Kabusecha
Kabusecha
NEW HARVEST NOW AVAILABLE! 💚🍵 Awarded 2 stars at the 2023 Great Taste Awards in London 🌟🌟
This highly aromatic and full-bodied Kabusecha green tea from the first harvest of 2026 comes from Mr. Iwakura in Shimada (Shizuoka). The new harvest is particularly notable for its enhanced sweetness and perfect balance. Thanks to its extended shading with nets and its exceptionally natural cultivation methods, it is highly aromatic, unique, and full-bodied in flavor. Natural fertilization with tea grass (Chagusaba) is a traditional method from Shizuoka Prefecture and ensures a broad, complex aroma. Despite its intensely aromatic flavor, this premium green tea has no astringency and is not bitter at all. Like all of our green teas, it is, of course, completely pesticide-free.
Variety: Kabusecha (Aracha, loose-leaf green tea, semi-shaded, unsorted)
Characteristics: intensely aromatic, sweet, deep umami
Producer: Iwakura San
Cultivation: Chagusaba, no pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Processing: medium-steamed (Chuumushi), unsorted
Origin: Shimada (Shizuoka), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026
Cultivar: Yabukita
Content: 100g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
100% family affair
Iwakura San cultivates his tea garden in the mountains of Shimada together with his son and grandson.
Genuine direct sourcing from Japan
We have direct contact with the producer of Kabusecha green tea: we regularly visit Iwakura San & his family in Japan for a trusting & respectful relationship that goes beyond a mere business relationship.
Own small tea store
Iwakura-san's daughter-in-law runs the in-house tea store. People from the neighborhood can buy the wonderful tea and home-grown vegetables there.
Only with SHO CHA
Outside of Japan, you can only get the unique tea from Iwakura San from us. We exclusively receive the entire Kabusecha harvest.
Looking for more green tea varieties?
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This loose Kabusecha green tea has an intensely aromatic & sweet taste with a strong umami. It smells very aromatic after infusion and has a deep green, naturally cloudy color. Compared to our Senchas, it is fuller-bodied, more intense and also sweeter in taste.
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This Kabusecha comes from the small town of Shimada in Shizuoka Prefecture in central Japan. Mr. Iwakura's tea farm has been in existence for 80 years & has been managed without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers for 27 years. Iwakura-san mainly produces tea that is not sorted later (aracha). All its considerations & efforts in cultivation and harvesting are aimed at processing the whole tea leaf. Iwakura-san runs the 1.5 hectare farm together with his son.
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Kabusecha is grown using the traditional Chagusaba method. Fields of grass are planted around the tea fields. This grass, mainly dwarf bamboo & silver grass, is then used as fertilizer for the tea plants. Chemical fertilizer is therefore not necessary at all. In this article on the official Chagusaba website you can learn more about this traditional fertilization method from Shizuoka. Of course, we also had the absence of pesticides checked again externally - you can see the pesticide report in the picture gallery above. So you can be sure that our tea is 100% free from harmful substances.
Mr. Iwakura uses tea bushes of the Yabukita cultivar for his sweet Kabusecha. Don't know what to do with it? We explain it in our FAQ .
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2-3 teaspoons per teapot / 70-75 degrees / 60 seconds
The loose tea is infused in a pot with a strainer. Alternatively, you can use fillable disposable tea bags. It is a very sweet, strong-aromatic and soft green tea and tastes both beginners and green tea connoisseurs. Our tutorial video below shows you how to make it easily.
More infusions
It can, of course, like any good Sencha, be infused several times. Unlike the Sencha N°1 or N°2, the Kabusecha becomes even more flavorful during the second & third infusion. A brewing time of 10-20 seconds is quite sufficient. Due to its fine leaf, up to 5 infusions are possible. So you have not only longer something from the tea but it also dissolves more and more healthy substances from the tea. Here, of course, you can also try different temperatures and infusion times to find out what you like best.
Cold infusion
Like our Senchas, Kabusecha is particularly suitable for cold brewing: simply pour cold water over the same amount of Kabusecha and leave to infuse for 5-10 minutes. The delicious refreshment is ready. Our tutorial video below shows you this simple and super refreshing preparation method.
Storage
The Kabusecha comes in a sealed and resealable flavor bag. The removal is thus super easy and the tea stays fresh for a long time.
