Designed in
Duration
Team member
Instructor
Skillset
Designed in
Duration
Team member
Instructor
Skillset
2025
14 weeks
EJ Ko
Joseph Choi
Keyshot, Solidworks, Rhino, Lightroom, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Design research, Sketching
2025
14 weeks
EJ Ko
Joseph Choi
Keyshot, Solidworks, Rhino, Lightroom, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Design research, Sketching
MATCHA
MATCHA
matcha is quickly becoming a global favorite as more people look for a cleaner, healthier source of energy.
with rich antioxidants and smooth caffeine, it’s winning over those who once reached for coffee.
matcha is quickly becoming a global favorite as more people look for a cleaner, healthier source of energy. with rich antioxidants and smooth caffeine, it’s winning over those who once reached for coffee.
growing demand
for matcha products
growing demand
for matcha products
growing demand
for matcha products
The matcha market has grown to 4.24 billion USD worldwide, a remarkable 165% rise since 2018. In the U.S., growing demand has sparked a wave of matcha-focused cafés and specialty shops.
The matcha market has grown to 4.24 billion USD worldwide, a remarkable 165% rise since 2018. In the U.S., growing demand has sparked a wave of matcha-focused cafés and specialty shops.
The matcha market has grown to 4.24 billion USD worldwide, a remarkable 165% rise since 2018. In the U.S., growing demand has sparked a wave of matcha-focused cafés and specialty shops.
losing authenticity
in convenience
losing authenticity
in convenience
the cost of
convenience
the cost of
convenience
Shortcuts like blenders or frothers can’t fully break down matcha. They can leave clumps that affect the texture and taste, leading to a noticeably lower-quality drink.
Shortcuts like blenders or frothers can’t fully break down matcha. They can leave clumps that affect the texture and taste, leading to a noticeably lower-quality drink.
what if…
what if…
What if traditional matcha could stay authentic while becoming approachable and convenient?
What if traditional matcha could stay authentic while becoming approachable and convenient?
the process…
the process…
the process…
how?
how?
how?
labor-intensive
hand-whisking
labor-intensive
hand-whisking
labor-intensive
hand-whisking
labor-intensive
hand-whisking
fully-automated,
replicated whisking motion
with a simple gear
fully-automated,
replicated whisking motion
with a simple gear
fully-automated,
replicated whisking motion
with a simple gear
fully-automated,
replicated whisking motion
with a simple gear
built-in bamboo whisk
with easy installation
built-in bamboo whisk
with easy installation
built-in bamboo whisk
with easy installation
saku uses a custom bamboo whisk designed for quick, simple replacement / installation.
saku uses a custom bamboo whisk designed for quick, simple replacement / installation.
gentle flow,
preserved texture
gentle flow,
preserved texture
saku features a double-step spout that keeps the matcha's microfoam intact while pouring.
saku features a double-step spout that keeps the matcha's microfoam intact while pouring.
gentle press, perfect whisking
gentle press, perfect whisking
A gentle and simple press on the whisk module starts the whisking.
A gentle and simple press on the whisk module starts the whisking.
magnetic attachment
for stable placement
magnetic attachment
for stable placement
the magnetic base locks the cup into the perfect position, ensuring stability and precise alignment during whisking.
the magnetic base locks the cup into the perfect position, ensuring stability and precise alignment during whisking.
freshly ground
matcha powder
freshly ground
matcha powder
saku uses stone-mill technology to preserve matcha's nutrients and aroma, grinding fresh for every cup to maximize flavor.
saku uses stone-mill technology to preserve matcha's nutrients and aroma, grinding fresh for every cup to maximize flavor.
a drink that becomes ritual
a drink that becomes ritual
