Sencha Asanoka

Sencha Asanoka – Green Tea

Origin: Japan

Infusion Temperature: 70-80° Celsius

Infusion Time: 60-90 seconds

Serving Size: 4 grams/150-200 ml

Brewing Recommendations: Second and third infusions 30-60 seconds, adjusting steeping time with each round.

Water: Use low mineral content water to best highlight the tea’s subtle umami and minerality

Introducing Sencha Asanoka, the finest grade of Sencha available in our curated selection of Japanese green teas. This exceptional tea is cultivated in Kirishima, a renowned tea-growing region located in the southern Japanese prefecture of Kagoshima, known for its clean air, volcanic soil, and ideal microclimate for producing high-quality green teas. Harvested only once a year during the spring first flush, this tea embodies purity, freshness, and terroir-driven complexity.

Sencha Asanoka is crafted exclusively from the Asanoka cultivar a relatively rare hybrid created from Japan’s most popular tea cultivar, Yabukita, and the Chinese cultivar Hiramizu. The result is a plant that thrives in southern Japan and produces teas rich in L-theanine, the amino acid responsible for the savory sweet umami character prized in Japanese teas.

The tea leaves are typically harvested between mid to late March, when their chemical composition particularly the balance between amino acids and catechins is at its peak. The Asanoka cultivar delivers a deeply satisfying cup with layers of steamed greens, nori seaweed, and fresh-cut grass aroma with a pronounced umami richness that coats the palate with vibrant green notes of young grass and marine air flavor subtle sweetness with minimal bitterness and a smooth, silky, and persistent rounded, mellow mouthfeel. Once infused has a luminous green-yellow hue with a delicate viscosity.

This Sencha is an umami forward tea, typical of high-elevation spring harvests and cultivars rich in L-theanine, making it a delightful experience for those who appreciate the savory depth of premium Japanese green teas. And its health benefits of are not only a pleasure for the senses it also offers a wide range of health-supporting properties.

Including L-Theanine that promotes relaxation and mental clarity, supporting a state of calm alertness. Catechins (EGCG) a powerful antioxidants that support immune health and metabolic balance and a moderate theine level paired with L-theanine creates a gentle, sustained energy ideal for work, meditation, or study. Supporting digestion, hydration, and natural detoxification. This tea offers a balanced energy, perfect for moments when you need focus without the jitters of coffee.

We believe that preparing Sencha is as much an art as it is a science. We encourage experimentation, each infusion reveals new layers of flavor, making Sencha Asanoka ideal for multiple steeps and quiet moments of appreciation. This tea is a rare expression of regional identity, cultivar innovation, and artisanal processing-a premium Sencha for those who value quality and depth.

Whether you’re a seasoned tea lover or exploring high-quality Japanese green tea for the first time, Sencha Asanoka offers a genuine, grounding, and rewarding experience. Its delicate, umami-rich character makes it perfect for contemplative brewing, slow mornings, or pairing with light Japanese cuisine. Enjoy a taste of Kirishima’s spring through the vibrant, savory essence of Sencha Asanoka.