This is a series (I don’t know if it will really become a series) that takes the liberty of using data to verify information and urban legends related to tea that we have come to believe through our senses. In the last issue, we examined the caffeine content of tea and coffee using data from …
Is Oolong tea the most drunk tea in China? – No, it is green tea. Read More »
Professional soccer player, coach, and entrepreneur Keisuke Honda has been appointed as the official ambassador for teplo starting January 2023. 著者情報/ teploについて teploは「美味しいお茶を世界中に届ける」というミッションを掲げるお茶のブランドです。 お茶メディアの運営、茶葉の買付・販売、お茶の抽出機の開発・販売、飲食店にむけたお茶のメニュー開発・レシピ開発等を総合的にサポートしています。 おすすめ記事 最新記事
The “teplo teapot” received the Excellence Award at the 2022 Tokyo Venture Technology Awards. The award ceremony took place on October 19, 2022, where our company representative, Kono, was presented with a certificate and trophy by Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike. Additionally, after the ceremony, Governor Koike visited teplo’s exhibition booth and experienced the personalized extraction …
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最近「Chat GPT」という言葉を耳にすることが多くなったかと思います。個の記事では、ChatGPTのようなAI技術がお茶の業界に及ぼす影響3点についてご紹介してみたいと思います。 お茶の業界において、ChatGPTのようなAI技術が導入されることで、以下のような影響が期待されます。 1. 製品開発の改善ChatGPTは、大量のデータを収集し、分析することができます。このため、お茶の業界においては、製品開発において有用な情報を提供することができます。例えば、消費者の嗜好や需要に関する情報を分析し、新しい製品のアイデアを提供することができます。また、ChatGPTは、新しい素材や製法に関する情報を提供することができ、新製品の開発に役立ちます。 2. カスタマーサポートの改善ChatGPTは、自然言語処理技術を利用して、顧客とのコミュニケーションを行うことができます。お茶の業界においては、カスタマーサポートにおいてChatGPTを活用することができます。例えば、ChatGPTを利用することで、顧客からの問い合わせに自動的に返答することができます。また、ChatGPTは、顧客の過去の購入履歴や嗜好に関する情報を分析し、顧客にとって最適な商品を提案することができます。 3. 品質管理の改善ChatGPTは、お茶の品質管理にも役立つことができます。ChatGPTを利用することで、お茶の品質に関するデータを分析し、品質管理に関するアドバイスを提供することができます。例えば、お茶葉の品質が悪い場合、ChatGPTは、その原因を分析し、改善策を提案することができます。また、ChatGPTは、従業員に品質管理に関するアドバイスを提供することができます。これにより、より高品質なお茶を提供することができるようになります。 以上が、ChatGPTがお茶の業界に及ぼす影響の3つの例です。 なるほどーとか、そんな訳ないんじゃないかなぁーとか、感想を持たれたかと思います。 実は上記で青文字で書かれている文章は、ChatGPTによって生成されたものなんです。今日は、ChatGPTがお茶の業界に及ぼす影響について、ChatGPTに予言をしてもらいました。ChatGPTは、ChatGPTが予言したような影響をお茶の業界にもたらすのか、楽しみですね。もう少し時間が経ったら答え合わせをしてみましょう。 以下、「ChatGPTがお茶の業界に及ぼす影響を3つ教えて。」という問いに対するChatGPTの回答のスクリーンショットです。 おすすめ記事 最新記事 著者情報/ teploについて teploは「美味しいお茶を世界中に届ける」というミッションを掲げるお茶のブランドです。 お茶メディアの運営、茶葉の買付・販売、お茶の抽出機の開発・販売、飲食店にむけたお茶のメニュー開発・レシピ開発等を総合的にサポートしています。
The “teplo cold brew carafe,” which went on sale in July 2022, is designed for cold brewing. Even though the carafe incorporates technological elements such as notifications about the optimal drinking time via apps and emails, and a tea subscription service, it is still more analog compared to previous teplo products like the IoT-enabled “teplo …
While the beauty of the form is important, we must design within a diameter of 75mm and a height of 225mm. In the process of designing, developing, and prototyping the teplo cold brew carafe, the teplo team discussed this. Why is the diameter 75mm and the height 225mm? This article will explain the background behind …
While thinking about various things, I ended up with a strange title. Suddenly, if you have two glasses of the same shape and one is just 0.3mm thinner, do you think you could discern the difference? Not 3mm, but just 0.3mm (about the thickness of a business card). Many people might not be confident in …
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When explaining teplo, we sometimes receive the question, “Can it brew teas other than Japanese tea?” The answer is “Yes.” The teplo teapot can brew a variety of teas, including black tea, oolong tea, herbal tea, and post-fermented tea. This article introduces the tea brewing process and the features of the teplo teapot. In short, …
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This article introduces why the teplo teapot can brew a variety of teas, including green tea, black tea, Chinese tea, and herbal tea, deliciously. While the teplo teapot can handle a wide range of teas effectively, like other teapots and tools, it has its strengths and limitations. This article will discuss the types of tea …
What types of tea cannot be extracted with the teplo teapot? Read More »
One of the very unique features of the teplo teapot is the world’s first “Personalized Extraction.” With Personalized Extraction, before brewing your tea, you select your desired mood using a smartphone app, and then place your finger on the teapot’s sensor to measure metrics such as your pulse. Based on these results, the teapot adjusts …
