We’ve all heard about different food crazes: avocado toast, kale anything, poke, and pumpkin spice. And honestly, we can all admit to going on a journey and a half just to order some Instagramable food. Whether it be for aesthetically pleasing content or for health reasons, match green tea has been one of the most popular products in the world. From drinks to food to infused beauty products, the green leaf can be spotted in almost any store. Join the Youth Channel on “Uji Matcha” to learn more about the Japanese tea and its history.

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