STUDIO DAPUR

The Bamboo Tray

A collaboration with the Indonesia-based lifestyle brand

We partnered up with 2-times World Tea Champion Tea Master “Chashi” Sasaki and his tea company CHAKUMI. His mission is to inherit the wonderful Japanese tea culture to future generations. The tea leaves, harvested from his fields in Kanagawa Prefecture, is processed in his facilities that has been designed from scratch in order to optimize every aspect of tea production. His knowledge and production methods ensure the highest quality and flavor in every cup.

'“Chashi” Tea Masters have been around since the Muromachi Period (early 1300s). There are several dans they can achieve, and only a dozen of the highest rank exist in Japan. The job of the Chashi is to oversea the production of tea, from raw tea leafs to the end product. It includes selecting the right leafs, finding the right processing and mixing of different leafs to achieve the best outcome for the intended product. Chashi Sasaki even has is own tea fields which hi cultivates in a natural and organic mindset in order to produce the finest of teas.

Due to its health benefits, tea has been known and used as medicine throughout history. It still plays an important role next to modern medicine. Incorporating green tea into your daily routine can provide a wealth of long-term health benefits, promoting vitality and well-being for years to come.

Rich in antioxidants, it possesses the power to combat free radicals in the body, reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Regular consumption of green tea has been linked to improved brain function, aiding in cognitive health and reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.

Moreover, green tea is known for its potential to aid in weight management by boosting metabolism and enhancing fat oxidation. It can also help regulate blood sugar levels, reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. The natural compounds in green tea, such as catechins and polyphenols, have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, supporting overall immune health and promoting oral hygiene.

Due to the physically vitalizing effect of caffeine and the mentally relaxing effect of Theanine, the consumption of green tea is incorporated by many top level athletes ahead of competitions.