Sengoku Warlords and Their Relationship with Matcha

The Tea Ceremony: A Cherished Time for Sengoku Warlords

During the Sengoku period, the tea ceremony was more than just a mere luxury.

For warlords, it was a cultural practice that demonstrated their education and aesthetic sensibilities, as well as a precious time to connect with others and compose themselves.

It is said that Oda Nobunaga used valuable tea utensils as rewards for his vassals, and Toyotomi Hideyoshi utilized tea ceremonies as opportunities for politics and social gatherings. Many warlords gathered around Sen no Rikyu, and figures such as Furuta Oribe and Oda Urakusai, who were warlords but also made a name for themselves as tea masters, existed.

On the battlefield, quick decisions were required, and in daily life, they constantly faced tension and pressure.

For warlords who lived through such times, the act of preparing and quietly savoring tea might have been a moment to keep from losing themselves.

True Strength Lies in Unwavering Calmness

The strength of a samurai was not merely about defeating opponents. It also involved not being swayed by emotions, assessing situations, and controlling one's actions. It meant maintaining composure amidst anxiety and tension, and focusing when necessary. Such quiet self-discipline was one of the strengths expected of a samurai.

The armor and helmets depicted on the Sengoku Matcha package are not mere decorations. Just as armor protects the body, they are incorporated as symbols to protect one's mind and maintain one's posture.

In a busy daily life, take a moment to pause and return to your center. Sengoku Matcha is matcha for such a time.

Time for Reflection for Those Living in the Modern Age

Although there are no battlefields in modern times, things that disrupt our minds are not uncommon, such as work, relationships, an overload of information, responsibilities, and pressure.

In the morning, before starting work.
In the afternoon, when you want to regain your focus.
Before meetings, business negotiations, or making important decisions.

Putting matcha in a cup, pouring hot water, and savoring a single cup. That short time can serve as an opportunity to distance yourself from busyness and refresh your feelings.

Instead of just pushing yourself too hard, return to your natural calmness and focus. That is what Sengoku Matcha considers the image of a "modern samurai."

Return to Your Center with a Cup of Matcha

Sengoku Matcha uses matcha from Ujitawara, Kyoto, conveniently packaged in single-serving packets. No tea ceremony utensils or difficult procedures are required.

Simply open a packet, put it in a cup, and mix it with hot or cold water to incorporate matcha time into your daily life. The tranquility and focus that Sengoku warlords found in the tea ceremony.

Bringing a cup inspired by that spirit to modern life.

Composed mind, ready for the next move. Sengoku Matcha.