Genmaicha, loose leaf tea

Our noble Genmaicha comes from the Shizuoka Prefecture on the Honshū main island. This region is known as the center of the Japanese tea trade. Unique soil conditions, coupled with mild climate, distinguish this region and help promote abundant tea growth.

Our Genmaicha features a particularly high-quality small-leaf green tea in contrast to the simpler, large-leaf Bancha tea customarily used for Genmaicha. The natural rice is very carefully roasted to prevent individual kernels from splitting open. This care is readily apparent in the cup – through the bright emerald color of the tea and its highly aromatic notes. On the palate, the contrasting aromas of fresh green tea and the sweet, nutty notes of the roasted rice elegantly unite in a harmonious combination.