Gyokuro SAITO 50g

• Style: Asamushi
• Cultivar: Yabukita
• Region: Honyama, Shizuoka

This gyokuro comes from the mountain tea garden of Mr. Saitō, a grower known for his uncompromising perfectionism and a deeply personal approach to tea farming. Like all of his teas, it carries the unmistakable fingerprint of his terroir — a high-mountain expression with purity and clarity — but in gyokuro form, the result is more refined, elegant, and serene.

Immerse yourself in the essence of nature with each sip of this delicious tea. The captivating flavors and aromas transport you to the mountainous Honyama region, enveloped by lush greenery. This tea is a testament to the harmonious blend of pristine air, fertile soil, and pristine natural surroundings

Area: 

Shizuoka

 The Farmer: 

Katsuya Saito 

Mr. Saitō also follows his own distinctive method for brewing gyokuro, developed through years of observation and precision: 

Preparation

 Ideal for shiboridashi or hira-kyusu teapot 

5g čaje

1st infusion    20 ml        60 °C       30 sec

2nd infusion   20 ml        50 °C       10 sec

3rd infusion   30 ml        60 °C       20 sec

4th infusion    30 ml        70 °C       10 sec

5th infusion    30 ml        95 °C       15 sec

Packed directly in Japan in the original 50g pack to maintain maximum quality.