Hamasa-En Shizuoka Genmaicha | 40g
Regular price $10.00Genmaicha is a mix of Green tea (Sencha) and roasted rice. We select high-quality green tea and roast non-glutinous rice at high temperatures. Hamasa-En blends green tea and popped sticky rice for a rich nutty sweetness. That is the traditional way of making genmaicha.
The characteristic of Genmaicha is that it has a very pleasant roasted fragrance of brown rice and a refreshing taste. Handpicked from the renowned Shizuoka region in Japan.
Shizuoka is widely known as the green tea capital of Japan and is responsible for over 40% of Japan’s tea production. The almost magical beverage boasts many benefits, and it is often touted as a contributor to the longevity and health of the people of Shizuoka. Among its healing properties, Japanese green tea contains Catechin and Theanine which help to prevent cancer and cavities, as well as lower cholesterol and reduce bad breath.
Origin | Shizuoka Prefecture Japan 静岡県 日本
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Shizen Cha is focused on premium grade Japanese Teas and Handcrafted Teaware.
Simply put, Shizen (自然) means "nature" & Cha (茶) means "tea" in Japan. Our loose leaf teas are picked and processed with the utmost care and precision by our tea farms who demand impeccable quality and freshness.
We believe that quality should never be compromised. We pride ourselves on transparency, clear genealogy, and clear production history. We pay close attention to every step from choosing only the finest leaves and growing, shading and steaming methods. By blending our teas in small patches, packaging by hand is how we provide the best quality tea possible.
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