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Oohashiri Shincha

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Oohashiri is a fragrant, piercing shincha that captures the essence of the early harvest. Its vivid sweetness speaks to meticulous leaf selection, while its striking color reflects the signature character of Chiran, Kagoshima. This is a tea defined by its moment—available only in the narrow window of early spring, when the freshness of the early ripening Kuritawase cultivar and perennial favorite Saemidori cultivar are at their peak. Crafted under the care of Ikeda-san, a 10th-degree tea master, this is far from an ordinary seasonal release. It is a clear, confident expression of shincha at its highest level.

Tasting Notes

  • Spring Grass
  • Dried Florals
  • Wilted Greens

Information

Producer: The Ikeda Family
Cultivar: Blend
Production Area: Kagoshima
Production Year: 2026
Packaging: 100g bag

  • Grassy
  • Floral
  • Verdant

Oohashiri is a fragrant, piercing shincha that captures the essence of the early harvest. Its vivid sweetness speaks to meticulous leaf selection, while its striking color reflects the signature character of Chiran, Kagoshima. This is a tea defined by its moment—available only in the narrow window of early spring, when freshness is at its peak. Crafted under the care of Ikeda-san, a 10th-degree tea master, this is far from an ordinary seasonal release. It is a clear, confident expression of shincha at its highest level.

Preparation

Hot

Water: 180ml (175°F)
Leaf Amount: 5-6g
Brew Time: 1 minute

Iced

Water: 150ml (cold)
Leaf Amount: 6g
Brew Time: 5 minutes

Pour over ice

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The Ikeda Family

Led by Kenta Ikeda — a certified 10th-Dan Tea Master (an elite rank held by only a few in Japan) — the Ikeda family selects leaves from Kagoshima’s diverse terroirs and refines them in two dedicated factories (one for sencha/roasted leaves, one for matcha) to guarantee exceptional taste and safety for both domestic and global markets. True to its roots in the Tenmonkan district of Kagoshima, The Ikeda family remains committed to elevating Kagoshima tea’s reputation worldwide, while staying grounded in craftsmanship.

An unwavering commitment to quality.

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