Perfectly chewy with a hint of sweetness, Green Tea Mochi is a timeless Japanese sweet enjoyed by all ages. I'll show you how make two versions with brilliant contrasting colors. Serve this matcha daifuku with green tea or hojicha for a delightful afternoon treat!

Craving Japanese sweets? Detailed Sakuraco review covers what to expect from treats by local makers in Japan for an authentic afternoon tea!

Perfectly chewy with a hint of sweetness, Green Tea Mochi is timeless Japanese sweet enjoyed by all ages. In this homemade recipe, we will make two versions of the mochi with brilliant contrasting colors.

Vanilla Bean Shortbread Cookies are a simple, buttery, and utterly delicious cookie perfect for afternoon tea, an after school snack, or any occasion.

Have a lazy summer afternoon? Need a delicious iced tea? Let's kōridashi! What is kōridashi (氷出し)? Kōridashi is a slow, mindful method of making iced tea. Simply, all one needs to do is gently place ice cubes and their favorite, high-quality Japanese loose leaf tea in their brewing vessel. Some patience is required while your ice melts (but taking a nap in the sun is what summer is for, right?). This method is certainly low-effort –– but high-reward when you taste one of the most concentrated flavor experiences in tea possible. A Mizuba fan recently documented his explorations and observations of this noble brewing method. Thank you to Shiloh Gastello for his words! Today we are exploring two different Kōridashi (Japanese ice-brewed tea) methods. Tea: Mizuba Tea Company’s Organic Sencha Yabukita from Kagoshima, Japan.Methods: First brew: approximately 6-8 grams of leaf to 100 ml (3 oz) of water, using Brita-filtered water to make the ice cubes.Place the sencha leaves over the ice cubes. It is important to not place ice cubes on top of the tea leaves because this allows the leaves to breathe, while also not weighing-on/compressing the leaves, which could result in quicker/uneven extraction while cold-brewing. 1. This method includes closing the lid of the infusion vessel and letting the ice cubes melt for around 1/2 hour without adding any additional water. You just need time and ambient warmth. The summer weather melted the ice cubes fairly quickly. 2. This method includes pouring hot Brita-filtered water over the ice cubes halfway to three-quarters of the way to the top. I let the tea brew for around 3 minutes. The ice cubes melted and cooled the infusing tea, resulting in a brew that embodied intriguing attributes of both hot and cold-brewed tea (sweet/earthy balance)! Results: Both methods revealed intriguing results that were unique to each process.1. The first method produced what can only be described as an umami bomb! It was so verdant, savory, sweet, and complex. It was equally complex in texture (thick/viscous). It was almost overpowering at first, but then it shifted into being highly floral, sweet, and mellow. There were notes of seaweed, wheatgrass, soft jasmine, honeydew melon, and intriguingly, poached egg.2. The second method where we poured in additional hot water was extremely balanced. Each flavor note emerged slowly, evenly, and lingered beautifully. It was sweet, fruity, savory, earthy, and then shifted into a verdant umami, which persisted for more than a minute at a time. Though this one was more balanced, it did not emphasize any single note enough to impart additional complexity. Regardless, it was delicious! Observations: Both methods have their unique merits. I would not say that one is distinctly better than the other, but rather, presented unique strengths that can be utilized based on one’s own personal preferences. Personally, the first method’s umami bomb effect is still lingering in my mind, and I enjoyed that effect immensely. ~ Shop Organic Sencha to try your own kōridashi ~

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From sunrise cappuccinos to afternoon teas and evening hot chocolates, our Japanese Scalloped Stoneware Mug, with its fluted sides and gently curved handle, is the perfect accompaniment to each. Made from durable Japanese earthenware sourced from the Seto mountainside, its microwave and dishwasher-friendly. DETAILS DIMENSIONS:  4.3" L x 4.5" W x 2.7" H, 1.2 cups 10.9 cm L x 11.4 cm W x 6.9 cm H, 280ml MATERIALS:  Stoneware  ORIGIN:  Japan CARE: Avoid placing directly from fridge into microwave. USE: Dishwasher & microwave safe. Not oven safe. A NOTE ON HANDMADE:  Small color differences or the occasional glaze drip on the bottom of a piece is considered part of the unique nature of handmade pottery. HANDCRAFTED BY THE POTTERS OF SETO Renowned for its pottery, Seto is home to kilns with the longest production history in Japan. Inspired by the concept that "meals are delightful," each piece is functional and fanciful, marrying French & Japanese influences to create heirlooms designed to elevate your everyday. Founded: 1950, Seto, Japan FAIRE VALUES: HERITAGE CRAFTSMANSHIP NATURAL MATERIALS HEIRLOOM QUALITY

Enjoy your afternoon tea with these crisp and buttery Matcha Cookies. The unique flavor combination of matcha and white chocolate is surprisingly delightful!

