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Specialty Matcha Podcast

Sanko Matcha Products
Matcha
Sanko Matcha Products
Cafes
Specialty Coffee
Ceremonial Grade Matcha
Japanese Tea Ceremony
Knowledge Structures
Specialty Matcha
Tea Ceremony
Japan
Wine
Milling Techniques
Design Language
Flavor Perception
Crossing the Chasm
Japanese Tea Culture
Tea Institute At Penn State
MTCH
Blue Bottle
Sensory Analysis

The Specialty Matcha Podcast is hosted by Ryan Ahn and Zongjun Li, cofounders of Sanko Matcha Products. We discuss the growth in popularity of matcha, innovation, and matcha science. We also interview thought leaders, tea merchants, and tea educators to discuss everything from sourcing, processing, blending, milling, storytelling, health claims, and much more. Sanko Matcha Products is a startup de... more

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Ryan and Zongjun (Sam) in conversation in Kyoto alongside khun Pop and Yusuke-san of Koto Tea Space in Bangkok after visiting Tsuji-san, one of Japan's most decorated matcha producers. The conversation goes deep on fertilization science, soil mineral... more

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In this episode, Khun Gan from TeaismExplorer shares his journey with tea, from working in Uji to becoming the first Thai-national Nihoncha Instructor. We explore the nuances of matcha production, regional labeling, and the evolving tea industry in J... more

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In this episode of the Specialty Matcha Podcast, Ryan and Zongjun (Sam) share their experiences and learnings from their recent trip to Kyoto, where they met renowned matcha farmer Tsuji-san, toured Marukyu Koyamaen, and visited Baisa Nakamura. They ... more

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In this episode, Ryan Ahn and Zongjun (Sam) Li delve into the complexities surrounding how the word "matcha" is being used by both marketers and consumers all over the world. The conversation highlights the fluidity of matcha's identity historically,... more

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Recent Guests

Khun Gan
Tea expert, Teaism representative
Teaism
Episode: Interview with Teaism, Khun Gan
Khun Big
Founder of ChaEn tea house in Bangkok
Episode: Interview with ChaEn Tea Experience, Khun Big
Simona Suzuki
Founder of the Global Japanese Tea Association
Global Japanese Tea Association
Episode: Global Japanese Tea Association, with Simona Suzuki
Dr. Rebecca Corbett
Historian of Japan, focusing on Chanoyu and gender history.
Episode: Interrogating Chanoyu Narratives with Dr. Rebecca Corbett
Per Oscar Brekell
Author and specialist in Japanese tea and tea ceremonies
Episode: Interview with Per Oscar Brekell
Kensuke Suji
Founder of Zenkyu Matcha
Zenkyu Matcha
Episode: Interview with Zenkyu Matcha, Kensuke Suji
Jules Reyes
A matcha industry veteran known for his work with Jade Leaf and community-driven matcha initiatives.
Jade Leaf
Episode: Interview with Industry Veteran, Jules Reyes
Dr. Yizhou Ma
Assistant professor of food technology and PhD holder specializing in food process engineering
Wageningen University
Episode: Matcha Science with Dr. Yizhou Ma
Aislynn van Clief
Founder of Fudo-An and former member of the Tea Institute at Penn State
Fudo-An
Episode: Interview with Founder of Fudo-An, Aislynn van Clief,

Hosts

Ryan Ahn
Co-founder and host of the specialty matcha-focused show, actively involved in milling technology and product design.
Zongjun Li
Co-host with a focus on knowledge sharing across sourcing, processing, and market dynamics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#79
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#92
Poland/Arts/Food
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#104
Japan/Arts/Food
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#111
Ukraine/Arts/Food
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#126
Norway/Arts/Food
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#154
South Africa/Arts/Food
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#206
New Zealand/Arts/Food
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#217
Mexico/Arts/Food
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#218
India/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#247
Netherlands/Arts/Food
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#250
Singapore/Arts/Food

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Interview with ChaEn Tea Experience, Khun Big
Q: What changes would you like to see in the matcha industry in the next five years?
Khun Big expresses a desire to see a stabilization of prices and continued growth in consumer understanding of matcha, emphasizing the importance of maintaining accessibility for everyone.
Specialty Matcha in Bangkok with Jev of MTCH™
Q: What does it mean to build trust with consumers now versus when you first started five years ago?
Transparency has become crucial in establishing a relationship with consumers, as they are now more knowledgeable about the products.
Global Japanese Tea Association, with Simona Suzuki
Q: How does the association engage farmers and the challenges they face?
Simona highlights the association's efforts to involve tea farmers, support community engagement, and address the difficulties within the tea industry.
Global Japanese Tea Association, with Simona Suzuki
Q: What are the core pillars of the Global Japanese Tea Association?
Simona explains that the three core pillars focus on community building, education, and information sharing around Japanese tea.
Global Japanese Tea Association, with Simona Suzuki
Q: Can you tell us about the origin story of the Global Japanese Tea Association?
Simona shares that the association was founded by individuals connected through Obubu Tea, observing challenges in the tea industry, and aimed to create bridges between Japanese tea producers and international enthusiasts.

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This show centers on the global rise of specialty matcha, blending technical farming and processing insights with market dynamics and consumer education. Across episodes, listeners get a mix of hands-on production details (soil science, fertilization, terroir), origin labeling and authenticity debates, and strategic perspectives from founders and researchers shaping the tea landscape. A recurring strength is translating deep technical topics into practical implications for brands, retailers, and educators, with ongoing emphasis on transparency, sourcing ethics, and innovation in milling, blending, and education. Notable strengths include high-accessibility discussions of niche topics (e.g., Tencha milling, origin claims, and lab-informed fl... more

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2. Khun Big
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4. Dr. Rebecca Corbett
5. Per Oscar Brekell
6. Kensuke Suji
7. Jules Reyes
8. Dr. Yizhou Ma

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