Akio's Shin Gyokuro Green Tea
Produced in the Yame region of Japan, Akio’s Shin Gyokuro is a shaded loose-leaf green tea with deep, rich umami and a hint of natural sweetness. Made from young, delicate leaves, it yields a smooth, full-bodied cup reminiscent of fukamushi, or deep-steamed teas.
One of Japan’s most renowned cultivars, Yabukita produces a well-balanced tea with bright, vibrant flavors and subtle herbal and mineral undertones—qualities often found in high-altitude mountain-grown teas. Enjoy this tea as a moment to focus and ground yourself, bringing a sense of calm to wherever your day leads.
About the farmer: Akio Kurihara is a nationally recognized, fourth-generation, award-winning tea farmer. He is one of six growers working a small, secluded plot in Yame where this tea is produced. His work aims not only to share the depth and complexity of umami-rich Yame tea, but also to preserve and showcase the region’s knowledge and craftsmanship.
Ingredients: shade-grown Yabukita green tea leaves
Made by: Akio Kurihara + Comins Tea
Origin: Yabe-mura, Yame-shi, Fukuoka prefecture, Japan
Specifications: 50 g
Use:
- Use 4 tsp of tea for every 6.8 oz. (200 mL) of water, heated to 176℉.
- Steep for 1 minute, or until desired.
- These tea leaves can be brewed up to four times—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.
Further Reading: Since 2007, Rob & Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.
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