Teapot and Tea Equipment

[2025.01.28]: Why Do Some Teas Taste Astringent? Exploring the Causes and Mechanisms of Astringency

Tea can range from having no noticeable astringency to possessing a very strong one. What causes this astringe …

It is widely recognized that the material of a kettle plays an important role in shaping the taste of water fo …

[2023.10.05]: Regular Consumption of Umami Seasoning Can Influence Taste Preferences

Excessive consumption of artificial condiments, such as umami seasonings, is believed to influence one’s …

[2023.07.11]: Grand Reopening of Gardens’ HOJO Store: Exciting Promotions Await!

We are delighted to announce that HOJO tea shop at The Gardens Mall will be reopening after renovation on Tues …

[2021.10.11]: We received new teapots made by Watanabe Tozo and Tachi Masaki

We have received new stock from Watanabe Tozo and Tachi Masaki. We received the following models. 1. Akitsu Mu …

We have released 4 different types of teapot made by Watanabe Tozo as follow. https://hojotea.com/item_e/avail …

We have released Kobiwako and Iga Natural Clay Hohin made by Maekawa Junzo. https://hojotea.com/item_e/availab …

We have received Iga Natural Red Clay Teapots and Hohins from both Maekawa Junzo and Murata Yoshiki. https://h …

[2020.04.04]: New Arrival of Teapot, Hohin and Cups from Watanabe Tozo and Maekawa Junzo

We have received various types of teapot, Hohin and Cups from Watanabe Tozo and Maekawa Junzo. Please visit th …

It’s a common misconception that tannin is solely responsible for the astringency in tea. There are actu …

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HOJO TEA Online Shop NEWS

New Release of Tang Li Shan Ripe Pu-erh Tea 2023: We have released the 2023 edition of Tang Li Shan Ripe Pu-erh Tea. Tang Li Shan refers to a mountain located o …

The New Release of Dong Shan Raw Pu-erh Tea 2023 and Jasmine Silver Needle: We have released Dong Shan Raw Pu-erh Tea 2023 and Jasmine Silver Needle. Dong Shan Raw Pu-erh Tea 2023 We hav …

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