Shincha 88yanotsuyu – The First Tea of the Year from Shizuoka

A tea like the first breath of spring – fresh, light, and full of new energy.

 

1. A Moment That Happens Only Once a Year

Shincha 88yanotsuyu comes from the very first harvest of the year, picked between late April and early May in Japan's traditional tea region, Shizuoka.

The young, tender leaves are full of vibrant freshness, producing an aroma reminiscent of fresh greenery, mild sweetness, and clear spring mornings.

A cup of Shincha is like a new beginning – bright, fragrant, and full of lightness.

 

2. Flavor Profile

• Aroma: spring-fresh, green, slightly sweet

• Taste: mild, young, juicy, pleasantly rounded

• Mouthfeel: soft, refreshing, and silky

• Aftertaste: clear, slightly sweet, and uncomplicated

An ideal tea for those who want to experience the pure, original freshness of the first harvest.

 

3. Origin – Shizuoka, Japan's Most Famous Green Tea Region

 

For centuries, Shizuoka has been one of the leading regions for high-quality green tea.

Its natural conditions give Shincha its typical freshness:

✔ clear mountain air

✔ mineral-rich soils

✔ abundant sunlight

✔ fog from the coastal region

This combination makes Shizuoka Shincha particularly fragrant, clean, and expressive.

 

4. Special Characteristics of Shincha – 88yanotsuyu

This tea:

• comes from the first harvest (Ichibancha)

• is made from particularly young buds

• has a natural, almost youthful sweetness

• is available only once a year and for a short period

The number "88" symbolically represents good luck and the first tea harvest in Japan — a tea with tradition and meaning.

 

5. Brewing Recommendation

For a perfect Shincha experience:

• 5 g to 450 ml

• 80 °C

• 1st infusion: 60–90 seconds

• 2nd infusion: 10 seconds

With slightly cooler water, the tea becomes even sweeter and softer.

 

6. A Tea That Brings Spring to Your Cup

The Shincha 88yanotsuyu is a tea full of energy and lightness – ideal for anyone seeking a fresh, harmonious spring tea.

Perfect for your daily ritual when you need clarity, lightness, and new inspiration.

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