In today’s Matcha Monday, I’m celebrating the spring equinox with two super cozy, easy spring recipes: a sakura matcha latte and hanami dango. I walk you through everything step-by-step, because I really wanted this to feel approachable—even if you’ve never made layered matcha drinks or worked with mochiko dough before. Both recipes have that dreamy sakura + matcha combo, so it’s floral, a little sweet, and still very matcha-forward. For the sakura matcha latte, I share my little tricks for getting clean, distinct layers (it’s all about being patient with your pour and building the drink in the right order). I also talk through how I measure my matcha, what kind of milk I like for a creamy texture, and how I use sakura powder to give the latte that springtime flavor. Then we make hanami dango together: I show you how to handle the dough, how I cut mochi into cute shapes, and my best tips for storing and reheating dango so it stays soft and chewy. It’s a very “make it with me” kind of video—cozy, whimsical, and perfect for spring.