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Organic Sencha Green Tea 3.5 oz (100g)
Organic Sencha Green Tea 3.5 oz (100g)
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Best Before Note
Best enjoyed by August 30, 2026. This is an organic loose-leaf sencha, so it stays best when stored sealed, cool, dry, and away from light. We recommend brewing your way through the bag well before this date for the brightest aroma.
Product Facts
- Origin: Kawane, Shizuoka, Japan
- Producer: Taruwakien — a family tea farm in Kawane, organic for over 40 years
- Cultivar: Yabukita
- Certification: JAS Organic
- Style: Everyday sencha
- Net weight: 100g / 3.5 oz (about 30 to 35 cups)
- Taste profile: Clean aroma, gentle sweetness, light umami, smooth body, refreshing green finish
- Best for: Daily organic green tea, mornings, work breaks, and cold brew
A Refreshing Organic Sencha from Kawane, Shizuoka
This JAS-certified organic sencha comes from Taruwakien, a family tea farm in Kawane — a mountain tea district in Shizuoka — that has grown tea organically for more than 40 years. Made from Yabukita, Japan’s classic sencha cultivar, it brews into a refreshing daily cup with light umami, smooth body, and a clear green finish.
Kawane sits along the upper Oi River, where cool mountain air and clear water shape teas with a gentle, well-balanced character. Yabukita is Japan’s classic sencha cultivar, familiar for its balanced green aroma, light umami, and refreshing finish.
We like this tea as the everyday green tea in the cabinet — the bag you reach for in the morning, between meetings, or over ice on a warm afternoon. It is generous in a 100g size, comfortable to brew, and easy to share.
Who This Tea Is For
- For people who want a certified organic Japanese green tea for daily drinking
- For sencha drinkers who want a clean, smooth, balanced cup rather than a heavy or astringent one
- For new Japanese-green-tea drinkers who want a familiar, easy-to-enjoy starting point
- For cold brew in warm weather — the Kawane profile stays clean and refreshing
- For customers building a multi-tea order from Japan
What Makes This Tea Different
- Kawane character: Kawane gives the tea a clean, gentle profile suited to everyday drinking, with a clean aroma and balanced sweetness.
- Taruwakien — over 40 years organic: This tea is grown by Taruwakien, a family farm in Kawane that has farmed organically for more than 40 years. Organic tea farming is demanding and still uncommon; that long, unbroken commitment is what stands behind this everyday cup.
- Yabukita cultivar: Yabukita gives a familiar sencha balance — green aroma, light umami, and a refreshing finish — that is easy to enjoy day to day.
- JAS Organic certification: Certified under Japan’s JAS Organic standard. A good choice for customers specifically seeking certified organic Japanese green tea.
Taste Profile
- Aroma: Clean and fresh, with a soft green character
- Palate: Gentle sweetness, light umami, smooth body
- Finish: Refreshing green finish, easy to return to throughout the day
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Compared with a premium Kagoshima sencha like Saemidori, this Kawane sencha is lighter and more transparent, leaning on a clean refreshing finish rather than a deep umami push. Compared with a matcha-coated sencha like Okumidori with Matcha, it brews a clearer, less full-bodied cup, which suits cold brew and daily drinking especially well.
How to Brew Organic Sencha
Hot Brew
- Tea: 3g
- Water: 200ml / 6.8 fl oz
- Temperature: 75-80 C / 167-176 F
- Time: 60 to 90 seconds
For an everyday cup, around 80 C / 176 F gives a balanced extraction. If you prefer a softer, sweeter cup, brew a little cooler (around 75 C / 167 F) and a little longer.
Second Infusion
- Water: 80 C / 176 F
- Time: About 15 seconds
Cold Brew
- Tea: 5g
- Water: 500ml / 17 fl oz
- Time: 3 to 6 hours in the refrigerator
Cold brew brings out a clean, mellow sweetness with very little bitterness, which suits this Kawane sencha’s refreshing character especially well.
Organic Certification
This tea is certified organic under Japan’s JAS Organic standard and is sold as organic in the U.S. under the U.S.-Japan organic equivalence arrangement. If you are building a certified-organic tea collection from Japan, this Kawane sencha is a clean baseline alongside our other organic teas.
