2025 Haruki Ō-ishi Organic Kabusecha Asaonka

Organic kabusecha (shaded tea) from Mr Haruki O-ishi of Miyazaki Prefecture.

Haruki O-ishi’s organic tea farm is located in Miyakonojo, in the south of Miyazaki Prefecture.

Thanks to his dedication and professionalism, Haruki produces high-quality tea in small quantities, including rare regional cultivars.

Tea production has a long tradition in the Ō-ishi family. As a result of the global economic crisis, Haruki’s great-grandparents moved from the tea-growing region of Shizuoka to Miyazaki, where they established their own tea garden. After training at the Shizuoka Tea Research Institute, Haruki Ō-ishi took over the business and, in 2016, converted it entirely to organic farming, motivated by a desire to produce safe food for his children. Thanks to close collaboration with the Miyazaki Tea Research Institute, he is constantly introducing new varieties to his plantation. His work combines precise craftsmanship, a spirit of innovation and a deep respect for nature and tradition.

And now about the tea itself:

Kabusecha produced in the tsuyo-mushi style – with long/strong steaming during  processing . As a result, the leaves have a more damaged structure, making the infusion dense, viscous and distinctly oily in texture. The first infusion is jade-coloured, whilst subsequent infusions, noticeably thicker, reveal a bright, vivid green hue.

Flavour profile: vegetable stock, flowers, cream, very well pronounced umami. The aroma is dominated by buttery and floral notes.

The tea is full-bodied, very sweet and smooth, with relatively low bitterness.
We highly recommend it!

Tea is orignally packes in 100g vacuum bags. When you order 50g, you will receive it in our regular bag (vacuum sealed too).