Matcha Houki

Houki is a deliciously full-bodied koicha tea, rich in flavors and magical aromas offering an unforgettable experience. Its taste lingers in the mouth long after consumption. It is primarily a koicha tea, yet it’s also delicious as a usucha. It tolerates lower temperature water well, and is not prone to turning bitter. It is a more full-bodied and sweeter tea compared to the Koun, next on our list.

The meaning of Houki "宝亀" :
This tea's name has been given as a prayer for a long life blessed with wealth.
The Chinese character「宝」 (read here as “hou”) has the meaning of something owned which is precious and treasured, while「亀」(read as “ki” in this compound) is the character for “turtle”. Turtles are considered as auspicious creatures due to their long lives giving them appeal as a symbol of longevity. In fact, there is a saying that while a crane signifies 1,000 years, a turtle represents 10,000.

Please note, that Sazen Tea does not keep this product in stock. We get all matcha and tea powder fresh from the factories only after an order is placed for it on our website, and this process can take a few days. Thank you for your patience!

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