Houjicha is a Japanese green tea handpicked from the Uji district in Kyoto, Japan. Houjicha is distinctive from other Japanese green teas because it is roasted in a porcelain pot over charcoal, whereas most Japanese teas are steamed.
The tea is fired at a high temperature, altering the leaf color tints from green to reddish-brown. The roasting process also lowers the amount of caffeine in the tea. The roasting flavors are extracted and result in a toasty, slightly caramel-like flavor.
Uji is located south of Kyoto City, famous for Byodoin Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Uji is a green tea and matcha lover's paradise.
Origin | Uji, Kyoto Prefecture Japan 宇治 京都 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.
We welcome all tea enthusiasts to join us learn more about the thousand year tea culture, with one hope, that each visit will provide excitement, knowledge and to experience tea in the best form possible.
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very nice quality and smooth taste.
enjoying it.
Houjicha was fresh and earthy.
Tasty and balanced houjicha. The best I've had :)
Tasty and balanced houjicha. The best I've had :)
Jun Kagoshima Organic Sencha | 50g
Tasting Notes | A sweet-tasting tea that leaves a sensation of natural sweetness in the mouth.
For 35 years now, Irie san has invested his time and energy in growing 100% chemical and pesticide-free green tea. Tucked in the forest at nearly 600 meters above sea level in the Yame mountains, the tea leaves used by Irie san benefit directly from healthy and naturally enriched soil.
The most renowned plantations in Fukuoka prefecture are located in Yame area. Morning mists and river fogs are very frequent. Curtains of fog wrap green tea plantations, properly blocking sunlight. This helps in generating more amino acids (including theanine, glutamic acid, arginine, etc.) within the tea leaves. In addition, Yame enjoys an inland climate-high temperature during daytime and very cool and low temperatures at night.
The nutrients, minerals, and vitamins absorbed by the trees end up in the leaves, and so, eventually, in your cup, helping your body to remain strong and healthy. “Jun” is one of the few organic teas from the Yame area. The quality of this Sencha is exceptional. It yields a strong and refreshing taste, either in hot and cold brew.
Easy to brew, the Umami of this tea is very present, and the balance between bitterness and sweetness is exceptional. This tea is definitely one of our favorite and probably the best one to discover and enjoy Japanese green tea. Made in very small quantities by a farmer who relies on the sole power of nature, it is an exceptional and rare tea that even our clients in Japan are surprised to discover. Irie san’s tea has passed the most stringent tests, including those set up in Germany, making it a perfectly safe and healthy beverage to enjoy.
Organic | JAS and EUROFINS Certified Origin | Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture Japan 八女市 福岡 日本 Tea Cultivator | Yabukita, Sae-Midori Tea Producer | IRIE TOSHIRO
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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.
We welcome all tea enthusiasts to join us learn more about the thousand year tea culture, with one hope, that each visit will provide excitement, knowledge and to experience tea in the best form possible.
This tea and other items were shipped the same day I ordered it. Fast shipping and was received in good condition. It is a gift for someone, so it hasn't been tasted yet. I would order from Shizen Cha again.
Part of a gift package I sent as an anniversary gift. The gift recipients loved this and other items. Customer service was outstanding.
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My organic green tea is here and it's wonderful to have. Thank you so much for offering on Etsy.
Excellent tea. Arrived safely. Seller is responsive to questions and easy to work with!
Aichi Gold Premium Sencha | 100g
Harvested directly from in Nishio, Aichi, Japan. Sencha Tokujyo Gold tasting notes contain delicate sweetness and deep flowery-green aroma.
Sencha is the most well-known variety of green tea as well as the most popular kind in Japan. In order to make sencha, tea leaves are steamed within a few hours after harvest, thus stopping the oxidation process, then rolled into needles, thus making sure that the leaves’ natural green color is preserved. This process also helps the leaves retain their fragrance and components.
Origin | Nishio, Aichi Prefecture Japan 西尾市 愛知 日本
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.
We welcome all tea enthusiasts to join us learn more about the thousand year tea culture, with one hope, that each visit will provide excitement, knowledge and to experience tea in the best form possible.
The shipping was fast, and it was received in good condition. This is a gift for a tea lover so it hasn't been tasted yet.
Good tea. Very happy with this.
This tea is delicious! Highly recommend.
thanks so much, Love this Tea.!!
Authentic Japanese Tea. This tea is very good quality.
Aichi Midori Sencha | 100g
Harvested directly from in Nishio, Aichi, Japan. Sencha Tokujyo tasting notes contain delicate sweetness, mild astringency, deep umami, and flowery-green aroma.
Sencha is the most well-known variety of green tea as well as the most popular kind in Japan. In order to make sencha, tea leaves are steamed within a few hours after harvest, thus stopping the oxidation process, then rolled into needles, thus making sure that the leaves’ natural green color is preserved. This process also helps the leaves retain their fragrance and components.
Origin | Nishio, Aichi Prefecture Japan 西尾市 愛知 日本
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.
We welcome all tea enthusiasts to join us learn more about the thousand year tea culture, with one hope, that each visit will provide excitement, knowledge and to experience tea in the best form possible.
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Tea is high quality. Seller is responsive and prompt.
Delicious tea. Great fresh flavor. Glad I took the chance.
Yae-Midori Sencha Matcha | 100g
A strong blend that showcases the health benefits of antioxidants and a prized umami taste.
Shimane Prefecture is known for its tea culture, which places importance on the tea ceremony and Japanese confectionery. The consumption rate of tea is said to be as much as five times the national average.
Origin | Shimane Prefecture Japan 岛根县 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.
We welcome all tea enthusiasts to join us learn more about the thousand year tea culture, with one hope, that each visit will provide excitement, knowledge and to experience tea in the best form possible.
LOVE THIS TEA! HAS GREAT UMAMI FLAVOR! IT TASTES LIKE IT HAS KOMBU MIXED IN! THEY USED TO HAVE IT IN THE ASIAN MARKETS OF THE SUBURBS OF CHICAGO, BUT NOT ANYMORE. LOOK FORWARD TO PURCHASING LOTS OF BAGS!
We live in Ohio and have a hard time finding good quality loose leaf tea. I located the Yae-Midori tea that we drink all the time from Shizen Cha and was very pleased to find out they ship to the Midwest. Not only did we receive the order sooner than expected, it was also very fresh and not stale as sometimes they can be. I will order from them again.
Beautiful item, very professional packing and safe delivery, thank you!
Beautiful item, very professional packing and safe delivery, thank you!
shipped incredibly fast, amazing product.