Teas from Nara
Unique tea rarities from Nara Prefecture, with a focus on rare, traditional Bancha such as Winter Kancha and sun-dried Kamairicha teas. As Japan’s first imperial capital, Nara carries a rich tea heritage and its atmosphere of deep tranquillity and contemplation is reflected in the soothing character of its teas.
Our Recommendations
Bancha
A variety of green tea traditionally made from the coarser leaves of later harvests. Mild and alkaline with a certain minerality. A good evening tea; low in caffeine
Sencha
Steamed and rolled, packed with catechins, with lots of umami and a rich flavour – the queen of Japanese green tea
Blends
Our selection of traditional Japanese green and black tea blends, harmoniously combined with herbs and flowers
Sannen Bancha
An alkalising and rare green tea which, due to its 3-year growth/storage period, develops special polysaccharides and a mild sweetness. A Yang tea virtually free from caffeine