Honestly, it feels like Japan and Korea have completely taken over our social media feeds lately. Be it travel vlogs to Tokyo or Korean beauty trends that somehow make you believe you too can have glass skin if you follow a 12-step skincare regimen—they are everywhere!
The more we scroll, the more we’re convinced that these countries have cracked the code to living aesthetically, eating well, and somehow looking great too!
If you love to scroll through food reels, it’s impossible not to stumble into the world of Japanese health drinks. The Japanese are quite adept at making self-care feel indulgent. Let’s take a look at seven health drinks that are popular in Japan and see what they have to offer.
7 Japanese Health Drinks That Are Great For Your Body
1. Mugicha
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If summer in Japan had a signature drink, it would definitely be mugicha. It is a roasted barley tea which is served chilled. Families in Japan keep big jugs of it in the fridge, ready for anyone coming in from the sweltering heat.
It’s caffeine-free and is packed with antioxidants. It is also extremely beneficial for aiding digestion.
2. Amazake
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Amazake is made from fermented rice. It’s a traditional, sweet, and creamy drink that is often sipped as a health tonic in Japan. Its natural sweetness comes from the fermentation process, which is why it doesn’t have a weird aftertaste like most health drinks.
It’s rich in vitamins like B1, B2 and dietary fibre. It’s comforting, filling and great for the gut and skin.
3. Soba – Cha
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Soba-cha is also known as buckwheat tea, and as you may have guessed till now, it tastes nutty. It’s gluten-free, caffeine-free and has loads of health benefits.
It manages blood pressure and improves circulation, which guarantees good cardiovascular health. It’s also loaded with antioxidants.
4. Kurozu
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Kurozu has a bit of an acquired taste, but once you taste it, you’ll be hooked. It’s basically fermented black vinegar made from brown rice.
It’s usually diluted in water before drinking. It can boost metabolism, balance blood sugar and aid weight loss as well.
5. Shisho Juice
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Shiso juice is made from red perilla leaves, giving it a gorgeous pinkish-red hue that looks almost too pretty to drink. The flavour is refreshing yet slightly peppery, with an aromatic kick that feels like it’s clearing your head.
Shiso is said to have anti-inflammatory and allergy-fighting properties, making it a great summer pick-me-up.
6. Yuzu Tea
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Yuzu tea is sunshine in a jar — quite literally. It’s made from yuzu citrus peel preserved in honey or sugar, then stirred into hot water to create a sweet-tart, fragrant drink that wakes up your senses.
The citrus notes make the drink invigorating, and it’s loaded with vitamin C, making it the perfect soothing sip.
7. Aojiro
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Aojiru is traditionally made from kale or young barley grass. It’s a deep green, grassy-tasting juice that’s all about health benefits. (It’s made from kale, don’t expect any taste from it, please!)
It’s packed with chlorophyll, vitamins, and minerals. It tastes vegetal — like the essence of a garden condensed into a cup. But in Japan, it’s embraced for its ability to support digestion, detoxification, and general vitality.
So, when you’re done with matcha, explore these Japanese drinks too.
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