Teas to Try Alongside This One
Organic Sencha is a broad entry into Japanese green tea, so it pairs naturally with a wide range of styles. These are good companions to add when ordering from Japan, each opening up a different angle on what Japanese tea can be.
- Organic Sencha Superior: the spring-pick version of this tea from the same Kawane farm — rounder and mellower, where this everyday Organic Sencha is brighter and more refreshing. Try them side by side.
- Organic Genmaicha with Matcha: for a toasty, certified-organic loose-leaf green tea with roasted rice and matcha color.
- Saemidori: for a premium Kagoshima sencha with a soft, mellow umami profile.
- Organic Matcha Superior: for a whisked, powdered green tea with a fuller shaded-tea character.
- Kyoto Hon-Gyokuro: for a special-occasion shaded green tea brewed cooler and more concentrated.
- Honoka Wakocha: for a floral Japanese black tea, a gentle contrast to everyday green tea.
Shipping from Japan
This tea ships directly from Japan. If you are ordering from overseas, it often makes sense to bring several teas together — this Kawane organic sencha pairs naturally with a premium sencha, a matcha, and a gyokuro to taste the range of Japanese green tea side by side.
Comparison FAQ
Is this tea organic?
Yes. This Organic Sencha is certified under Japan’s JAS Organic standard.
How is this different from Saemidori?
Saemidori is a premium Kagoshima sencha with softer sweetness and a deeper umami push. This Kawane Organic Sencha is a lighter, cleaner everyday cup with a refreshing green finish — a gentler profile for daily drinking.
How is this different from Okumidori with Matcha?
Okumidori with Matcha is sencha coated with matcha, so it brews with a more vivid green color and fuller body. This Kawane Organic Sencha is plain loose-leaf sencha with a cleaner, more transparent profile, which works especially well over ice.
How is this different from Kyoto Hon-Gyokuro?
Kyoto Hon-Gyokuro is a shaded premium gyokuro with deep umami and a unique seaweed-leaning savory note, brewed at low temperatures. This Kawane Organic Sencha is unshaded everyday sencha, brewed at higher temperatures, and tastes much lighter and more refreshing.
Can I cold brew this tea?
Yes. Use 5g of tea with 500ml of cold water and steep in the refrigerator for 3 to 6 hours. The cup will be clean, mellow, and slightly sweet, which suits this Kawane sencha’s everyday character well.
FAQ
Q. How soon will my order be shipped?
A. We typically ship orders within 1-3 business days. In the rare event that an item is out of stock, it may take longer. If that happens, we will contact you directly to discuss the options.
Q. What is your return policy?
A. If there is a quality issue, damage, defect, or wrong item, please contact us within 30 days so we can arrange a refund or replacement. Unopened tea in its original factory-sealed package and unused tea ware can be returned within 14 days. Opened tea cannot be returned for food-safety reasons. Orders can be cancelled before shipment. Please see our Refund Policy for the full terms.
Q. Is this tea organic?
A. Yes. This tea is certified organic under Japan's JAS Organic standard and is sold as organic in the U.S. under the U.S.-Japan organic equivalence arrangement.
Q. Will I have to pay customs and import taxes?
A. For U.S. orders, import duties and related charges are currently handled by ShiZen Tea when applicable, so you should not normally be asked to pay customs charges on delivery. For other countries, customs duties, import taxes, or local fees may vary depending on your country's regulations and may be charged to the buyer. Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure.
Q. Can I track my order?
A. Yes, tracking is available for all orders. Once your order has been shipped, you will receive a confirmation email containing your tracking number and a link to track your package.
Q. How much caffeine does this tea contain?
A. Yes. Like other Japanese green teas, this tea contains caffeine. The exact amount can vary depending on the tea amount, water temperature, and steeping time. If you are sensitive to caffeine, we recommend enjoying it earlier in the day.
Q. How should I store the tea?
A. Please store the tea in a cool, dark place, away from heat, humidity, and direct sunlight. After opening, seal the package tightly and enjoy it as soon as possible, while the aroma is still fresh.
Q. What payment methods do you accept?
A. We accept all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) as well as PayPal.