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O-Cha.com is proud to offer the beloved Tsuen blend "Otsūsan," a karigane sencha from Japan’s oldest tea shop, Tsuen Tea, located in Uji. Esteemed as one of the most popular green teas at the Tsuen tea shop, Otsūsan is a special proprietary blend crafted from Yabukita breed karigane sencha. Enhanced with stems from gyokuro leaves, this tea boasts a unique tartness and sharpness in flavor, distinctively setting it apart.

Otsūsan is known for being a bit sweeter and greener than its counterpart, the Musashi blend, providing a delightfully vibrant tea experience. Its refined sweetness and pronounced green tea characteristics make it a favorite among both new enthusiasts and seasoned connoisseurs.

Invite the taste of Uji, Japan, into your home with a 100-gram package of Otsūsan. Experience the unique tart and sharp flavors of this esteemed green tea. Try it today and discover why it stands as a highlight in the Tsuen tea lineup.

This product is also available for automatic monthly delivery!

Introducing Uji Karigane Gyokuro "Asagiri" from Uji, near Kyoto—a superb blend that combines the first harvest of gyokuro leaves with gyokuro stems. Known for its shade-grown cultivation, gyokuro boasts a greener hue and a naturally sweeter taste compared to more commonly found green teas. This specific blend enriches the classic gyokuro with the addition of stems, introducing a delightful tartness that complements its sweetness.

Uji Karigane Gyokuro "Asagiri" offers a perfect introduction to brewing gyokuro, especially for those new to this style, at an economical price. The brewing process mirrors that of traditional gyokuro: use more leaf, brew at lower temperatures, and allow a longer steeping time to fully develop its depth and character. We recommend using 10 grams of tea per 300ml or less of water, pre-heating your teapot and teacups, and brewing at 55-60°C (131-140°F) for 1.5 to 2 minutes.

Available in 100gm packages, Uji Karigane Gyokuro "Asagiri" is an excellent choice for anyone eager to explore the refined taste of a premium Japanese green tea.

How to Brew Gyokuro - Step-by-Step Instructions!

Introducing Uji Sencha Miyabi, a masterfully blended sencha from the revered tea fields of Uji, near Kyoto. Harvested during the first flush of spring, this sencha is celebrated for its exceptional aroma and top-notch quality. Miyabi, a longstanding favorite, is perfect for those who cherish the fresh, grassy notes characteristic of premium green tea.

Miyabi is crafted using a selection of sencha varieties, each contributing to its complex and inviting aroma. From the moment you open the package, the distinctive scent assures you of the delightful experience that awaits. Whether you're a longtime green tea lover or new to the world of tea, Miyabi offers a sophisticated flavor that's sure to impress.

Now available in 100gm packages, Uji Sencha Miyabi is ready to elevate your tea drinking experience. Indulge in the luxury of one of our most cherished blends and discover why it remains an all-time favorite.

Introducing the perfect gift for any green tea enthusiast: our exclusive Green Tea Gift Set! Hand-selected by tea experts, this set features two of the finest sencha green teas available online, as consistently praised by our loyal customers.

This set includes 80 grams each of Kagoshima Sencha "Yutaka Midori" and Uji Sencha "Miyabi." Each tea is packaged freshly soon after you place your order, offering an unparalleled freshness that enhances the tea’s natural flavors and aromas.

Additionally, this gift set comes with stylish green and orange storage tea tins, designed specifically to preserve the quality and freshness of green tea. All these items are beautifully packaged in a decorative gift box, making it an ideal present for special occasions or a luxurious treat for yourself.

Experience the exquisite quality and taste of our sencha and enjoy significant savings over purchasing each item separately.

Découvrez le rare délice du Uji Shincha Kirameki, proposé exclusivement par la boutique historique Tsuen Tea Shop, le plus ancien marchand de thé du Japon qui réside depuis plus de 860 ans le long de la pittoresque rivière Uji. Ce thé exceptionnel est un phénomène annuel pendant la saison du shincha et, une fois épuisé, ne sera plus disponible avant la prochaine récolte. Bien que Tsuen Tea propose le mélange Ujibashi San no Ma après la saison du shincha, le Kirameki possède un charme distinctif qui le rend particulièrement recherché.

