Just the Leaves

Recently, our tea buyer Tanya and I had the privilege to visit Kagoshima to see where the tea is grown. Japan’s Kagoshima prefecture is located on the Osumi peninsula, in the south of the island Kyushu.

As summer draws to a close, the crisp autumn air begins to make its presence known. As daylight hours lessen, we prepare for the onset of a new season. Despite the impending chill, it is essential to savor life's simple joys.

Our customers often ask us, “When does my tea expire?” Because tea leaves are a dried product, they do not technically have an expiration date, however, once you open the packet, we recommend that you drink your tea sooner rather than later.

Let’s explore the beautiful south coast of Japan and the prefecture of Shizuoka. Renowned for its outstanding green tea, this prefecture is referred to as the “green tea capital.” What makes the green teas of Shizuoka so unique? The answer lies in its distinctive location, climate, and heritage.