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.

you whisk the batabatacha with a special whisk for up to five minutes

please see Yunomi's steeping guides

The teas submitted to Prefectural

Standard Ceremonial Grade

This tea can be wonderfully refreshing when ice steeped

but the can is made primarily for frequent use of the tea leaves contained

TITLE: 湯帰り/ 「雨中湯帰り」

This Samidori matcha is a premium ceremonial grade matcha from the beautiful tea fields of Wazuka Village

A premium tamaryokucha cultivated in the famous Ureshino region in Saga Prefecture

Also try cold steeping as well as ice steeping

"Kushime" refers to the fine lined pattern resembling the lines created when combing hair

without too much astringency