Kiyoharu Tsuji’s masterful cultivation yields this unparalleled tea: bursting with umami and displaying the Asahi cultivar’s unique and elegant flavours
Located a short drive south of Uji City, Shirakawa's tea fields are nestled among rolling hills. Known primarily for producing high-grade gyokuro. Though much smaller than the nearby Wazuka and Ujitawara regions, Shirakawa is a prime growing area for top-tier Ujicha
Cultivar: Asahi
Region: Shirakawa, Kyoto
Producer: Tsujiki
Harvested: April 1st, 2024
Shading: Honzu: 40 Days
Picking: Hand-picked
Brewing Instructions
Tea/Water Ratio
1.5-2g (2 tea scoops)
60ml (2oz) of water
Water Temperature
70º C (158ºF)
Whisking
20 seconds
Meet the Producer
Seicha Tsujiki (製茶辻喜)
Cultivar: Asahi