Hoji Tencha
Hoji Tencha
Hoji Tencha
Hoji Tencha

Hoji Tencha

Green tea, Japan

Green tencha tea is the basis for making matcha, which is grown in a shaded area to develop its mellowness and umami. Here, Mr. Takashi Kanai of Azuma Tea Farm roasts a part of his tencha including stems and pieces of leaves. It develops in cup a lot of sweetness on a dried fruits and toasted background, ideal with soba or gyoza. As good hot as cold!

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  • 4 min

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Producer

Azuma Tea Farm

Takashi Kanai and his family

Azuma Tea Farm was founded in 1868, the first year of the Meiji era of renewal. Mr. Takashi Kanai is the 4th generation to develop this historic tea heritage.Azuma Tea Farm is located in Wazuka, a few kilometers from the town of Uji, the birthplace of matcha.On 5 ha, Takashi Kanai San and his family produce matcha, one of their specialties, as well as sencha, known as Zairai, from tea...

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