Matcha is a finely ground green tea powder that originated in Japan. It has gained widespread popularity in recent years due to its numerous health benefits and versatile uses in a variety of food and drink recipes. Some popular synonyms for matcha include "powdered green tea," "maccha," "jade dew," and "ceremonial grade matcha." Other related terms often associated with matcha include "sencha," "gyokuro," and "hojicha," which are all different types of green tea. Additionally, some people use the term "matcha" to describe any green tea that has been ground into a powder, while others reserve the term specifically for Japanese-grown green tea.