Japan produces some of the most celebrated teas in the world. From the vivid green powder of matcha to the delicate needle-shaped leaves of gyokuro, Japanese tea is a culture unto itself — one that has shaped meditation practices, art, architecture, and daily life for over a thousand years. If you are new to Japanese […]
You start your morning. The kettle boils. But which tea do you reach for? For many people in Korea, the answer has traditionally been nokcha, a delicate green tea brewed at a low temperature, sipped slowly, and appreciated for its grassy sweetness. But increasingly, mugicha (barley tea), boricha, and now English Breakfast Tea are making […]
Not every post here is about tea. Sometimes it is about the other thing that makes life in Korea so good: the fact that on a perfectly ordinary Sunday, you can find yourself somewhere entirely unexpected, doing something entirely unplanned, and feel completely at home. Today that somewhere is Suwon. We grabbed a bite near […]
This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of these links, Seoulful Tea may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we believe are worth your money. If you’re new to Korean tea, knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. There are dozens of […]
