Japanese Green Tea

Made in Japan, this bamboo scoop is ideal for the preparation of Cha-no-yu. 7 1/2" long, 1/2" wide (scoop).

Made in Japan, this 75-strand bamboo whisk is ideal for the preparation of Cha-no-yu. 4" high, 2 1/2" diameter.

A faint rose-brown swirl decorates the crackled pale turquoise glaze of this traditional Matcha bowl (chawan). Used in the preparation of Cha-no-yu, this traditional bowl has a 14-ounce capacity. Made in Japan.

A light cream and gray-blue speckled glaze covers this traditional Matcha bowl (chawan). A faint spiral decorates the inside of the bowl. Used in the preparation of Cha-no-yu, this traditional bowl has a 20-ounce capacity. Made in Japan.

Hand-painted cherry blossoms decorate this light sand-colored Matcha bowl (chawan). Used in the preparation of Cha-no-yu, this traditional bowl has a 12-ounce capacity. Made in Japan.

This premium handcrafted Matcha bowl (chawan) boasts a stone-beige glaze with a matte dark brown base. A light sand-colored spiral accents the bowl’s interior. Used in the preparation of Cha-no-yu, this hefty bowl has a 24-ounce capacity. Made in Japan.

This traditional Matcha bowl has a matte burnt orange glaze with sand-colored speckles. The interior is a shiny sand color. Used in the preparation of Cha-no-yu, this traditional bowl has a 16-ounce capacity. Made in Japan.

A thick, white ribbon of glaze joins a brown-speckled gray rim, overlaying a matte graphite finish on this traditional Matcha bowl (chawan). Used in the preparation of Cha-no-yu, this bowl has a 10-ounce capacity and measures 4 inches wide by 2 ¼ inches deep. Made in Japan.

Light turquoise speckles and a brown-dipped rim decorate this light green traditional Matcha bowl (chawan). Used in the preparation of Cha-no-yu, this bowl has a 10-ounce capacity and measures 4 inches wide by 2 ¼ inches deep. Made in Japan.

This offering was grown using the Saemidori cultivar in Miyazaki prefecture, located on the island of Kyushu. Both the leaf and cup have a deep, dark green color and heady, rich aroma. The exquisite liquor has sweet, vegetal notes, a brothy mouth feel and pleasing, light astringency. The leaves are typical of the Fukamushi style, with both larger and small leaf pieces.

First grade Bancha, produced during peak season, is a tea with herbaceous aroma, smooth character, and pale jade liquor. This is a tea with a full mouth feel, bright cup, and clean finish.

Delicate but brisk, this splendid green tea has a clean vegetal flavor. Rapidly gaining the recognition it deserves, this tea refreshes the palate with a hint of sweetness.