Hon Yama: Shincha from Japan’s ‘Shizuoka Alps’

Hon Yama: Shincha from Japan’s ‘Shizuoka Alps’

The Hon Yama tea growing region is located along the streams and valleys of the Abe and Warashina Rivers at the base of Shizuoka’s Southern Alps. It is a renowned terroir for sencha aficionados with natural micro-climates that are exclusive to the remote inner reaches of the Shizuoka Prefecture.

Date:

June 02, 2023

Author:

Rishi Tea

Tags:

garden_direct, origin:japan, origins_and_travel, tea_type:green_tea

Share:

Email Facebook Instagram

Similar Articles To Explore

Garden Direct Spring Harvest Field Report

Garden Direct Spring Harvest Field Report

Spring harvest season is underway, and with it comes the anticipation of fresh, vibrant teas from across the globe. From early batches of sun-dried teas in Yunnan and Thailand to the slow-growing buds of Japan’s Shincha and Darjeeling’s first flush, we’re tracking weather, quality and timing to bring you the best of the season. Explore what’s arriving soon at Rishi and what we’re most excited about this spring.
Kuradashi: Fine Aged Japanese Green Teas

Kuradashi: Fine Aged Japanese Green Teas

Japanese Kuradashi tea, intentionally “aged tea released for sale” is a unique and highly sought-after style of tea in Japan. Kuradashi tea are teas that have benefited from aging in the traditional method of storing and maturing green tea leaves for 1-2 years in special storage conditions, resulting in a distinctive flavor profile and enhanced quality. 
Maker Spotlight: Rikio-San

Maker Spotlight: Rikio-San

Discover one of our favorite new tea farmers in the Hon Yama region of Japan.
Nishi-San's Organic Vintage Matcha

Nishi-San's Organic Vintage Matcha

The Nishi family's expertly crafted, organic Vintage Matcha selection brings four unique cultivars—Saemidori, Kanayamidori, Asanoka, and Asatsuyu—aged for over a year to enhance umami depth and flavor complexity.