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At teplo, we deliver our official tea leaves in single-serving packs. In the previous article, we explained the reasons for offering tea leaves in single-serving packs from the perspective of numerical control. In this article, we will introduce the efforts involved in tea leaf manufacturing to ensure that each single-serving pack is delivered in a …
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At teplo, we deliver our official tea leaves in single-serving packs. In this article, we will explain the reasons why we provide our tea in these single-infusion packs When engineers from Japan and India began developing teplo, they hypothesized that “human control over numerical values for making delicious tea might not be the best approach.” …
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Previously, we introduced the concept of scented tea leaves, and we believe that scenting tea has been a significant aspect of tea’s history. A popular tea that most people have heard of, “Earl Grey,” is an example of tea scented with citrusy bergamot. Scenting tea has become so common that some people may not even …
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Have you ever heard someone say, “Tea has more caffeine than coffee”? When I heard this, I was half surprised and half skeptical. So, in this article, I will use data to unravel the theory that “tea has more caffeine than coffee.” This time, from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.The 2020 …
Does tea have more caffeine than coffee? Investigating the urban legends about caffeine. Read More »
When asked about the people who drink the most tea, many might think of the Chinese or Japanese. For the third installment of our data-driven verification series, we looked into this topic. Part 1: Does tea have more caffeine than coffee? Verifying urban legends about caffeine. Part 2: Is oolong tea the most consumed tea …
Which nationality drinks the most tea in the world: Chinese or Japanese? Read More »
Teplo was selected in the ‘Lifestyle’ category of the ‘100 Amazing Ventures 2022 Edition’ featured in the September 12, 2022, issue of Weekly Toyo Keizai. We have a vision directly linked to “delivering delicious tea” as part of daily life, and we view hardware and technology as means to achieve this. In this selection process, …
Teplo has been selected as one of the ‘100 Amazing Ventures’ by Toyo Keizai. Read More »
Have you ever tried brewing tea at the recommended temperature and time from a tea shop but found that it just doesn’t taste right? One of the key factors in determining the flavor of tea is “the amount of tea leaves,” which can be surprisingly significant. When enjoying your favorite or expensive tea, you might …
In the tea experience, cleaning up tea leaves is one of the more troublesome steps. Using tea bags or powdered ingredients instead of loose leaves would make cleanup much easier, but with teplo official tea leaves, we deliberately choose to deliver loose tea leaves. In this article, we will explain why teplo is committed to …
Tea leaves are a hassle to clean up—why does teplo still insist on using them? Read More »
At teplo, we refer to the tea leaves we sell as “teplo official tea leaves.” In this article, we will share the sentiment behind our teplo official tea leaves. When we decided to offer teplo official tea leaves, we considered it essential to ensure that these teas would provide a delightful surprise and evoke a …
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At teplo, we refer to the tea leaves we sell as “teplo Official Tea Leaves.” We introduced our thoughts behind teplo Official Tea Leaves in a previous article. This time, we will introduce the three processes involved in delivering a single type of teplo Official Tea Leaf, one by one, over three articles: In this …
We introduce the following three processes involved in creating teplo official tea leaves, one by one, over three articles: In the previous article, we discussed the process of finding candidate tea leaves for teplo official tea. In this article, we will cover the process of determining the amount of tea leaves and standard extraction conditions, …
We have introduced the process of creating Teplo Official Tea Leaves in three parts: In the previous article, we covered the process of determining the amount of tea leaves and standard extraction conditions, which are crucial for extraction. In this article, we will introduce the process of setting up the personalization extraction algorithm, which is …
‘Ocha no Ko Saisai’ is such a familiar term that it might be the first one that comes to mind when thinking of tea-related words. However, since the meanings of ‘ocha no ko’ and ‘saisai’ are not immediately clear, I decided to look into it a bit. First, I looked up “ocha no ko” in …
