A Beginner's Guide to Japanese Tea: Selecting and Brewing the Perfect Cup of Sencha, Matcha, and Other Japanese Teas

Do you know the difference between a bancha and a hojicha? How to brew the perfect matcha? With this book you will!

Japanese  tea expert Per Oscar Brekell is one of the few foreigners to complete  the difficult training in Japan as a tea instructor. Now, with this  book, he shares the secrets and insights he's gleaned from a career  dedicated to promoting and preparing this ancient beverage.

Combining  a practical approach with in-depth knowledge and a keen eye for the  healthful benefits of tea, this visual guide will help you understand  everything from how tea is picked and processed to the physical and  mental health benefits that come from drinking it.

Through  stunning color photos and engaging information from Brekell, readers of  this book will get:A guided tour of Japan's main tea-growing regions,  from Uji/Kyoto to Shizuoka and Kagoshima, and a journey from leaf to  cupAn introduction to top-grade premium and single-estate Japanese teas  like yabukita, koshun, yamakai, sofu and asatsuyuA detailed guide to  brewing Japanese teas to enhance their flavor and to highlight their  healthful propertiesAn in-depth look at traditional Japanese teapots and  teacupsA curated selection of teas suitable for home brewing and  serving in various situations
Every tea lover will find something to savor in this comprehensive introduction to the incredible world of Japanese teas.