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Our most popular green tea. This fruity, aromatic green tea from the first harvest of 2026 comes from Mr. Takayuki of Kobayashi (Miyazaki) on the southern island of Kyushu, Japan. It is an aromatic, slightly sweet, and mild green tea that tastes delicious and fragrant when brewed both hot and cold. Its aroma and flavor are reminiscent of fruits such as mango or passion fruit. Like all of our green teas, it is completely pesticide-free.
Variety: Sencha (loose-leaf green tea, unshaded)
Characteristics: aromatic, sweet & fruity, top quality
Producer: Mr. Takayuki
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Kobayashi (Miyazaki), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026
Cultivar: Yabukita
Content: 100g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
A set of 4 different Sencha green teas sourced directly from individual tea farmers in Japan: from Sencha to Kabusecha to Gyokuro, you can sample a wide range of our selection. Each package (30 g) is resealable and easily yields 4–5 teapots’ worth. And, of course, as always: 1 tea : 1 tea farmer, plus certified pesticide-free. This way, you can discover which green tea best suits your taste.
Varieties: 1x Sencha No. 1, 1x Kabusecha, 1x Hana Sencha, 1x Gyokuro No. 2
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Shizuoka , Miyazaki, and Kagoshima, Japan
Harvest: 2026
Contents: 120 g (4 × 30 g)
Delivery: approx. 2–3 business days (Germany, other countries)
🌟NEW🌸Hana (花) means “flower” or “blossom” in Japanese, and the name says it all: this green tea has a natural aroma of cherry blossoms thanks to the special Shizu cultivar (tea plant variety). A floral, aromatic premium green tea with a slightly sweet, fruity aftertaste and notes of light-colored grapes. The tea is as natural as possible to preserve its fresh flavor with floral notes: coarsely sorted, it contains some tea blossoms and stems, and the tea leaves have an almost wild appearance. It is produced by Susumu San from the small town of Kawane in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Variety: Sencha (loose-leaf green tea, unshaded)
Characteristics: floral, aromatic and mild, slightly fresh, good umami, delicate fruity notes in the aftertaste
Producer: Susumu San
Cultivation: no pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Kawane (Shizuoka), Japan
Harvest: 1st harvest 2026
Cultivar: Shizu
Content: 100g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
🌟NEW💚This Fukamushi Gyokuro is the premium green tea from Masayuki-san in Asahina, Shizuoka 🇯🇵 Traditionally shaded for 30 days using straw mats (komoto coverage cultivation). Asahina in Shizuoka is considered one of the three best regions for Gyokuro in Japan. Typical of high-quality green tea from this region, it is deeply steamed to produce an intense aroma, strong umami, and a full-bodied flavor. Particularly well-suited for multiple infusions.
Variety: Gyokuro (loose-leaf green tea, traditionally fully shaded for 30 days, 1–2 months of Kuradashi aging)
Characteristics: smooth, richly aromatic, high umami, slightly sweet/spicy, finely balanced
Producer: Masayuki San
Cultivation: JP (Japan)—Certified Organic, no pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Asahina , Shizuoka, Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026
Cultivar: Yabukita
Shading: traditional method using straw mats, 30 days
Steaming: Fukamushi (long)
Content: 100g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
🌟NEW💚This premium green tea is produced by Akane San in Kagoshima, off the volcanic island of Sakurajima 🇯🇵 The tea leaves and the infusion have a fruity passion fruit aroma. Thanks to the Okumidori cultivar, this Gyokuro has a very sweet and pleasantly smooth flavor with notes of pastries, almonds, and dried fruit. Compared to Gyokuro No. 1, it’s significantly fruitier and has a milder umami flavor. Due to its unique combination of the umami typical of Gyokuro and its fruitiness, it’s one of the best organically grown Gyokuro teas we’ve ever had the pleasure of tasting.