Méticuleusement élaboré à partir des meilleures feuilles 100% Yabukita cultivées à Uji et récoltées lors de la première récolte, ce sencha asamushi (légèrement cuit à la vapeur) séduit par son arôme herbacé et vibrant, et sa saveur raffinée. Kirameki représente l'essence du thé vert japonais, offrant un goût éphémère de la vitalité fraîche du printemps.

Ne manquez pas l'occasion de vous délecter de cette infusion en édition limitée. Obtenez dès aujourd'hui votre paquet de 100 grammes et plongez dans les plaisirs exquis de la saison du shincha avec Uji Shincha Kirameki.

We came across this rather unique Japanese health related product recently. Similarly Japanese made products offered to customers outside of Japan are usually priced at many times what we offer this fantastic product for. Made by an older, established company in Kumamoto prefecture Japan, this high quality persimmon soap produces a creamy lather and is blended with persimmon tannin, green tea extract, and red clay. It removes oxidized sebum, dirt. In Japan persimmon soap is often used as a solution to the dreaded old person smell (known in Japanese as kareishū 加齢臭) where it is of particular concern due to the high value placed on personal hygiene.

"Old-Person Smell" Really Exists, Scientists Say...

This soap contains high levels of persimmon tannin extracted from persimmon fruit. The tannin in persimmon fruit helps to abolish nonenal chemicals associated with old person smell and has a deodorant effect, acting to reduce body odor associated with seniors.

Persimmon leaf sushi has an antibacterial and deodorant effect. The persimmon tannin in it is believed to have a deodorant effect when it chemically reacts with body odor.

Added Green Tea Extract!

Unlike other expensive, competing products, green tea extract has been added to this soap. Green tea extract contains high levels of polyphenols (catechins), has an added astringency and deodorant effect, among other beneficial effects.

Having personally used this product ourselves, we can attest that it is a very pleasant general purpose soap in addition to it's other unique properties.

Country of Origin: Japan
Contents: 80 grams / 2.8 oz 
Product Size (width x depth x height): 67mm x 62 mm x 23 mm

 Sources

(1) http://healthland.time.com/2012/05/31/old-person-smell-really-exists-scientists-say/
(2) Amanda MacMillan - http://thechart.blogs.cnn.com/2012/05/30/scientists-confirm-existence-of-old-person-smell/

Discover the artistry of our Shiboridashi teapot, meticulously handcrafted in Tokoname Prefecture, Japan. This teapot is exquisitely tailored for gyokuro enthusiasts, accommodating the specific brewing requirements of this luxurious loose-leaf green tea. Known for its need for lower temperatures and higher tea-to-water ratios, gyokuro finds a perfect match in this teapot's design, which ensures optimal flavor extraction and precise temperature control during multiple infusions.

The Shiboridashi teapot's compact size, measuring 10.5 cm wide by 5.3 cm tall and holding approximately 100ml (3.4 ounces), is ideally suited for preparing individual cups of tea. Its unique design foregoes a traditional filter basket, featuring instead a narrow gap between the teapot’s body and the lid, which aids in a smooth pour while effectively retaining larger tea leaves, such as those of gyokuro and light-steamed asamushi sencha. This thoughtful feature makes it especially suited for teas requiring room to expand without escaping into the brew.

Please note, due to its specific features, this teapot is recommended for larger leaf teas and may not be suitable for finer leaf varieties like fukamushi-cha, which could slip through the gap.

Crafted with an eye for both beauty and functionality, each Shiboridashi teapot is a testament to the skilled craftsmanship of Tokoname artisans. Due to the handcrafted nature of these teapots, slight variations from the images shown are to be expected, each piece adding a unique character to your tea brewing rituals.

Ideal for those deeply invested in the nuances of green tea, particularly gyokuro, this Shiboridashi teapot promises a refined brewing experience, blending traditional techniques with modern aesthetic sensibilities.

How to Brew Gyokuro - Step-by-Step Instructions!