With rich green tea swirls, my light and tender Matcha Marble Pound Cake is a delectable snack that pairs perfectly with your afternoon coffee or tea. This Japanese-style pound cake tastes even better the next day, so it‘s an ideal make-ahead recipe.

This delightful Earl Grey Chiffon Cake is the perfect sweet treat for an afternoon snack. It‘s light, spongy, and airy, with a lovely fragrance and calming citrus flavor from the tea‘s bergamot orange oil. This recipe highlights why tea-infused baked goods and chiffon cakes are so popular in Japan. Follow my tips and techniques to make this beautiful dessert at home.

This delicious and moist orange and poppyseed cake is a real winner. With only a bowl and a whisk needed even the amateur cook can master this afternoon tea delight. Quick, easy and bursting with flavour.

Delight your tastebuds with a World Gin Journey tasting experience with a Japanese tapas-style afternoon tea for two at La Bibliothèque.

Aji Nagasaki Cake is Japanese style cake with strong fragrant smell and soft taste, it is your good choice for breakfast, afternoon tea and overtime work! Ingredients:Wheat Flour, Sugar, Vegetable Oil, High Fructose Syrup, Cabbage Powder, Salt, Egg, Milk Powder, Honey, Food Flavour, Food Additives etc. Allergens:Milk, Wheat, Egg, Soy, Honey

An Afternoon Tea isn't complete without savory bites. Along with tea sandwiches, scones, clotted cream, preserves and tea cakes, a well-rounded Afternoon Tea serves a smidgen of savory bites as well.

Crisp and crumbly Meyer Lemon Cookies are buttery, citrusy, and slightly sweet with a lovely hint of Meyer lemon zest. These slice-and-bake treats are the perfect sable cookie for tea time!

Enjoy your afternoon tea with these crisp and buttery Matcha Cookies. The unique flavor combination of matcha and white chocolate is surprisingly delightful!

Afternoon tea at The Taj Mahal Palace Mumbai was one thing my Japanese friends requested when they came to visit Mumbai.

Ridges and valleys of the rich and beautiful vascular structure of a large, broad leaf is captured in exquisite late afternoon light at the Japanese Tea Garden in San Antonio, Texas. This photograph was shot using 35mm film and was professionally developed. We have scanned the negative using an Epson Perfection V600 Photo scanner and will print on high-quality, acid-free semi-gloss Canon Paper using a Canon Pixma Pro-100 printer. Smaller or larger sizes may be available in the future. Print will be mailed unframed. Framed image is for display purposes only.

Four delicious vegetarian sandwich fillings for afternoon tea.

Hojicha Jelly is a light, chilled dessert made with roasted green tea powder and kanten (agar). Topped with sweetened condensed milk, these wobbly jelly cubes make a delicious afternoon treat or a refreshing end to your dinner meal. {Vegan-adaptable}

In the afternoon and evening, I usually switch from caffeinated beverages to caffeine-free ones. One of my favorite caffeine free tisanes (infusions not from the camellia sinensis plant) is soba cha, also known as Japanese roasted buckwheat tea.

With rich green tea swirls, my light and tender Matcha Marble Pound Cake is a delectable snack that pairs perfectly with your afternoon coffee or tea. This Japanese-style pound cake tastes even better the next day, so it‘s an ideal make-ahead recipe.

These Fluffy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes are like eating cottony clouds! The delicate, melt-in-your-mouth pancakes are even better with homemade whipped cream and fresh berries. Learn how to make them perfectly airy and pillowy soft with my best tips.

With rich green tea swirls, my light and tender Matcha Marble Pound Cake is a delectable snack that pairs perfectly with your afternoon coffee or tea. This Japanese-style pound cake tastes even better the next day, so it‘s an ideal make-ahead recipe.

Crisp and crumbly Meyer Lemon Cookies are buttery, citrusy, and slightly sweet with a lovely hint of Meyer lemon zest. These slice-and-bake treats are the perfect sable cookie for tea time!

These fig and almond rolls make a tasty option for dessert or as a snack for an afternoon coffee and tea break. They are easy to prepare and share!

Winter is probably when restaurants go above and beyond to offer the most spectacular experience for you. Here are the top 10 winter afternoon tea in Tokyo for you to try out this year!

Fruit sando is beautiful looking and easy to make As a pastry chef, I used to think that fruit sando was a…

Delicate and soft classic French cookies flavored with green tea powder, these Matcha Madeleines make the most delightful sweet treat. Invite your friends over and enjoy it with Japanese tea like sencha, hojicha, or genmaicha.

If you’re lucky enough to get fresh Japanese yuzu citrus fruit, make homemade Yuzu Marmalade! The sweet and tangy fruit preserve is delightful added to toast, hot and cold drinks, baked goods, and savory dishes like teriyaki sauce.