From Yamashiro, one of Kyoto’s leading suppliers of premium Uji-style teas, this “Uji Hikari” variety gyokuro tea is grown by Seiichi Yamaoka, a tea farmer in the south of Ujitawara Town, Tsuzuki District, Kyoto Prefecture. It features a light taste, rich sweetness, and a mellow aroma combined with the finest umami.

Gyokuro is the highest grade of Japanese green tea, grown on special tea plantations and traditionally shaded with straw mats for the last 3-4 weeks before picking. This tea is best enjoyed in small sips, to allow the rich aroma, and gentle, subtle flavors to fill your palate.

Ingredient Origin: Ujitawara Town, Tsuzuki District, Kyoto Prefecture

Characteristics (on a scale of 1 - 5): Sweetness - 4; Umami - 4; Bitterness - 0; Aroma - 4

Contents: 100 g (50 g x 2)

Made in Japan

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