Minna no Matsuri is Trier’s volunteer-run Japanese summer festival at Nikolaus-Koch-Platz. Biyori served matcha lattes plus usucha and koicha, guiding visitors through the taste and texture of each style.

At Minna no Matsuri, Biyori hosted a tea booth:

• We prepared matcha lattes for a gentle, café-style introduction.
• We served traditional usucha (thin tea) and koicha (thick tea), explaining the differences in body, foam, and flavor so guests could explore what suits them.
• Throughout the day we offered quick tastings and answered questions about Japanese tea, utensils, and everyday tea rituals.

Highlights: Many visitors tried matcha for the first time with a latte, then compared it to usucha and koicha to experience how texture and preparation change sweetness, umami, and intensity.