Teabags of black tea are really convenient when you want a quick drink. In this article, we’ll discuss how many infusions you can get from a teabag of black tea. In the anime Ojarumaru, there’s a memorable character who reuses teabags by drying them out in the room after they’ve been used once. Before working …
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Japan has many words and phrases related to tea. It makes me happy to think that tea is so deeply rooted in Japanese life. In this article, I will explain the proverb “Morning tea wards off the day’s troubles.” Morning tea is said to bring good fortune for the day, meaning that drinking tea in …
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“Summer is Approaching, the 88th Night~♪” This tea-picking song is familiar to everyone in Japan, but from when do we start counting to the 88th Night? This article will explain the 88th Night. To be precise, the “88th Night” refers to the 88th day counted from the beginning of spring. Since the beginning of spring …
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The teplo Teapot has been selected for the “JIDA Design Museum Selection Vol.23,” hosted by the Japan Industrial Designers’ Association (JIDA). As a startup company, being recognized with such a major design award alongside major manufacturers is incredibly gratifying and humbling. [Comments from the Evaluation Committee]“This product uses AI and sensors to brew tea perfectly …
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In Japanese, tea is called “茶 (cha),” and in English, it’s “tea.” While the spelling and intonation differ slightly, most countries around the world use terms that are close to one of these two names. In this article, we’ll discuss the different ways tea is referred to. Tea originated in China and spread to various …
Tea is produced all over Japan, regardless of scale. In this line of work, I often feel that tea takes me to various places across the country, as I get to visit many regions thanks to tea. In this article, I will talk a little about tea tourism. Tea tourism refers to travel motivated by …
Have you ever seen a tea flower? Tea flowers are white and quite charming. In this article, I’ll discuss when tea flowers bloom and why they are not commonly seen. Tea flowers bloom around October to November (tea plants are considered a late autumn seasonal word). They are small, modest, and charming flowers that bloom …
As a Japanese tea instructor on the teplo staff, I tried Suntory’s BAR Pomum [Peach and Black Tea]. Since I’m always on the lookout for tea-related drinks and foods, I couldn’t resist picking this up when I found it at the convenience store. As this is a peach and carbonated drink, I enjoyed it by …
I tried the canned chu-hi with black tea, BAR Pomum [Peach and Black Tea]! Read More »
Barley tea, a summer staple. It’s a familiar drink for many Japanese people. However, not many may know that there are actually different types of barley tea. In this article, we will introduce the types of barley used in barley tea and the differences in their flavors. The types of barley used in barley tea …
Everyone loves barley tea! Did you know there are different types of barley tea? Read More »
Are you familiar with butterfly pea tea? Its beautiful blue color and the fascinating way it changes color have made it quite popular recently. In this article, I will explain the characteristics of butterfly pea tea and how to brew it deliciously. Actually, butterfly pea tea is not made from the leaves of the tea …
The term “single origin” is often heard in the world of coffee. It refers to coffee made from a single variety grown on a single farm. Traditionally, coffee from various places was blended and shipped together, but with single-origin coffee, the traceability of the beans is ensured, allowing you to enjoy the unique flavor characteristics …
Are you familiar with the Japanese Tea Instructor certification? The Japanese Tea Instructor is, in a sense, a specialist qualification in Japanese tea. Contrary to what the name might suggest, it is quite challenging to obtain and is considered a rather rigorous certification. The Japanese Tea Instructor Association describes the Japanese Tea Instructor certification as …
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Recently, I’ve been drinking at home quite a bit, and friends often come over. When that happens, I like to prepare various teas to serve as chasers alongside alcohol, allowing everyone to drink as they please. Cold brew makes it easy to prepare several types of tea, and it adds a nice touch of hospitality, …
