Exquisite hand-picked Gyokuro from Hoshino, Fukuoka — a region renowned for premium tea. Savor its deep, lingering sweetness and unmatched delicacy
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Nestled in the mountains of Yame, Hoshino-mura is one of Japan’s few remaining producers of Traditional Hon-Gyokuro — the pinnacle of Japanese green tea. Gyokuro is crafted by shading tea plants during the final weeks before harvest, slowing photosynthesis to suppress bitterness and enhance amino acids that create deep umami. The result is a tea of remarkable sweetness, softness, and depth — a flavor that feels almost like a gentle broth. In Hoshino-mura, artisans still practice the straw-covered “hon-ooi” shading method and hand-picking each tender leaf, a process that demands both patience and devotion. The cool mountain air, morning mist, and clear spring water nurture tea leaves of exceptional quality, producing a serene and lingering taste unique to this region. When stone-milled into matcha, Hoshino’s Gyokuro reveals its signature silky texture, rich umami, and elegant sweetness, offering a calm, meditative experience in every cup — a true expression of harmony and craftsmanship.
YOUR DAILY PREPARATION RITUAL: THE PERFECT CUP
Use approximately 3g of Gyokuro leaves to a small teapot or cup.
Pour about 40ml of hot water (50-60°C is the key)
Let steep for 2.5 minutes
Pour gently until the last drop: enjoy the deep umami
