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Kagoshima Matcha Tasting Introduces Prefectural Product to Foreign Residents
Ikeda Seicha, a Kagoshima matcha exporter, held a tasting event on September 9 for 14 foreign residents including ALTs and international exchange staff from six countries. Participants sampled six matcha varieties prepared as thin tea and lattes, representing different production methods and harvest timing. The company aims to leverage participants' return home to promote Kagoshima matcha, which holds Japan's largest tea production volume.
鹿児島の抹茶「ラテがやさしい味」 県内在住の外国人14人が試飲――帰国後のPRに期待 - 南日本新聞
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- Ikeda Seicha organized its first matcha tasting for overseas audiences, targeting foreign language instructors and diplo…
- Six matcha varieties showcased, differentiated by production method and harvest season; served as both traditional thin…
- Kagoshima produces Japan's largest volume of tea; company positioning matcha lattes as accessible entry point for export…
- Participants from six countries tasted matcha for first time; positive feedback on latte's mild, drinkable character sug…
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