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Japan and China Rivalry in Global Matcha Market
Published Sunday, August 16, 2026 · Updated August 16
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What We Know — Key Points
Key points are extracted by an AI model and may contain errors or omissions. Always check the original sources.- According to the China Tea Marketing Association, China accounted for about 70 percent of global matcha supply last year, producing more than 12,000 tonnes.
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- Channel News Asia
The article emphasizes the contrasting approaches of Japan's traditional, quality-focused matcha production and China's large-scale, cost-effective output, highlighting how global demand is reshaping the industry and creating a rivalry between the two nations.
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