[JAS Organic Certified] 2026 Shincha Yabukita

Our Shincha Yabukita is a sencha with a refreshing vegetal profile, perfectly representative of the awakening of the spring landscape in Wazuka. This 2026 first-flush sencha comes from our cherished tea field beside Hakusan Shrine, located just steps away from our d:matcha storefront. As the very first picking of the spring (shincha), this tea captures the fleeting, electric energy of the season. It is a bright, unshaded Kyoto sencha that highlights the crisp aroma and balance of Yabukita, Japan’s most iconic tea cultivar. Our tea is a product of Wazuka’s unique terroir and our commitment to regenerative farming. By choosing an organic, soil-first approach, we prioritize high antioxidants and soil health, ensuring a sustainable cycle that revitalizes our rural community. CultivarYabukita TerroirYubune, Kyoto (Uji) Farmersd:matcha Kyoto Processingd:matcha Sencha Factory Harvest2026 Spring OrganicJAS Certified Shading0 days weight40 grams View Field Data Umami ●●●●● Bitterness ●●●●● Color ●●●●● Aroma ●●●●● Tasting Notes A lively, green astringency opens the cup, followed by vegetal sweetness, refreshing notes reminiscent of melon, and a delicate floral aroma. Its flavor evokes the freshness of shincha, just like walking through a lush green meadow in spring. How to Brew First Brew: Add 1 tbsp of sencha into your kyusu. Pour boiling water into your yuzamashi. When the water is approximately 60°C to 70°C, gently pour 100ml into your teapot. Let the tea leaves steep for 1 1/2 mins. Pour the brewed tea in. Ensure the tea is poured till the last drop. Enjoy! Second Brew: Pour 100ml of 80 degrees Celsius water into your teapot. Enjoy immediately! Third Brew: Add 100ml boiling water to your teapot. Enjoy immediately! How to Store Keep your sencha stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place away from humidity and light. For best freshness, store in the refrigerator and consume soon after opening. For more information on storing sencha, check out this video!