Ohmi Shincha Saemidori

Origin: Tongu, Tsuchiyama-Cho, Koka-shi, Shiga Prefecture
Altitude: 300 meters
Picking time: mid May 2026
Cultivation method: grown in direct sunlight
Steaming time: 30 seconds

Ohmi tea has great prestige and is loved by many for its rich flavor and fragrance, which are brought about by the rich nature, plenty of sunshine and the beautiful water and air from the surrounding Suzuka mountains.

Saemidori is an outstanding early-budding cultivar registered in 1990. It was bred in 1969 at the Makurazaki Tea Research Station by crossing Yabukita with Asatsuyu. The name “Saemidori” comes from the vivid, fresh-green color of its first-flush shoots.

It is known for its excellent quality: fresh-green appearance, deep green liquor, elegant and refined aroma, strong umami, and notably low astringency.

When the bag is opened, the fresh leaves release a sweet, citrusy, and fruity sencha aroma. Heated in the kyusu, the aroma of dry leaves becomes sweeter and rounder with more depth.

Brewing recommendation (200 ml):
1st infusion: 70°C for 1 minute
2nd infusion: 75°C for 30 seconds

The first brew produces an oily, beautiful pale yellow-green liquor with "fine young leaf hairs (Mōji / 毛茸)" floating on the surface, a clear sign of high quality.
The flavor is light and refreshing with grassy notes, green melon-like sweetness, and a pleasant lime aroma.

The second infusion shows a slightly more yellow hue but remains vibrant and flavorful. Saemidori does not turn bitter easily, making it flexible even at slightly higher temperatures.

This refined, elegant sencha offers excellent balance and low astringency. It is a true standout among modern Japanese green teas and performs well as a high-grade sencha.

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