malawi Two companies lead the way
• Spiced Tea The gentle kick of masala chai
• Alpine Herbs The summery scent of the mountains
• Caffeine The Science behind the gentle kick
• Ceramics A visit to Czech artists
• Language of tea What is the meaning of Wuwei?