Variety: Gyokuro (loose-leaf green tea, 30% fully shaded)
Characteristics: sweet and mellow, fruity, full-bodied aroma, balanced umami, notes of pastries and dried fruit, subtle, refined bitterness
Producer: Akane San
Cultivation: JP (Japan)—Certified Organic, no pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Makizono (Kagoshima), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026
Cultivar: Okumidori
Shading: 3–4 weeks
Steaming: Asamushi (short)
Content: 100g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
NEW HARVEST NOW AVAILABLE! 💚🍵 Awarded 2 stars at the 2023 Great Taste Awards in London 🌟🌟
This highly aromatic and full-bodied Kabusecha green tea from the first harvest of 2026 comes from Mr. Iwakura in Shimada (Shizuoka). The new harvest is particularly notable for its enhanced sweetness and perfect balance. Thanks to its extended shading with nets and its exceptionally natural cultivation methods, it is highly aromatic, unique, and full-bodied in flavor. Natural fertilization with tea grass (Chagusaba) is a traditional method from Shizuoka Prefecture and ensures a broad, complex aroma. Despite its intensely aromatic flavor, this premium green tea has no astringency and is not bitter at all. Like all of our green teas, it is, of course, completely pesticide-free.
Variety: Kabusecha (Aracha, loose-leaf green tea, semi-shaded, unsorted)
Characteristics: intensely aromatic, sweet, deep umami
Producer: Iwakura San
Cultivation: Chagusaba, no pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Processing: medium-steamed (Chuumushi), unsorted
Origin: Shimada (Shizuoka), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026
Cultivar: Yabukita
Content: 100g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
🌟 New 2026 harvest has arrived 💚 Awarded at the 2025 Great Taste Awards in London.
A smooth, full-bodied, aromatic, and slightly sweet premium green tea with the fruitiness typical of Kyushu and the umami typical of Shizuoka. Akane-san, a young tea farmer, runs the tea farm together with her family right at the foot of the active volcano Sakurajima. Akane San trained in Shizuoka and is now gradually taking over her father’s tea farm. Completely atypical for a green tea grown exclusively with natural fertilizer, this kabusecha has a very intense flavor with strong umami and no bitterness or grassy notes whatsoever. It is a kabusecha that is already highly sought after in Japan due to its strong umami.
Variety: Kabusecha ( semi-shaded)
Characteristics: full-bodied, strong umami, soft and slightly sweet, mild and fruity aftertaste, very complex
Producers: Akane San
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Makizono (Kagoshima), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026
Cultivar: Meiryoku
Contents: 100g
Preparation: 1 teaspoon per 100ml / 60-70°C / 60-90 seconds
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Sweet, very full-bodied and smooth with a pleasant umami flavor and light notes of vanilla and sweet pastries. Virtually no astringency or bitter notes, making it one of the highest-quality green teas in our lineup. Strictly limited! Produced by Okada-san in the small village of Wazuka in the Uji tea-growing region. The Goko tea plant variety is grown exclusively in Uji, Kyoto, and is used almost exclusively for matcha tea; as a sencha, it is therefore one of the rarest green teas in Japan. The tea plants are harvested entirely by hand and nurtured with fertilizer made from the farm’s own compost.
Variety: Sencha (loose-leaf Goko green tea, unshaded)
Characteristics: sweet, full-bodied and smooth, notes of vanilla, slightly mineral and spicy, scent of conifers, very easy to drink
Producers: Okada San
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Wazuka (Uji, Kyoto), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026
Cultivar: Goko (ごこう)
Contents: 100 g
Preparation: 1 tsp per 100 ml / 70°C / 60 seconds or 60°C / 90 seconds
Shipping: approx. 2–3 business days (Germany, other countries)
NEW & for a very limited time only! 🌸🌊 Just arrived 🍃🛬
Akane San has crafted a black tea from the famous Benifuuki cultivar with a completely surprising flavor profile—one that is virtually unmatched in terms of sweetness and full-bodied richness. In addition to its very high EGCG/catechin content and its popularity among people with allergies, Benifuuki is particularly known for its strong astringency and bitterness. None of that is detectable in this sweet and mellow black tea. Instead, it is dominated by sweetness, a warm aroma, a full-bodied character, and slightly fruity and spicy notes. Akane San has produced only a very small quantity, which will be available exclusively at SHO CHA. Don’t miss out on this special tea!
