Japan. Lesson 3

Matcha capital of Japan
If you’re into matcha, Uji is next level! This little town near Kyoto is straight-up loaded with matcha everything—ice cream, noodles, lattes, even matcha soba. Holy moly, the flavor is so rich it’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance!

Uji’s matcha isn’t just good, it’s elite—we’re talking the real deal, grown right in the hills nearby. You can chill by the Uji River, sip some matcha, and feel like a tea master.
The temples? Beautiful. The snacks? Fire. Matcha fans, this place is a dream. One bite and you'll never look at green tea the same again.
Vocabulary (slang)
elite -  "elite" generally refers to something that is the best, highest quality, or most prestigious, often beyond the reach of others.
элитный, шикарный, топ
loaded - being wealthy and being intoxicated. It can also refer to having a large amount of something, or being equipped with many features.
заряженный, при деньгах
holy moly - used as an exclamation to express surprise or astonishment
Ничего ж себе
next level - a higher or improved version of something, often implying a significant leap in quality or skill.
очень крутой, следущий уровень
to chill - to relax or stay calm
чилить, расслабиться
real deal - an informal term that refers to something or someone that is authentic, genuine, and not a copy or imitation
реальный, настоящий
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Matcha's capital of Japan


Answer some of these questions:
  1. What is your favorite drink? Why?
  2. What about dessert? Why?
  3. What did you like from the video the most? Why?
  4. Make a similar travel guide for your town.
Vocabulary
shrine - a place regarded as holy
храм, святыня
to sip - drink (something) by taking small mouthfuls.
потягивать, прихлебывать, пить маленькими глотками
vending machine - a machine that dispenses small articles such as food, drinks, or cigarettes when a coin or token is inserted.
торговый автомат
tranquil - free from disturbance; calm.
спокойный
scenery - the natural features of a landscape considered in terms of their appearance, especially when picturesque.
пейзаж
to supply - make (something needed or wanted) available to someone; provide.
поставлять
imperial - relating to an empire.
императорский
to walk it off - take a walk in order to undo the effects of a heavy meal.
прогуляйтесь, чтобы нейтрализовать последствия обильного приема пищи.
to wander - walk or move in a leisurely or aimless way.
бродить
jaw-dropping - amazing. (informal)
потрясающий
to soak - make or allow (something) to become thoroughly wet by immersing it in liquid.
намочить, погружать
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Uji is ____ when it comes to matcha—it’s on a whole new scale.
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The town is ____ with matcha treats like ice cream, lattes, and noodles.
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____! The flavor of Uji’s matcha is so rich, it’s unreal.
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This isn’t basic green tea—it’s ____ quality, grown in the local hills.
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I would like to just sit down and ... I am tired.
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I like how honest he is, he is a ...!
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