In the past , only the elite can enjoy a cup of ocha . In the land of sakura , or Japanese tea sipping ocha is not just to eliminate hunger .
Ocha is a drink with a strong cultural influence . About 800 years ago , Japanese tea seeds were brought Zen Buddhist priest named Eisai to Japan .
When it is , the extent ocha used for treatment , not as a daily beverage .
Tea expert Rachael Somantri said , ocha is a beverage that has a huge influence in Japanese culture . " Ocha was drunk in any occasion , day and night , " he said .
Ocha drinking culture formed in the 15th century . At that time , ocha also can not be enjoyed for all parties . Drinker limited Japanese elite , like the samurai , the royal family , and merchants . In fact , there is a set of cups for drinking ocha should only be used by the samurai and the royal family .
Ocha upheld must be presented correctly . " This is the forerunner of the tea ceremony , " said Rachael.
Ocha is a drink with a strong cultural influence . About 800 years ago , Japanese tea seeds were brought Zen Buddhist priest named Eisai to Japan .
When it is , the extent ocha used for treatment , not as a daily beverage .
Tea expert Rachael Somantri said , ocha is a beverage that has a huge influence in Japanese culture . " Ocha was drunk in any occasion , day and night , " he said .
Ocha drinking culture formed in the 15th century . At that time , ocha also can not be enjoyed for all parties . Drinker limited Japanese elite , like the samurai , the royal family , and merchants . In fact , there is a set of cups for drinking ocha should only be used by the samurai and the royal family .
Ocha upheld must be presented correctly . " This is the forerunner of the tea ceremony , " said Rachael.
