In a tranquil village surrounded by lush tea fields in Japan, there lived a skilled tea maker named Taka. His life was dedicated to crafting exquisite teas and he was always on the search for the finest leaves.
One misty morning, Taka wandered beyond the familiar rows of his tea field, drawn towards an area he seldom visited. There, hidden among the shades of green, he stumbled upon an ancient bonsai tree.
Unlike the tea plants he tended daily, this bonsai stood alone, its leaves a deep, vibrant green that seemed to dance in the light breeze. Taka knew that bonsai trees symbolized harmony, balance, and patience - and he carefully harvested a few leaves.
Back at his workshop, he crafted a new tea with precision and care, grinding the bonsai leaves into a fine powder. The result was a tea unlike any other, which he named "Bonsai Cha."
The next day, Taka invited his village to taste his discovery. As his neighbors sipped the bright green tea, a hush fell over the crowd. Smiles spread across their faces, and eyes closed in relaxation. The tea, they said, made them feel peaceful and present, much like the act of tending to a bonsai.
As whispers of Taka's legendary Bonsai Cha reached the ears of Avery and Donna, they embarked on a journey to the Land of the Rising Sun.
In a quaint, tucked-away market with local delicacies, the enticing scent of fresh tea leaves filled the air. Following the aroma, they stumbled upon a small, stall and a gentle voice greeted them from behind the counter. It was Taka, the creator behind the fabled tea, blending in perfectly with his humble surroundings.
Avery and Donna were amazed that they had found Bonsai Cha and asked Taka about the special tea. With a nod of understanding, Taka invited them to visit his tea house.
As they followed him through the winding streets of Kyoto, the distant hum of the city gave way to the soothing silence of a hidden garden. Here, nestled among the cherry blossoms, was Taka’s tea house.
Taka welcomed Avery and Donna with warm hospitality and prepared a cup of Bonsai Cha. Upon tasting the tea, Avery and Donna were captivated by its unique flavor and the immediate sense of calm it brought. Inspired, they proposed a partnership with Taka, aiming to share the wellness benefits of Bonsai Cha with the world.
Taka agreed, excited about the opportunity to bring the spirit of Bonsai Cha to the rest of the world. Together, they planned to blend the traditions of the past with the innovations of the present, ensuring that each cup of Bonsai Cha carried the essence of mindfulness to all who tasted it.
Today, Bonsai Cha is known as a symbol of wellness and mindfulness, appreciated not just for its rich flavor but also for the tranquil experience it offers. As a part of modern life, sipping Bonsai Cha offers a pause, encouraging people to slow down and enjoy each matcha moment.
Meet the Founders
Bonsai Cha was founded by a mother/daughter team, Donna and Avery with a mission to simplify wellness by making the benefits of matcha accessible to everyone.
Today, Avery resides in Tokyo, Japan and actively works to source some of the best matcha the country has to offer to ensure that each of your matcha moments is nothing short of exceptional.