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Hojicha
Kinezuka Pest.Free

Highest Grade 98 P.

SKU
4806
Hojicha Kinezuka Pesticide-Free
Hojicha Kinezuka Pesticide-Free
Hojicha Kinezuka Pesticide-Free
Hojicha Kinezuka Pesticide-Free
Hojicha Kinezuka Pesticide-Free
Hojicha Kinezuka Pesticide-Free
Rare hojicha with a strong mountain character made from the 1st harvest (ichibancha) of yabukita. Directly sourced from the tea farm Kinezuka in the heart of Shizuoka. Refined and elegant taste with a delicate sweet finish. 100g
  • Fine Hojicha made exclusively from first-harvest (Ichibancha) Yabukita Sencha
  • Outstanding terroir at the foot of Mount Fuji
  • Nature-oriented approach to tea cultivation, with self-imposed standards that exceed conventional requirements
  • Pesticide-free cultivation since 1976
  • The exceptional terroir and cultivation methods produce a remarkably vibrant and full-bodied tea
Character Strong mountain character with delicate notes of roasted sweet corn and walnut
Tea Garden Kinezuka farm
Terroir Setonoya, Fujieda, Shizuoka
Harvest 1st harvest (ichibancha), beginning of May, 2025
Cultivar Yabukita (100%)
Elevation 200-400m above sea level
Steaming Medium to deep (chumushi, 60-90 seconds)
Roast Strong roasting, dark brown colour
Cultivation Cultivation without the use of chemical pesticides
Laboratory Tests Radioactivity (annual test of region) and pesticides
Grade 98/100 p. (hojicha category); Highest Grade
€16.90
80g

Delivery : up to 5 business days

Incl. VAT, excl. shipping

SKU
4806
€211.25 / 1kg
In stock
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Tea Farm

The Kinezuka tea garden is distinguished by its deep commitment to natural cultivation and its exceptionally high standards. This includes completely avoiding even those pesticides that are still permitted under Japan’s JAS organic standards.

As early as 1976, Kinezuka established a cooperative of farmers in the Fujieda region, united by a commitment to growing tea free from harmful chemical residues. Today, more than 26 farms from across the region have joined the group. They work together to continually refine their cultivation methods, as well as create a holistic, region-wide system centred on "people, agriculture and nature".

Hojicha Kinezuka Pesticide-Free

Character

Flavour

This exquisite hojicha is made exclusively from 1st harvest (ichibancha) leaves of the yabukita cultivar from the Kinezuka Tea Garden. Deep steaming (fukamushi) and a thorough roasting of the tea yield an elegant aroma with notes of sweet corn and walnut that round off the hojicha's strong mountain character. The delicately sweet finish makes for a premium hojicha.

Leaf

Stems and fine leaves

Cup

Delicate orange

Hojicha Kinezuka Pesticide-Free

Hojicha

Hojicha's fine needles are gently roasted in special Hojicha roasters after being processed into Sencha or Bancha, whereby they develop malty sweet aromas and even caramel notes. Unlike most other Hojicha teas on the market, we only use absolute top quality and 1st harvests, a difference that has an extremely positive effect on both taste and nutritional content. Due to its mild flavour profile, Hojicha is also extremely popular in Japan, particularly during the winter holidays and after sumptuous meals and feasts.

Yoshien Labortests

Laboratory Tests

We go to great lengths to identify the finest organic tea farms across the world’s most celebrated terroirs. All our teas are sourced directly from the farmer and, with a few exceptions, are certified organic or come from pesticide-free farms. Each batch of tea for every harvest is tested for pesticides and other pollutants in an independent German lab to ensure they meet our strict quality standards as well as HACCP food safety requirements. Likewise, the regions of Japan from which we source our teas are tested for radioactivity for every harvest.
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Yoshi En

Premium Organic Teas

Our comprehensive portfolio focuses on organic, single-origin teas sourced directly from renowned farms. We believe in creating partnerships with farmers who share our values and are committed to sustainable, responsible tea cultivation. Thanks to these strong relationships our exciting range is constantly growing and evolving. As an international team of dedicated and passionate tea experts, we are committed to preserving centuries-old tea culture while ensuring it remains relevant and continues to bring joy in the present. About Yoshi En.

Cultivation & Processing

The tea farm is idyllically situated in the mountains above Fujieda, near the village of Nakayama. It is renowned for its exemplary and exceptionally rigorous approach to natural cultivation.

Alongside its distinctive, naturally grown teas – ranging from Sencha and Kabusecha to Bancha, Hojicha and black tea – the farm also produces outstanding rice, vegetables and fruit, most notably Mikan (Japanese mandarins).

Single Origin

This tea is exclusively sourced from the above mentioned tea farm in Setonoya. Sourced directly from the tea farmer.

100% pure

Preparation

Brewing Guide

2 heaped tsp per 200-300ml (60°C) water. Steep for 2 minutes.  

Packaging

High quality, airtight, resealable standing zipper pouch with 9 protective layers to preserve flavour and protect against oxidation and contamination. The tea is vacuum packaged according to the highest standards in Japan, with a small quantity of nitrogen added to the package to protect against oxidation.

Recommended Teapot

The ideal teapot for this hojicha is a brown kyusu or dobin for hojicha (which allows it to develop a more full-bodied flavour). For a more neutral taste, a black tokoname kyusu with a fine ceramic sieve can be used.

Recommended Storage

Ideally store in a quality tea caddy made from cherry tree bark (wooden, kabazaiku chazutsu) or an airtight, double-coated metal tin.

Test results

Test results
We find it very important that our teas are pure and produced in a way that respects the environment. For this reason, each one of our teas is tested for pesticide residues by an independent laboratory, the results of which can be found here. Some of our teas are also tested for specific nutritional compounds, in which case the test results are also published here.
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