This article As we have explained, there are several types of barley tea. Since I started writing about barley tea, I’ve found it so enjoyable that I’m writing a second article on the topic. Now, are you familiar with whole grain barley tea? It’s the kind sold in bags filled with whole barley grains, rather …
When you pass by a tea shop, the delightful aroma of hojicha can be quite soothing, right? In fact, you can make hojicha at home too. In this article, we’ll show you how to make hojicha at home. How do you use up green tea that’s gone stale and lost its aroma? Why not try …
Earl Grey tea has a wonderfully aromatic scent, doesn’t it? By the way, do you know what this scent is? The aroma you associate with Earl Grey tea is actually the scent of bergamot. Bergamot is not very familiar in Japan. It originates from Italy and is quite bitter, so it is rarely eaten raw. …
What is the difference between matcha and powdered tea?This articleI explained this in the article. In this article, I will explain about tencha, the raw material for matcha. First, the kanji for “tencha” may not be very familiar. This kanji means “mill” or “to grind with a millstone.” Therefore, tencha refers to tea that is …
If you’re a fan of alcohol, you might have heard of the whiskey “Cutty Sark.” The name “Cutty Sark” comes from the ship depicted on the label, the “Cutty Sark,” and did you know that it has a deep connection with tea? In the 19th century, large sailing ships known as “clipper ships” were prominent. …
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Do you know the difference between matcha and powdered tea? Many people might find it hard to distinguish between them when asked. This article explains the differences between matcha and powdered tea. The difference between matcha and powdered tea lies in the type of tea leaves used. Matcha is made from a type of tea …
This article explains about green tea blending, or “gouzu.” A common question from users is, “Is green tea blended?” Simply answering “Yes, it is blended” might not convey the significance of blending, so I also aim to explain the intent and importance of blending. In the Japanese tea industry, the blending of green tea is …
The Tea Clipper Series, which began with the whiskey Cutty Sark, explores how the clipper ships, born in America, shocked Britain and eventually evolved into the competitive Tea Race. This article will outline this progression. Previous articles in the Tea Clipper Series are as follows: The clipper ship “Clipper,” born from the foolishness of two …
This article As introduced in this article, the whiskey Cutty Sark is named after the Cutty Sark, a large sailing ship that was used to transport tea. The Cutty Sark was a tea clipper, a type of large sailing ship designed for carrying tea. In this article, we will share the story of how tea …
Are you familiar with the saying ‘Do not drink tea that’s been left overnight’? This article explains the meaning of the saying ‘Do not drink tea that’s been left overnight. The term “yoshiboshi” means “overnight,” and in this context, it refers to tea leaves. So, “Do not drink tea that’s been left overnight” means you …
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In this article, I will discuss the pronunciation of tea leaves. Many people might read it as (chaba). However, did you know that there is also the pronunciation “ちゃよう” (chayou)? (If you know this, you are probably involved in the tea industry.) As for me, I didn’t know the reading (chayou) until I started studying …
More and more people are carrying their own bottles lately, thinking it’s eco-friendly and cost-effective. But have you ever found that the tea you put in a thermos and took to work ends up looking different in color, with a strange smell and taste when you drink it? In this article, we will explain the …
You might have heard of the tea variety “Yabukita.” As introduced in this article, Yabukita is the top tea variety in Japan, with 67.6% of the tea produced in Japan being Yabukita. This excellent variety was created by a person named Hikosaburo Sugiyama in 1908 and was registered as a variety by the Ministry of …
What kind of tea is Yabukita? Introducing the history of Yabukita and its creator. Read More »
At teplo, as shared in the series “The Making of teplo Official Tea Leaves,” we conduct tea inspections in several stages: finding new teas, determining tea leaf quantities and standard extraction times, and setting up algorithms for personalized extraction. We also perform quality checks on packaged tea. This article discusses how teplo conducts its tea …
