Takeshi M.

I help cafés and matcha brands select Japanese matcha, develop drinks, train staff and establish practical preparation standards. I also support businesses with sourcing from Japan and developing sales opportunities in Europe. Based in Prague and originally from Nishio, Aichi, I run Sennochakai, a Japanese matcha wholesale and consulting business. My background includes working on a tea farm during my school years, years of tea ceremony practice, and providing matcha training and workshops for cafés and businesses in Prague. This experience connects knowledge of Japanese tea with the everyday needs of a European café, from flavour and presentation to ingredient costs and consistent preparation. MATCHA & CAFÉ CONSULTING • Matcha selection for traditional drinks, lattes and flavoured beverages • Core menu development, signature drinks and seasonal recipes • Detailed recipe cards with quantities, temperatures and preparation methods • Ingredient costing and cost of goods sold (COGS) • Equipment and utensil recommendations • Matcha bar workflow and standard operating procedures (SOPs) • Staff training and practical preparation videos for internal use For projects requiring broader operational input, I collaborate with specialists in restaurant workflow, store design and traditional Japanese tea. JAPAN SOURCING & SUPPLIER SUPPORT • Research and comparison of Japanese suppliers • Sample evaluation based on intended use, quality and budget • Communication in Japanese about pricing, minimum orders, packaging and lead times • Support with supplier discussions and direct purchasing arrangements • Export and logistics coordination EUROPEAN SALES & MARKET ENTRY • Market and competitor research • Prospect research and outreach to cafés, retailers and distributors • B2B sales support, meeting coordination and follow-up • Sales materials, proposals and communication in English and Japanese • Support with assessing buyer interest and gathering market feedback Whether you are opening a matcha café, improving an existing menu, looking for Japanese suppliers or exploring European sales opportunities, I can help you identify the next steps and carry out the work. Tell me about your business, target market and the support you need.