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Explore the artistry of Japanese tea from buds to brew in this comprehensive illustrated guide to the tea industry that includes the Japanese growers, their craft of tea making, and how the tradition of tea has had an influence on cuisine, art, design, and health.
This visual exploration of one of the world's most popular beverages tells the stories of tea and tea making in Japan: how it is grown, harvested, and dried, as well as how it is prepared and enjoyed. Through interviews with tea growers, information on health benefits from Dr. Andrew Weil, and amazing recipes from chefs David Bouley, Hirohisa, and Cesar Ramirez, you will discover all there is to know about Japanese tea.
This perfect gift for tea lovers shares the stories of tea from its origins to the present, packaged in a beautiful photographic book compiled by Zach Mangan, the founder of Kettl, a New York City- and Fukuoka-based tea and teaware company.
