Sencha Makinohara

Sencha Makinohara – A Unique Japanese Green Tea

Grown in the sunlit hills of Makinohara, on the southern plains of Japan’s main island Honshū, this Sencha is a beautiful expression of its origin. Thanks to its optimal growing conditions and long-standing cultivation traditions, the region is known for producing some of Japan’s most popular green teas.

Makinohara Sencha is harvested from tea plants that enjoy plenty of natural sunlight, encouraging the development of bold flavour and a rich green leaf. The leaves are tightly rolled, dark and glossy—typical of the finest Sencha from this area.

Once brewed, the tea reveals a light yellow-green liquor with a fresh, grassy fragrance and a slightly nutty taste. It’s smooth, well-rounded, and perfect for those who enjoy a balanced green tea without bitterness.

Whether you’re new to Japanese teas or a long-time fan, Sencha Makinohara is an approachable, high-quality tea that captures the essence of Japan’s everyday tea culture.

About the Makinohara Region

The Makinohara Plateau, located in Shizuoka Prefecture on the southern coast of Japan’s Honshū island, is one of the country’s most celebrated tea-growing regions. Its mild climate, clean air, and volcanic, well-drained soil offer ideal conditions for cultivating high-quality green tea.

Tea has been grown here for over a century, and the area is primarily known for producing Sencha—Japan’s most popular style of green tea. The rolling hills are blanketed in vivid green tea fields, and the region is considered a cornerstone of Japan’s modern tea industry.

Makinohara teas are smooth, approachable, and gently aromatic, making them perfect for everyday drinking while offering the elegance and depth sought by tea enthusiasts.

Tasting Notes

• Fresh and mildly grassy

• Soft nutty undertones

• Smooth with low astringency

• Clean, balanced finish

Brewing Suggestions

• Water temperature: 70–80°C

• Infusion time: 1–2 minutes

• Leaves may be steeped 2–3 times

Ingredients

100% Sencha green tea (Japan)