Bancha Rarities
Unique tea specialties, including nearly forgotten traditional Banchas such as sun-dried Kamairicha and fermented teas (Hakkōcha 発酵茶). These gourmet rarities evoke a bygone era of simple rural Japanese life, far removed from the noise and pace of modern Japan. With their alkaline character and grounding, calming nature, they are the perfect choice for slowing down and embracing quiet, mindful contemplation.
Our Recommendations
Hakkocha 発酵茶
A rare, twice post-fermented tea from Japan with an elegant acidity like that of red wine. For lovers of fermented teas.
Kamairicha
An oven-fired green tea with a nutty, sweeter aroma. Less bitter and astringent than sencha, no grassiness, rich in tannins and polysaccharides
Gaba
The absence of oxygen during this tea's special storage stage causes the leaves to produce high levels of GABA (an endogenous amino acid) resulting in a creamy, buttery flavour
Fukamushi
Sencha which has been deep-steamed for up to 120 seconds. Results in an intense cup colour and a particularly strong, full body