Each spring, before the fields awaken to full harvest, a small number of tender leaves are gathered by hand at the Shibakiri-en tea gardens. Picked at the moment when the season is at its most delicate, these young leaves unfold into a tea of quiet fragrance, gentle sweetness, and a rich, savory depth that lingers on the palate. The result is a smooth, layered cup with remarkable complexity and the deep umami character prized in Japan's finest spring teas.
30g
Tea Maker:
Shibakiri-en
Shizuoka, Japan
Brewing instructions:
Use 4g tea leaves per 80ml (2.7 oz) water.
First Infusion
70°C (160°F) · 90 seconds
Second Infusion
70°C (160°F) · 50 seconds
Third Infusion
80°C (175°F) · 40 seconds
Each spring, before the fields awaken to full harvest, a small number of tender leaves are gathered by hand at the Shibakiri-en tea gardens. Picked at the moment when the season is at its most delicate, these young leaves unfold into a tea of quiet fragrance, gentle sweetness, and a rich, savory depth that lingers on the palate. The result is a smooth, layered cup with remarkable complexity and the deep umami character prized in Japan's finest spring teas.
30g
Tea Maker:
Shibakiri-en
Shizuoka, Japan
Brewing instructions:
Use 4g tea leaves per 80ml (2.7 oz) water.
First Infusion
70°C (160°F) · 90 seconds
Second Infusion
70°C (160°F) · 50 seconds
Third Infusion
80°C (175°F) · 40 seconds
