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Katsuya Saito

Saito Organic Farm

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 "By avoiding pesticides and chemical fertilizers, we can prevent soil and river pollution. It is essential not to destabilize the natural ecosystem."

 

Mr. Saito transitioned to organic farming 40 years ago. Like anyone venturing down untrodden paths, he faced a difficult start. However, today, his teas rank among the finest in the entire Hon’yama region.

His tea farm is located in the renowned Hon’yama area of Shizuoka Prefecture. The mountainous conditions, frequent fog, and sharp contrasts between day and night temperatures nurture high-quality tea leaves. The resulting tea, known as yama no cha, or "tea of the mountains," is distinguished by its refreshing aroma, delicate flavor, and pleasant mineral balance.

Saito Tea Garden has held JAS organic certification since 2001. Mr. Saito prioritizes environmental preservation: no pesticides or chemical fertilizers are used, opting instead for a natural ecosystem that emphasizes food chains and protection of the surrounding landscape. The result is a nutrient-rich tea grown in harmony with nature.

His teas undergo a short asamushi steaming process (浅蒸し), allowing the leaves to retain their natural structure and nutrients. This process results in a beautiful golden-green infusion with a vibrant aroma and intense flavor.

Gyokuro Saito
2025 New
Gyokuro SAITO 50g
900 Kč

Mountain gyokuro of mister Saito. One and only.     05/2025 - Shizuoka

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1896
Ohashiri Saito
2025 SHINCHA
SHINCHA OHASHIRI SAITO 50g
900 Kč

Selection from the spring harvest of Mr. Saito’s legendary mountain garden – ultimate freshness and intense stimulation    05/2025 - Shizuoka

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1471
Originaru N 15 Saito
2025 SHINCHA New
SHINCHA ORIGINARU SAITO 50g
750 Kč

Mountain shincha from natural tea farm of Mr Saito. Cultivar N-15    05/2025 - Shizuoka

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1453
SAITO
2025 SHINCHA New
SHINCHA ORIGINARU N-25 SAITO 50g
490 Kč

Mountain shincha from natural tea farm of Mr Saito. Cultivar N-25    05/2025 - Shizuoka

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SAITO N-25
SAITO
2025 SHINCHA
SHINCHA ORIGINARU N-35 SAITO 50g
490 Kč

Mountain shincha from natural tea farm of Mr Saito. Cultivar N-35    05/2025 - Shizuoka

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1902
Okuharuka Saito
2025 SHINCHA New
SENCHA OKUHARUKA SAITO 50g
450 Kč

Mountain shincha from the Okuharuka cultivar from Mr. Saito’s natural farm.     05/2025 - Shizuoka

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1776
Fukamidori Saito
2025 SHINCHA
SHINCHA FUKAMIDORI SAITO 50g
450 Kč

Mountain shincha from the Fukamirdori cultivar from Mr. Saito’s natural farm.     05/2025 - Shizuoka

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10003
Harumoegi Saito
2025 SHINCHA New
SHINCHA HARUMOEGI SAITO 50g
450 Kč

Mountain shincha from the Haruomegi cultivar from Mr. Saito’s natural farm.     harvest time: may - Shizuoka

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1456
SAITO
2025 SHINCHA New
SHINCHA KIRARI SAITO 50g
450 Kč

Mountain shincha from the natural farm of the Mr Saito. Kirari single cultivar.    05/2025 - Shizuoka

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10001
SAITO
New 2024 SHINCHA
SHINCHA OKUYUTAKA SAITO 50g
450 Kč

Mountain shincha from natural farm of Mr Saito. Okuyu taka cultivar.    05/2024 - Shizuoka

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1457
SAITO
2025 SHINCHA
SHINCHA SAEAKARI SAITO 50g
450 Kč

Mountain shincha from the natural farm of the Mr Saito. Saeakari cultivar.    05/2025 - Shizuoka

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1454
Saemidori Saito
2025 SHINCHA
SHINCHA SAEMIDORI SAITOI 50g
450 Kč

Mountain shincha from Saemidori cultivar. From natural tea garden of Mr Saito.    05 (May) - Shizuoka

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1450
SAITO
2025 New SHINCHA
SHINCHA YUMESURUGA SAITO 50g
450 Kč

Mountain shincha from the natural farm of the Mr Saito. Yumesuruga single cultivar.    05/2025 - Shizuoka

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10002
SAITO
2025 SHINCHA
SHINCHA YUMEWAKABA SAITO 50g
450 Kč

Mountain shincha from organic plantation of Mr Saito. Cultivar Yumewakaba.    05/2024 - Shizuoka

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1455
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