We visited our favourite sushi place last week to enjoy some amazingly fresh california rolls, squid, salmon and absolutely delicious tea.  I noticed their cabinet full of really neat pots, cups and other really neat japanese food paraphernalia - I had to buy something. After our meal I asked if they sold their tea to customers, she seemed somewhat confused but soon returned with a 1KG bag of tea – she said $25, so I bought it.

I know, it isn’t straight from Japan – but this stuff is incredible (sorry for the sideways picture, I got lazy).  Anyway, just thought I would share this with you.

Oh by the by, heres the set I bought a few weeks back for only $12 at Urban Barn :