A recent survey by the Ministry of Fisheries in Japan has revealed a notable increase in the consumption of leaf tea among the younger generation (18-29 years old), with 26% reporting a frequency increase due to the pandemic and longer home stays. The primary reasons for this shift are more home time for eating and relaxing, alongside a piqued interest in health. The survey, which included 1000 respondents, indicated that most respondents enjoyed leaf tea more and tended to purchase it from various outlets like tea specialty stores, drug stores, and increasingly, online. This change in consumption preference has led to a decline in demand for bottled green tea beverages and other beverages, sparking concerns about market stagnation and the need for the tea industry to engage more young people to revitalize the sector.