Saemidori - Gyokuro

This exceptional Gyokuro, made from the Saemidori cultivar, was chosen by the individual champion of the 2025 National Tea Appraisal Skills Competition as a tea of the highest quality. Shade-grown for about three weeks before harvest, it develops a signature depth of umami and elegant sweetness.

Rich and savory — almost like sipping warm dashi — it offers a smooth, concentrated flavor with a gentle, lingering finish. The result is a deeply soothing tea, perfect for quiet, reflective moments.

Hand-picked and hand-rolled by tea master Noboru Endou, each leaf reflects the care and tradition of Shizuoka’s finest craftsmanship.

Take your time — pour slowly and savor each condensed drop.

Preparation

1. Put 1 teaspoon (about 8g) of tea into a teapot.

2. Pour warm water at 50°C (50–100ml) into the teapot and steep for 90 seconds.

Pour the tea little by little while alternating between cups so that the flavor is evenly distributed and each cup has the same richness.