Shizuoka Kawane Sencha - First Flush

Shizuoka Kawane Sencha — First Flush (88th Night)

In Japan, the 88th night after the first day of spring is considered the most auspicious time to harvest tea. Leaves picked on this day are believed to bring good health and longevity — and one sip of this tea will show you why it's so celebrated.

Why You'll Love It

• 🌸 First flush harvest — picked at the peak of the season when tea leaves are at their most tender and flavourful
• 🏞️ Kawane region — grown in the mountain river valleys of Shizuoka, shaped by clean water and clean air
• 🍃 Deep-steamed (Fukamushi) — longer steaming creates a richer, fuller flavour with a beautiful dark green colour
• 🌿 Smooth & umami-rich — naturally sweet with a deep, savoury character unique to deep-steamed Sencha
• ✈️ Direct from Shizuoka — Japan's most famous tea-producing region

About Kawane & Fukamushi Sencha

Kawane is a remote mountain region within Shizuoka Prefecture, surrounded by the Oi River valley. The cool mountain air, morning mist and clean river water create ideal conditions for growing Sencha with exceptional depth. Fukamushi (deep-steamed) Sencha is steamed for twice as long as regular Sencha, breaking down the leaves more finely and producing a richer, less astringent brew with a distinctive needle-like appearance.

Brew Guide

1. Use 3–5g of loose leaf tea per cup
2. Pour 70–75°C water over the leaves
3. Steep for 45–60 seconds (shorter than regular Sencha due to the fine leaves)
4. Pour fully and enjoy. Re-steep 2–3 times

💡 Tip: Use a fine-mesh strainer as the deep-steamed leaves are finely broken.

Origin: Kawane, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan