Green Teas
MATCHA KYOTO
Matcha is a first class type of powdered, extra-fine ground tea and is used for what is known as the Japanese tea ceremony during which the tea is whisked with a bamboo rod called a chasen, in an original bowl called a chawan. Quality Matcha is always a pea-green, extra-fine powder with a distinctive, grassy aroma. The foamy infusion is fresh and deep green with an unforgettable, very intense taste. We recommend that it be enjoyed after dessert or a Japanese sweet, but never on an empty stomach. As we would be embarrassed to see customers bow during the service, we do not perform the full tea ceremony.
$4.75
$8.00 Chanoyu Ceremony
Loose Leaf :$13.00 (1.75 ounce packet, baking grade)
$18.00 (1 ounce tin, premium grade)
GYOKURO KYOTO
An excellent, very distinguished Japanese green tea. Its delicious taste and fresh grassy scent of spring offer a touch of heaven in your cup. This tea is one of the most valued products of the Nippon islands. It is picked by hand in specially shaded fields and guarantees a rare experience, enhanced by an original method of preparation. Dark green, flat, subtle leaves of uniform size give a fresh aroma and a gourmet taste. Gyokuro tea is much prized for the characteristically strong taste that is especially pronounced when it is carefully brewed in miniature infusion bowls. It is usual to make three infusions from the same leaves, allowing the superior quality of this tea to be fully enjoyed.
$6.75
$5.75
Loose Leaf $18.00/2.5 oz packet
TAMARYOKUCHA KYOTO
This tea is produced in the Kyushu Island area. It is a first class type of green tea, and is appropriate for festive occasions. A tiny, dark green leaf, evenly rolled makes a light green infusion. Its cup results in a rich brew, traditional, delicate grassy flavor but with a bread-like sustenance and fullness, even after several brews.
$5.50
$4.50
Loose Leaf $15.00 / 2.5 oz packet
KAMAIRICHA
Discovered on our Spring travels to the south island of Kyushu, Japan in May 2009. Kamairicha offers a unique taste, standing out from other traditional Japanese greens. The leaves are steamed then gently pan-fired to bring nutty qualities, similar to Chinese style teas. This method of tea production was brought to Japan from China and was the original technique used to produce tea. The Japanese then put their twist on the flavor by steaming. We call this the yin yang of green teas. Bright and nutty mixed with vegetal sweetness!
$5.50
$4.50
Loose Leaf $14.00 / 2.5 oz packet
SENCHA KYOTO
This type of Japanese green tea is currently the most typical tea on the Japanese market. It requires painstaking processing to obtain dark green, flat leaves of uniform size, with a fresh, grassy aroma and a delicate taste. It also gives many crisp infusions with a distinctly cleansing feeling and is a good tea for a quiet get-together with close friends.
$5.50
$4.50
Loose Leaf $15.00 per ounce / 2.5 oz packet
YAMACHA
This tea was discovered on our Spring tea travels to Japan in May 2009. This high mountain grown sencha tea is cultivated in the region of Hamamatzou. Nearby are waterfalls, hot springs, and lush gardens and tea farmers, processing tea in the most old fashioned manner. Yamacha offers a fine, smooth taste with more sparkle to the classic taste of Sencha.
$6.75
$5.75
Loose Leaf $16.00 / 2.5 oz packet
BANCHA KYOTO
Bancha is a bit less vegetal and grassy than most other Japanese green teas, and a great choice for those who are seeking a green tea that is smooth with a clean finish.
$4.75
$3.75
Loose Leaf $12.00 / 2.5 oz packet
KUKICHA KYOTO
A tea made from leaves and stalks. This type of tea is often a by-product of Hojicha, but our variety is made from the same bushes and leaves used for Gyokuro, giving its earthy flavor the finesse and freshness of Gyokuro. Light green leafstalks yield a full but delicate grassy aroma. It gives a rich brew even after several infusions, and causes a notable lift.
$4.75
$3.75
Loose Leaf $12.00 / 2.5 oz packet
GENMAICHA KYOTO
A unique Japanese delicacy, this is a green tea mixed with roasted rice. The combination gives it a seductive aroma and unusual taste, reminiscent of pine and grains. In translation the name means “unpolished rice.” Suitable as an after lunch drink, when you need to warm up, or as a terrific complement to lunch.
$4.75
$3.75
Loose Leaf $15.00 / 2.5 oz packet
GENMAICHA MATCHA
The latest twist on the famous roasted rice tea! This thick and roasted infusion offers the same full flavor of genmaicha with a boost of energy and vibrancy of green.
$5.50
$4.50
HOJICHA KYOTO
A delicate tea of roasted leaves and stalks, which give a taste and aroma unlike that of any other Japanese teas. The name means “lightly roasted tea.” The infusion is brownish, the aroma reminiscent of freshly baked bread, roasted grains or chestnuts. It is recommended as a particularly good drink after a substantial meal. It gives a rich, warming brew even after several infusions.
$4.75
$3.75
Loose Leaf $10.00 / 2.5 oz packet
HOTCHA
The devoteas of Dobra created a new twist on our famous “Kyoto Kinen” chilled tea. This hot variety of steaming, frothy Matcha tea is gently warmed with milk and a bit of honey. Warming and uplifting!
$4.50
