Matcha Moments
Recipes for Modern Wellness and Reflections on Zen and the Samurai Spirit
Matcha Moments explores matcha not only as a drink,
but as a quiet practice for calm focus, presence, and modern wellness.
Why this book exists
Many wellness books focus on doing more.
Matcha Moments begins by slowing down —
using simple, repeated rituals to quiet the mind
and gently steady attention.
Rather than chasing productivity or discipline,
this book returns to the body,
to rhythm, and to presence.
What’s inside
Inside the book, you’ll find:
– Modern matcha recipes designed for everyday life
– Gentle approaches to energy, focus, and balance
– Reflections on Zen and the Samurai mindset
– Simple rituals that support calm awareness without force
For essays and reflections that expand on these ideas,
visit the Matcha Moments Journal.
Availability
Matcha Moments is currently in production for worldwide release.
The eBook edition will be available soon on Amazon Kindle and Apple Books,
bringing this visual, design-focused book to readers around the world.
The print edition is scheduled for release in March 2026.
About the Author
Rie is a wellness author, matcha culinary specialist, and certified Japanese tea advisor based in Japan.
Through her work, she explores how traditional Japanese practices—such as preparing matcha—can support modern well-being in a simple, accessible way.
Upcoming Works
My second book, Matcha Minds — Zen Presence and the Samurai Mind, is currently in progress.
While Matcha Moments focuses on everyday wellness through matcha and simple rituals, this upcoming book explores a deeper question:
What actually changes the mind?
Through Zen, neuroscience, and embodied practice, Matcha Minds examines how presence is cultivated not through belief or effort, but through the body itself.
You can read more about this work-in-progress here.