Ohbuchi Sasaba, a popular scenic spot in Shizuoka Prefecture known for its breathtaking view of Mount Fuji and tea fields, in May 2022 | JIJI

Japan's green tea exports are surging, driven by a strong matcha boom around the world.

According to customs-cleared trade statistics released by the Finance Ministry on Tuesday, exports of green tea in fiscal 2025, which ended in March, reached 13,125 tons, up 42% from the previous year.

By value, exports rose more than twofold to ¥84.7 billion due to soaring prices amid growing global demand.

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