島根県·郷土料理
Botebote-cha
Whisking Bancha tea with a long tea whisk creates a 'botebote' sound—this very sound is the origin of the name of this tea. Small amounts of okowa, boiled beans, chopped Koya-dofu (freeze-dried tofu), and pickles are placed atop the fine foam, and the entire bowl is eaten at once. This is a snack handed down among commoners in the Izuzu region, including Matsue. The traditional method involves adding dried tea flowers to brewed Bancha and whisking it in a cylindrical tea bowl. There are various theories regarding its origin: some say it was a labor food consumed by Tatara ironworking craftsmen during breaks, while others suggest it served as an emergency food during the era of Lord Fumai. It is a mysterious cup that is both tea and a light snack. Please try it when you wish to experience the tea culture of Matsue.
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