Variety: Wakoucha ( black tea / Japanese red tea)
Characteristics: sweet, malty, full-bodied, notes of peach and strawberry, balanced and smooth
Producer: Akane San
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Makizono (Kagoshima), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026 (entirely by hand)
Cultivar: Benifuuki
Contents: 100g
Preparation: 1 teaspoon per 100ml / 60-70°C / 60-90 seconds
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
🌸🌊 The new 2026 harvest has arrived 🍃🛬
Hand-picked premium green tea from the small village of Kawane in Shizuoka. Processed entirely by hand—from cultivation and harvesting to drying and rolling—by tea farmer Susumu-san. A soft, floral spring tea with slightly sweet, fruity notes. Even the tea leaves themselves have a sweet aroma with fresh, floral notes. The tea has a bright green color in the cup.
Variety: Sencha (loose-leaf green tea, unshaded)
Characteristics: floral, mellow, notes of light-colored grapes, slightly sweet, delicate umami
Producers: Susumu San
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Kawane (Shizuoka), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026 (entirely by hand)
Cultivar: Yabukita & Zairai
Steaming: Asamushi (short)
Contents: 100g
Preparation: 1 teaspoon per 100ml / 70°C / 60 seconds
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
🌸🌊 The new 2026 harvest has arrived 🍃🛬
Yama no Kaze means “mountain breeze” and captures the fresh, floral aroma of this unique Sencha green tea. Subtle sweetness, notes of wild herbs, and a clear, long-lasting finish with distinct umami reflect the special production process of this green tea: after harvesting, the tea is left to mature overnight in bamboo baskets over mountain spring water to develop its unique aroma, reminiscent of the floral notes of a light oolong tea. This type of Sencha is also called “Kaori Ryokucha” because of its floral aroma (香り/Kaori). A hand-picked Sencha green tea specialty with a unique character, highly aromatic flavor, and airy freshness.
Variety: Kaori Ryokucha (Sencha, loose-leaf green tea, unshaded)
Characteristics: floral, notes of wild herbs, slightly tangy, umami, fresh and vegetal
Producer: Susumu San
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Kawane (Shizuoka), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2026 (entirely by hand)
Cultivar: Zairai
Steaming: Asamushi (short)
Contents: 100g
Preparation: 1 teaspoon per 100ml / 70°C / 60 seconds
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
3 of the best hand-picked premium green teas in a set at a great price: Tezumi Sencha & Yama no Kaze Sencha from Susumu San in Shizuoka, and Benifuuki Wakoucha black tea from Akane San in Kagoshima. These limited-edition teas are available in limited quantities.
Varieties: 1x Tezumi Sencha, 1x Benifuuki Wakoucha, 1x Yama no Kaze Sencha
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Uji & Shizuoka, Japan
Contents: 300 g (3 × 100 g)
Delivery: approx. 2–3 business days (Germany, other countries)
🌸🌊 The new 2026 harvest has arrived 🍃🛬
This refreshing first-harvest green tea from 2026 comes from Mr. Haruki of Miyakonojou (Miyazaki) on the southern island of Kyushu, Japan. It is a light and fresh-smelling sencha with a bright, light-green infusion, a subtle spiciness, floral notes, and a sweet, fruity aroma. The dark-green, needle-shaped tea leaves are a testament to the high quality of this sencha. Like all of our green teas, it is completely pesticide-free.
Variety: Sencha (loose-leaf green tea, unshaded)
Characteristics: floral, aromatic, light & clear, slightly spicy & sweet, top quality
Producer: Haruki San
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Miyakonojou (Miyazaki), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking, 2026
Cultivar: Yabukita
Content: 100g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Honored at the Great Taste Awards 2024 in London. 🌟
Mildly aromatic black tea from Yamamoto San in Hamamatsu, Japan. Sweetly fragrant with a sweet, full-bodied aroma and typical reddish-brown, radiant cup color.
Koucha 紅茶 literally means "red tea" in Japan and refers to the reddish color of the cup. In contrast to black teas from India or Kenya, this Japanese black tea is sweeter, has hardly any bitter notes and a good umami.
Variety: Koucha (loose black tea)
Characteristics: mildly aromatic, sweet, floral, slightly fruity
Producer: Yamamoto San
Cultivation: no pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Hamamatsu , Shizuoka, Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2025
Cultivar: Yabukita
Shading: none
Steaming: Asamushi (short)
Content: 100g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
This sweet Genmaicha green tea comes from Mr. Toshimi from Kirishima(Kagoshima) from the southern island of Kyushu, Japan. Due to the many popped rice grains, it is not only a visual eye-catcher, but also tastes intensely sweet with light roasted aromas and a fresh green tea note. And it's all caffeine-free - ideal for evening enjoyment, with dinner, or for people who are sensitive to caffeine. Like all our green teas, it is absolutely pesticide-free.
