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Editorial Policy

Last updated: December 2025

Our Commitment to Transparency

At Matcha Maps, we believe in being upfront about how we create content. We use a combination of artificial intelligence tools and human editorial oversight to provide you with accurate, helpful information about matcha cafes across our featured cities.

How We Use AI

We leverage AI technology to help with several aspects of content creation:

  • Research assistance: Gathering information from multiple sources about matcha cafes, including menus, hours, and locations
  • Content drafting: Creating initial drafts of shop descriptions, articles, and guides
  • Data processing: Organizing and structuring information consistently across our directory

Our Human Review Process

While AI helps us scale our content creation, every piece of content goes through human review before publication. Our editorial team:

  • Verifies accuracy: Fact-checks information against original sources like cafe websites, Google Maps, and review platforms
  • Adds local context: Incorporates neighborhood knowledge and matcha expertise that AI cannot provide
  • Ensures quality: Reviews content for accuracy, tone, and helpfulness before it goes live
  • Updates regularly: Monitors for changes in cafe hours, locations, and offerings

Our Content Standards

We hold ourselves to high standards for all content:

Accuracy

We verify information from multiple sources and update content when things change. If you spot an error, please let us know at hello@getmatchamaps.com.

Specificity

We focus on concrete details rather than vague descriptions. You'll find specific menu items, brands, and prices rather than generic "great matcha" claims.

Objectivity

We describe what cafes offer rather than making subjective claims about being "the best" or "must-visit." We let the facts speak for themselves.

Attribution

All content on Matcha Maps is published under the byline "Matcha Maps Staff" to reflect our collaborative approach to content creation. This organizational attribution acknowledges that our content is the product of both AI assistance and human editorial work.

Why We're Transparent

We believe transparency builds trust. By being upfront about our use of AI:

  • You know how our content is created
  • You can evaluate our information with full context
  • We hold ourselves accountable to our stated standards
  • We contribute to responsible AI practices in publishing

Questions or Feedback

We welcome questions about our editorial process or feedback on our content. Contact us at: hello@getmatchamaps.com

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