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Japan’s own red wine grape was not inherited, it was built. Kawakami Zenbei crossed vines 10,311 times in Niigata snow country before cross number 3,986 became Muscat Bailey A in...

The beloved Japanese fan by BALMUDA is here! Unboxing the NatureWind Studio, the story of the fan that saved the company, and a limited-time 15% offer for our readers.

Mid-summer gifts in Japan: the regional deadlines, the noshi paper explained, who can't legally accept one, and the one word that keeps it from becoming annual.

A single vine in a Fujisawa backyard, a DNA test that matched no grape on Earth, and a new Japanese variety that survives −30°C and grows on Tokyo rooftops.

Sapporo Coffee Kan's own serving suggestion for the hot months is on the Japanese product page, and it's the best thing you can do with this coffee in July: brew...

No, it's not an April Fools' joke — we're launching Japanese Wine Co. Decanter-winning Grace Wine from Yamanashi and Kazumi's Napa-grown Koshu, now shipping to California and D.C. 

Our new Japanese Chai made with Benifuuki wakocha is almost ready — vote for your favorite package design and help us pick the winner!

Why does Japan love things that disappear? The kisetsu gentei (季節限定) tradition, one Hokkaido roastery's four-seasons coffee, and the summer blend in our shop now.

Matcha with a shot of coffee poured through it. Where the dirty matcha came from, how much caffeine is in one, how to layer it — and how I make...

A handless clock that tells time with light, plays white noise to focus and rain to wind down, and helps you put your phone down at night. Here's the full...

These are matcha shortbread — buttery, a little crumbly, with that gentle grassy matcha flavor — shaped into a plump, round forest creature with two pointy ears and a soft...

Matcha is everywhere, and so is "cute." Here's how kawaii culture, real science, and Gen Z turned green tea into a global obsession — plus a matcha cookie recipe.

Yama Sushi Marketplace is now carrying our products! Plus the full story of LA's beloved Japanese market — California Roll, sake, classes, locations.

Discover the secrets of Shincha, Japan's acclaimed new crop tea. Explore its distinct features, flavors, and traditions. Learn what makes Shincha a must-try for tea lovers. Immerse yourself in the realm of this seasonal treasure right now!

The Kazumi Wines story — Michelle Sakazaki, the 2017 Napa wildfire, and how the first US-grown Koshu came to be. Plus tasting notes for the Kazumi Napa Valley Koshu (94...

A deep dive into Grace Wine — Japan's century-old Yamanashi winery, the Misawa family, and the Decanter Platinum-winning Koshu and Akeno red wines we carry at Japanese Wine Co.

Sapporo-based writer Graham Hill takes us on a one-hour walking tour through Osaka's coffee district — pour-over craft, Kiwi-influenced shops, art-house cafés, and Brooklyn Roasting in Namba.

Meet Eijiro Tsukada — the man behind Cuzen Matcha. Full guide to the award-winning Matcha Maker, the Pro, and why we're proud to carry it.

Experience Balmuda's excellent coffee machine as Tokyo's design influence makes its way to the United States. This cutting-edge technology will enhance your coffee experience.

PNG coffee has deep ties to Japan — from Blue Mountain roots to today's specialty scene. Meet Baroida Estate and try our limited-time single-origin!

The definitive guide to swordsmith Kawashima Kazuki (川島一城) — 15th-generation bladesmith of Bizen Osafune. Philosophy, process, videos, and more.

We were privileged to be invited by Balmuda's Private MoonKettle Launch Event. Here are videos of it and everything you need to know about the new MoonKettle!

We were at OC Japan Fair again! April 3-5 2026 with new products, Miki Pon's art debut and more. Here is a recap video from the event.

Super Mario and green tea share a hometown! Watch our Yoshi Matcha Cookies video recipe + discover how Nintendo and matcha connect from Kyoto to LA and beyond.

Meet Sakura Blend — our first spring seasonal coffee! Bright, smooth, naturally sweet. Not sakura-flavored. Free US shipping while supplies last.

Our matcha is now at Pillow Talk Cafe Pasadena! Meet the cafe, try the Egg Heaven sando & Matchamisu, and see how this partnership came together.

Koshu is Japan’s signature white wine—delicate, elegant, and beautifully food-friendly. In this guide, we explore what makes Koshu so special, from its ancient Silk Road roots and Yamanashi heritage to...