Variety: Genmaicha (approx. 50% loose Bancha green tea & 50% roasted rice, unshaded)
Characteristics: sweet, tangy, pleasant roasted aromas, top quality
Producer: Toshimi San
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Kirishima (Kagoshima), Japan
Harvest: 2nd plucking 2025 (summer)
Cultivar: Yabukita
Content: 100g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Naturally grown yuzu citrus fruit meets kukicha green tea made from high-quality asamushi sencha. The yuzu citrus fruits with complex aromas are dried and the peel is then combined with a fine selection of tea stems and broken tea leaves. This creates a unique green tea with sweet, tangy fruit aromas and full-bodied green tea notes. By selecting only briefly steamed Sencha green tea, it is now fruitier and even better balanced.
Variety: Yuzu Kukicha ( loose-leaf green tea/Asamushi Sencha, yuzu peel)
Characteristics: fruity and slightly sweet, tangy, delicately astringent
Producer: Susumu San
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Kawane (Shizuoka), Japan
Harvest: 1st picking 2025
Cultivar: Zairai , Yabukita
Contents: 100g
Preparation: 1 teaspoon per 100ml / 70°C / 60 seconds
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Super easy to handle & high-yield: an authentic Japanese kyusu teapot, painted with delicate plum blossoms and finished in an elegant dark glaze. Thanks to its built-in, all-around strainer, it’s perfect for brewing all types of green tea, such as sencha, kabusecha, gyokuro, and even Chinese teas.
Origin: Tokoname, Japan
Dimensions: 10 cm wide (excluding handle), 6 cm high (excluding knob)
Capacity: approx. 370 ml
Material: glazed Tokoname clay
Weight: approx. 235 g
Strainer: built-in stainless steel strainer
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
"Hamon" refers to the fine ripples on the surface of water. This unique teapot features this pattern across its entire surface. Thanks to its integrated, all-around strainer, it is perfect for brewing all types of green tea, such as sencha, kabusecha, gyokuro, and even Chinese teas.
Origin: Tokoname, Japan
Dimensions: 10 cm wide (excluding handle), 6 cm high (excluding knob)
Capacity: approx. 370 ml
Material: glazed Tokoname clay
Weight: approx. 235 g
Strainer: built-in stainless steel strainer
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Original Japanese Kyusu teapot, glazed in a beautiful shade of green, traditionally hand-painted in Japan with cherry blossoms and Mt. Fuji. For the preparation of all types of green tea such as Sencha, Kabusecha, Gyokuro or Chinese teas, incl. removable, very fine-mesh stainless steel tea strainer.
Origin: Tokoname, Japan
Dimensions: 9.5cm wide (without handle), 8cm high (without knob)
Capacity: approx. 460ml
Material: glazed Tokoname clay
Weight: approx. 275g
Strainer: with additional removable tea strainer
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Original Japanese Kyusu teapot, traditionally hand-painted in Japan with plum blossoms. With a capacity of 600 ml, it is particularly economical for preparing all types of green tea such as Sencha, Kabusecha, Gyokuro or Chinese teas.
Origin: Tokoname, Japan
Dimensions: 11cm wide (without handle), 8.5cm high (without knob)
Capacity: 600ml
Material: Tokoname glazed natural clay
Weight: approx. 400g
Strainer: removable mesh tea strainer
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
A Japanese teapot made entirely of glass (グラス). Watch your favorite tea unfurl! HARIO is the only manufacturer in Japan that produces these beautiful, top-quality teapots at the last remaining heat-resistant glass factory in Koga. Thanks to the removable tea strainer, your tea can stay in the pot, allowing you to enjoy your tea moment in complete peace.
Origin: Koga, Ibaraki, Japan
Manufacturer: HARIO
Dimensions: 11 cm wide (excluding handle), 6 cm tall (excluding knob)
Capacity: approx. 450 ml
Material: heat-resistant glass
Weight: approx. 237 g
Strainer: removable stainless steel strainer
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Original Japanese Kyusu teapot, traditionally hand-painted in Japan with cherry blossoms. For the preparation of all types of green tea such as Sencha, Kabusecha, Gyokuro or Chinese teas, incl. removable, very fine-mesh stainless steel tea strainer.
