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Discover Japan’s Most Delicious Tea

Discover Japan’s Most Delicious Tea

Japan boasts a national tea competition with over 50 years of history. In this competition, tea leaves that grow straight and needle-like are highly prized....

Old Tea (Hine-cha) and the Art of Aging Tea
Insider tales from a tea house

Old Tea (Hine-cha) and the Art of Aging Tea

There's a significant difference in how tea merchants from Uji and other regions perceive "old tea" (hine-cha). In Uji, blending old and new teas is...

The Ideal Water Temperature for Making Delicious Matcha
Everything About Matcha

The Ideal Water Temperature for Making Delicious Matcha

When it comes to making matcha, the water temperature plays a crucial role in determining its taste, aroma, and overall quality.

The secret behind matcha blending that achieves quality vastly exceeding its price
Everything About Matcha

The secret behind matcha blending that achieves quality vastly exceeding its price

In recent years, it seems that many single-origin matcha products, made from specific tea gardens, producers, or varieties, have become available.

5 Secrets Behind Its Soaring Popularity in America.
Everything About Matcha

5 Secrets Behind Its Soaring Popularity in America.

Unveiling the Allure of Matcha

Behind the Scenes of Kyoto's Tea Market
Insider tales from a tea house

Behind the Scenes of Kyoto's Tea Market

A Tea Master's Tale of the Matcha Industry's Upheaval

Crafting the Perfect Harmony
Insider tales from a tea house

Crafting the Perfect Harmony

The Secret of Matcha Blending

Japanese Green Tea Cultivars
Everything About Matcha

Japanese Green Tea Cultivars

The Secret Behind Matcha's Allure - Blending Tradition and Innovation

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Heartfelt Wishes for Enjoying True Green Tea

Over its long history, Kyo Hayashiya has continuously evolved while preserving the essence of tea, offering ways to enjoy tea culture that are in tune with the times.

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Our Authentic Green Tea Commitment

We apply meticulous care and dedication to every step of green tea cultivation and processing, ensuring the preservation of the green tea's intrinsic flavor throughout the entire crafting process.

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Embracing 260 Years of Tradition and Dignity

Founded in 1753, Kyoto Hayashiya has a history spanning over 260 years. It embodies the vision of its founder, Shinbei Hayashiya.

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An Indispensable Figure in Green Tea Crafting

The green tea master, a professional in green tea crafting, oversees everything from sourcing to blending, and at times, even engages in green tea cultivation

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