{"product_id":"leaf-tea-wakocha","title":"Japanese Black Tea (Zairai \/ Asamiya, Shiga)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese black tea is made from native, seed-grown tea plants first planted during Japan’s Taisho era (1912–1926), giving it a history of more than a century. Grown in the mountains of Asamiya, Shiga, the leaves offer a gentle sweetness, mild astringency, and rich body, with a deep, lingering finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnown as *Wakōcha*, Japanese black tea has a character distinct from black teas produced in countries such as India and Sri Lanka. This tea is made using techniques inspired by traditional tea-making methods from China and Taiwan, keeping the leaves largely whole rather than cutting them into small pieces. Enjoy it straight for its delicate aroma and gentle sweetness, or with milk for a softer, richer taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-block-type=\"separator\" class=\"product-info__block-item\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAsamiya Tea: Shaped by 1,200 Years of History and Mountain Nature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in Shigaraki, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, Asamiya is one of Japan’s historic tea-producing regions, with more than 1,200 years of tea cultivation. It is also recognized as one of Japan’s five renowned tea regions and is especially known for its rich fragrance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSurrounded by mountains, Asamiya has a cool climate with large temperature differences between day and night, frequent mist, and mineral-rich soil formed from ancient Lake Biwa sediments. These natural conditions help create the distinctive aroma and layered depth of Asamiya tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-block-type=\"separator\" class=\"product-info__block-item\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew Japanese Black Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea leaves: 6g\u003cbr\u003eWater: 180ml\u003cbr\u003eWater temperature: 95–100°C\u003cbr\u003eSteeping time: 2 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing at a higher temperature brings out the tea’s aroma and body while balancing its gentle sweetness and mild astringency. For the second infusion, steep a little longer for a softer taste. To enjoy it cold, brew slightly stronger and quickly chill over ice for a clean, refreshing finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YUGEN ONLINE STORE","offers":[{"title":"1 pack (30g)","offer_id":60268445368401,"sku":"A-021101","price":1436.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 pack (30g×2)","offer_id":60268445401169,"sku":"A-021102","price":2872.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 pack (30g×3)","offer_id":60268445433937,"sku":"A-021103","price":4308.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 packs (30g×5) 2%off","offer_id":60268445466705,"sku":"A-021104","price":7036.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 packs (30g×10) 5%off","offer_id":60268445499473,"sku":"A-021105","price":13642.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/1044\/6665\/files\/001_9d956f15-8aeb-4597-b571-489480303f5a.jpg?v=1788339360","url":"https:\/\/www.yugen-kyoto.com\/en\/products\/leaf-tea-wakocha","provider":"YUGEN ONLINE STORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}