Shizuoka Matcha Therapy successfully completed a series of tea sampling events across Silicon Valley and San Francisco in February 2026.
Through multiple events, more than 300 participants experienced premium Japanese tea from Shizuoka and had the opportunity to try AI-powered Tea Counseling, an innovative service that recommends teas based on individual physical and emotional conditions.
The sampling events were held at startup ecosystems, hotels, and community venues, introducing authentic Japanese tea culture to entrepreneurs, investors, and local communities in the Bay Area.
The events featured organic Shizuoka matcha, premium Kawane tea, and a curated selection of organic Japanese teas, offering participants an opportunity to experience both traditional tea culture and the future of personalized wellness through tea.
Event Locations and Schedule
Plug and Play Tech Center (Sunnyvale)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/9jkfyU3qdioQSDmi8
February 24, 2026 | 8:30–9:30 AM
Organic Shizuoka Matcha, Premium Kawane Tea (+ five varieties of organic Japanese tea)
citizenM San Francisco Union Square (San Francisco)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/2AHAna5gxyLES47u8
February 21, 2026 | 8:30–9:30 AM
Organic Genmaicha and Organic Kukicha
February 27, 2026 | 9:00–9:30 AM
Organic Shizuoka Matcha (+ five varieties of organic Japanese tea)
Showcase – 111 Minna Gallery and Event Space (San Francisco)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/AYuBushR3EpMWi4v7
February 26, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Premium Kawane Tea
Farewell Party – Hej!Workshop with Industrious (San Francisco)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/iU2bmMexA2CKsz8f6
February 27, 2026 | 5:00–6:00 PM
Light-steamed Kawane Tea (tea bags)
SUSHINISTA (Berkeley)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/q2pbCAPYCPW47qJs9
Originally scheduled for February 23, 2026, but canceled due to scheduling circumstances.