Origin: Tokoname, Japan
Dimensions: 9cm wide (without handle), 6cm high (without knob)
Capacity: approx. 350ml
Material: glazed Tokoname clay
Weight: approx. 260g
Strainer: with additional removable tea strainer
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Don't like bitter teas? Then this teapot is just right for you: original Japanese Kyusu, handmade from natural clay in Tokoname, for brewing all types of green tea. The natural clay is particularly rich in minerals and binds bitter substances. This makes the tea milder and more aromatic. Integrated hand-punched tea strainer made of clay - available with additional removable stainless steel tea strainer.
Origin: Tokoname (常滑市), Japan
Dimensions: 10.5cm (without handle) x 7cm (without knob)
Capacity: 350ml
Material: highly mineralized Tokoname natural clay
Weight: approx. 290g
Strainer: integrated, hand-punched ceramic + with additional removable tea strainer on request
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Original Japanese Kyusu teapot, handmade from natural clay in Tokoname, for brewing all types of green tea. Hand-painted with flowers and Mount Fuji in the background. Inside the teapot is a tea strainer in the shape of a belt (obi), which encloses the entire kyusu - available with an additional removable stainless steel tea strainer.
Origin: Tokoname (常滑市), Japan
Dimensions: 10cm (without handle) x 6cm (without knob)
Capacity: 300ml
Material: Tokoname natural clay, glazed inside + outside
Weight: approx. 260g
Strainer: integrated + with additional removable tea strainer on request
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Original Japanese Kyusu teapot, traditionally hand-painted in Japan with Mount Fuji & cherry blossoms. This teapot is small & particularly handy, but still holds approx. 300ml.
Origin: Tokoname, Japan
Dimensions: 9cm wide (without handle), 7cm high (without knob)
Capacity: approx. 300ml
Material: glazed Tokoname clay
Weight: approx. 260g
Strainer: integrated clay strainer
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
Original Japanese kyusu, hand-glazed in a glossy red-brown finish. Made from natural clay in Tokoname, Japan. Particularly handy thanks to the flattened side handle.
Origin: Tokoname (常滑市), Japan
Dimensions: 11cm (without handle) x 7cm (without knob)
Capacity: 360ml
Material: Tokoname natural clay
Weight: approx. 320g
Strainer: integrated, mesh + with additional removable tea strainer on request
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
THE 2026 HARVEST IS SOLD OUT 🍵🍃 JOIN THE WAITING LIST TO BE NOTIFIED ABOUT THE 2027 HARVEST! ✈️📢
FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY! 🌊 After a 2-year hiatus: we’ve once again secured the rare and exclusive Shōju cultivar for our Shincha Hayai 🌟🍃
The very first green tea of the new 2026 season comes from Mr. Eiichi on the island of Tanegashima, in the far south of Japan. Along with the ➡️SHINCHA MIDORI, it is flown directly to us from the tea farm. This guarantees maximum freshness but also means availability is extremely limited! Thanks to the Shōju cultivar (tea bush variety), this is an incredibly smooth, naturally sweet Shincha green tea with deep umami, perfectly balanced body, and a fresh aroma. As soon as you open the package, a scent reminiscent of a fresh spring breeze and light fruitiness wafts toward you.
A unique shincha that can only come from Tanegashima. The Shoju cultivar is found exclusively on Tanegashima and was developed by Eiichi Matsushita and the Tanegashima Tea Association. Naturally, Eiichi-san uses absolutely no pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Thanks to its high quality, this green tea can be steeped at least four times! We will only have a very limited quantity in stock, as Mr. Eiichi produces only a limited amount each year and his Shincha is extremely popular in Japan.
