Sencha: a light and grassy green tea that enhances the savory flavors of the rice bowl. Genmaicha: a blend of green tea and roasted rice that complements the rice dish's earthy base. Hojicha ...

Genmaicha, Japan Genmaicha, often called "popcorn tea," was born in Japan centuries ago as a way to stretch tea supplies by mixing green tea with roasted rice. Now a widely loved beverage ...