TeaMinded Podcast Episode 3 Japanese tea offers an experience unlike almost any other tea tradition in the world. From the vivid green color of sencha to the deep umami richness of gyokuro and matcha, Japanese tea is known for its freshness, balance, craftsmanship, and extraordinary attention to detail. In Episode 3 of the TeaMinded Podcast, we explore what makes Japanese tea different — including steaming vs pan-firing, the role of shading in tea production, the importance of seasonality, and the deeper philosophy surrounding Japanese tea culture. This episode introduces several important Japanese teas, including: We also discuss how Japanese tea…