Variety: SHINCHA Sencha (loose-leaf green tea, lightly shaded, premium selection)
Characteristics: smooth, natural sweetness, aromatic and full-bodied, deep umami, slightly floral, fruity aftertaste, top-quality First Flush Shincha
Steaming: Asamushi (light)
Producer: Eiichi San (Tanegashima Tea Association)
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Awards: Gold Medalist at the Japanese Tea Selection Paris 2025
Origin: Tanegashima , Kyushu, Japan
Harvest: Early harvest 2026
Cultivar: Shoju
Content: 50g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
THE 2026 HARVEST IS SOLD OUT 🍵🍃 JOIN THE WAITING LIST TO BE NOTIFIED ABOUT THE 2027 HARVEST! ✈️📢
Is the ➡️SHINCHA HAYAI not exclusive enough for you? Then the SHINCHA MIDORI is just the thing for you: this green tea comes from one of the rarest cultivars, “Tsuyu Midori,” and is grown by Mr. Eiichi on the island of Tanegashima in the very south of Japan. We are the only shop in the world offering this tea from this cultivar. This Shincha is therefore your one-time chance to try this unique green tea. A very delicate aroma and a perfect balance of freshness, mildness, and floral-vegetal notes, as well as sweetness and a full umami, make this ultra-limited Shincha green tea something truly special. Its particularly soft mildness sets this Shincha apart. Of course, Eiichi San completely avoids pesticides and chemical fertilizers. Due to its high quality, this green tea can be steeped 5–7 times! We will only have an extremely limited quantity in stock, as Mr. Eiichi produces only a limited amount each year and the SHINCHA MIDORI is available exclusively from us.
Variety: SHINCHA Sencha (loose-leaf green tea, lightly shaded, premium selection)
Characteristics: aromatic and mellow, fresh, slightly sweet, floral and vegetal, mild, umami, no bitter notes, top-quality First Flush Shincha
Shading: Asamushi (light)
Producer: Eiichi San (Tanegashima Tea Association)
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Tanegashima , Kyushu, Japan
Harvest: Early harvest 2026
Cultivar: Tsuyu Midori
Content: 50g
Delivery: approx. 2-3 working days (Germany, other countries)
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2x 50g SHINCHA HAYAI & 1x 50g SHINCHA MIDORI at a special price. Ultra-fresh, flown in directly from the tea farm in Japan. Both Shincha green teas come from Mr. Eiichi on the island of Tanegashima in the very south of Japan. We are the only shop in the world to offer this tea from both cultivars (Shoju & Tsuyu Midori). A unique aroma and a perfect balance of freshness, umami, body, and sweetness make these ultra-limited Shincha green teas something truly special. Of course, Eiichi San completely avoids pesticides and chemical fertilizers. Due to their high quality, both green teas can be steeped 5–7 times! We will only have an extremely limited quantity in stock, as Mr. Eiichi produces only a limited amount each year, and the SHINCHA MIDORI, in particular, is available exclusively from us.
Variety: SHINCHA Sencha (loose green tea, lightly shaded, premium selection)
Characteristics: mild and smooth, full-bodied, fresh, rich umami, top-quality first flush Shincha
Shading: Asamushi (light)
Producer: Mr. Eiichi (Tanegashima Tea Association)
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Tanegashima , Kyushu, Japan
Harvest: Early harvest 2026
Cultivar: Tsuyu Midori & Shoju
Contents: 2 x 50 g + 1 x 50 g
Delivery: approx. 2–3 business days (Germany, other countries)
Awarded 2 gold stars at the 2026 Great Taste Awards in London! Available exclusively from us.
Harumidori means “spring green” and is the name of the tea plant variety (cultivar) used for this top-grade Sencha green tea. Very high umami, intense sweetness, and a soft, mellow character are actually typical of shaded Gyokuro, yet the distinctive aroma of this Harumidori Sencha does not result from shading. The extremely rare cultivar, hand-picked by tea farmer Nobuyuki San, and a light aging process create the Gyokuro-like flavor along with a slightly sweet fruitiness. For anyone who loves the high umami and sweetness of Gyokuro but doesn’t want to sacrifice the freshness and fruitiness typical of Sencha, this tea is just right. Sencha Harumidori is a hand-picked Sencha green tea specialty with an incomparable character, aroma, and flavor.
Variety: Sencha (loose-leaf green tea, unshaded, lightly aged)
Characteristics: high umami, sweetness, buttery smooth, fresh and fruity
Producer: Nobuyuki San
Cultivation: No pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers
Origin: Kawane (Shizuoka), Japan
Harvest: 1st plucking 2026
Cultivar: Harumidori
Steaming: Asamushi (short)
Contents: 100 g
Preparation: 1 tsp per 100 ml / 70°C / 60 seconds (alternatively: 60°C / 120 seconds)
Delivery: approx. 2–3 business days (Germany, other countries)