Assortment of Ohmi Single Origin Teas

Koka City, famous for Uji tea, lies east of Kyoto in Shiga Prefecture, this is where Ohmi tea is produced.
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 beautifully clean waters from the surrounding Suzuka mountains.

According to the legends, Zen monks brought the first tea seeds to the area in the 14th century from Kyoto, so zen temples cultivated Ohmi tea first. Thanks to its characteristic aromas, by the 19th century, it became much in demand, even for export.

Most green teas on the market are mixes of several different kinds of teas. A wide variety of teas are produced throughout Japan, each of which has its own character. Tasting more than one kinds side by side, comparing them to each other is a peculiarly delectable way to enjoy tea.

Learn about the various kinds of teas, produced exclusively in Shiga Prefecture, compare them and enjoy the differences. By mixing single origin teas, you can make your own blends, or find our recipes in your package and try our favorite blends!

Now buy our new complete tea set for 10% discount, and enjoy this tea selection from appropriate tea ware, recommended by Japanese tea instructors, this way making the tea experience perfect for you and your friends!

This assortment contains 6 × 30 g Japanese green tea variants:

▶︎ ASAMIYA YABUKITA 2021
This tea has a strong fragrance and clear taste and is also flavorful and nutritious.
Origin: Asamiya, Shigaraki-Cho, Koka-shi, Shiga Prefecture
Altitude: 550 meters
Picking time: middle of May 2021
Cultivation method: grown in direct sunlight
Temperature for roasting: 70℃

▶︎ TONGU OKUMIDORI 2021
The sweet aftertaste remains in the mouth for a while. This tea is often mixed with Yabukita.
Origin: Tongu, Tsuchiyama-Cho, Koka-shi, Shiga Prefecture
Altitude: 250 meters
Picking time: middle of May 2021
Cultivation method: shaded for 15 days
Temperature for roasting: 70-80℃

▶︎ TONGU SAEMIDORI 2021
The color brewing from this tea is a beautiful clear green. This tea has a rich and sweet taste, and its fragrance is also fresh and sweet.
Origin: Tongu, Tsuchiyama-Cho, Koka-shi, Shiga Prefecture
Altitude: 250 meters
Picking time: the beginning of May 2021
Cultivation method: shaded for 15 days
Temperature for roasting: 70-80℃

▶︎ TONGU ASATSUYU 2021
This tea has a rich and sweet taste. It is called “Natural Gyokuro.” It has a characteristic smell like roasted sweet potatoes.
Origin: Tongu, Tsuchiyama-Cho, Koka-shi, Shiga Prefecture
Altitude: 300 meters
Picking time: middle of May 2021
Cultivation method: grown in direct sunlight
Temperature for roasting: 70-80℃

▶︎ TONGU OKUYUTAKA 2021
This tea has a robust taste with a roasted aroma. It has a more comforting, rather than sophisticated taste.
Origin: Tongu, Tsuchiyama-Cho, Koka-shi, Shiga Prefecture
Altitude: 200 meters
Picking time: middle of May 2021
Cultivation method: shaded for 15 days
Temperature for roasting: 70-80℃

▶︎ ASAMIYA KOUSHUN 2021
Koushun is a precious tea that is cultivated in Asamiya, Shigaraki-Cho, a famous place for the production center of Yabukita. It is completely different from other teas which are widely familiar. It has a unique fragrance and tastes just like herbal tea.
Origin: Asamiya, Shigaraki-Cho, Koka-shi, Shiga Prefecture
Altitude: 500 meters
Picking time: middle of May 2021
Cultivation method: shaded for 5 days
Temperature for roasting: 70℃

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