Muromachi Printing: Manekineko Ninja Cat PostcardManekineko, literally "an inviting cat", is a traditional symbol in Japan for welcoming good luck and fortune. This series of menekineko postcards was too cute too pass up, and so became our first foray into the amazing world of Japanese stationery. Let the Manekineko Ninja Cat stealthily sneak into your the hearts of your friends and family to delivery your messages.

famous for its gold craftsmanship

This limited edition Gokou single cultivar Uji matcha from Nagatani Tea impressed us with its relatively creamy taste for an organic matcha

The Heritage Grade label that Yunomi gives to the best and richest matcha products also requires a very specific set of production criteria:

savory base

Compare the difference in flavor between Cup 1

In December 2010

Height: About 10 cm (3

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they should look the these "shin" whisks Leaving the tips uncurled as new whisks means they need to be handled with extra care

Finished in natural

When enjoyed as a latte the bitterness helps the flavour stand out against the milk and you end up with a very refreshing

We also recommend that you use a small amount of water and mix with the sifted powder into paste first to get rid of clumps