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Uji, the origins of matcha

April 30, 2020

Uji (宇治) is a small city situated between Kyoto and Nara, two of Japan’s most famous historical and cultural centers. Its proximity to these two former capitals resulted in Uji’s early development as a cultural center in its own right. Byodoin Temple Uji is home to the UNESCO Heritage Site of Byodoin Temple, a striking example of Buddhist Pure …
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