When choosing matcha, one key concern is radiation ⚠️, especially in regions affected by environmental factors. 🍃 It’s important to choose matcha that’s tested for contaminants like radiation and heavy metals, which can occur regardless of the matcha's quality.

Brands like Pique Matcha (www.piquetea.com) (no affiliation) ✅ are third-party tested for heavy metals and contaminants, offering peace of mind. I stick with Navitas (www.navitasorganics.com) (no affiliation) 🌱, which integrates routine third-party testing, though I’m unsure about batch control.

I came across this blog post by Derek Ralston (https://www.derekralston.com/), Matcha Reviews FAQ (www.matchareviews.com/faq-should-i-be-worried-about-radiation-in-my-matcha/) 📝. The author shares their experiences with different matchas from travels in Japan, discusses radiation and heavy metal contamination, and even mentions where to get matcha depending on the region in Japan. Definitely worth a read!