Sencha is a whole leaf simmered tea, and is by far the most popular Japanese tea representing 80% of the tea produced in Japan.  Sencha is known as a “light” tea, as opposed to “covered” teas such as Gyokuro and Matcha.  Due to the fact that it is grown under the sun, it is rich in Vitamin C, Catechins, and other vitamins and minerals.  Sencha has a fresh grassy flavor with a hint of sharpness, with a slight note of sweetness, and is considered to be an everyday tea.

Pinnacle Grade Sencha

Our Pinnacle grade Sencha, represents the absolute best of the best of Sencha, and is in no way a common every day tea.  This Sencha uses a leaf often used for the formal “Sencha tea ceremony”, and is a tea that can only be produced under the perfect environment under perfect conditions, with the skilled hands of a distinguished tea master.  The leaves are hand picked, production is very limited, and quite exclusive to the tea plantations of Uji.

Sencha Tea for the Imperial Family

This tea is known for being favored by the most ) and for use with only the most special of guests.  Due to the high demand and limited production, obtaining the tea is hard even in Japan.

Although high in price, one sip and you will understand why.  This outstanding tea is highly recommended as a gift, or use for special occasions.

Amount: 80g (2.82oz)
Container: Steel Can

Fukamushi Sencha is Sencha that goes through a “deep steaming” process.  In general, mid to lower grade Sencha is used in the process.  By deep steaming the Sencha, the tealeaves break, causing fewer whole leaves, with smaller bits of “broken” tea, meaning the leaf itself is not as good looking as Sencha.  Although this may seem counter productive, the results are quite positive.  Because the tealeaves are “broken”, the tea is absorbed faster, the taste is richer than that of Sencha of the same grade, more full-bodied, and the color of the tea is much deeper.

 Our Premium Fukamushi Sencha does not use the middle to lower grade tealeaves, but instead uses young tealeaves specially grown to produce this outstanding blend of Fukamushi Sencha.    The taste is full body, mellow and sweet, with an aroma that is ever so fresh but not too grassy.  In fact, it reminds many of the ocean more than of the grassy hills.

This is an excellent tea for everyday drinking, and is a high value for price item.

Amount: 100g (3.52oz)
Container: Matabay Bag

Fukamushi Sencha is Sencha that goes through a “deep steaming” process.  In general, mid to lower grade Sencha is used in the process.  By deep steaming the Sencha, the tea leaves break, causing fewer whole leaves, with smaller bits of “broken” tea, meaning the leaf itself is not as good looking as Sencha.  Although this may seem counter productive, the results are quite positive.  Because the tea leaves are “broken”, the tea is absorbed faster, the taste is richer than that of Sencha of the same grade, more full-bodied, and the color of the tea is much deeper.

Premium grade Fukamushi Sencha

teas to make it!  The tea leaves used to harvest this tea are harvested early, while they are still young and soft, a fresh shade of green, and full of life. The flavor is deep, naturally sweet and mellow, with almost a buttery aroma and after-note.  The tea has a thicker, yet silky mouth feel to it, and the flavor and aroma linger in your mouth, haunting you each and every second that passes, to take another sip.

Amount: 100g (3.52oz)
Container: Matabay Bag

Sencha is a simmered tea, and is by far the most popular Japanese tea representing 80% of the tea produced in Japan.  Sencha is known as a “light” tea, as opposed to “covered” teas such as Gyokuro and Matcha.  Due to the fact that it is grown under the sun, it is rich in Vitamin C, Catechins, and other vitamins and minerals.  Sencha has a fresh grassy flavor with a hint of sharpness, has a slight note of sweetness, and is considered to be an everyday tea.

Finest Sencha

Our premium grade Sencha is one of the finest that the year 2013 has to offer.  As a first flush (ichibancha shincha) .  This Sencha is full body, rich in flavor, and has a splendid aroma.

This is a great tea especially for those mornings that you need an extra smile on your face, and/or for those moments that you need to take a deep breath and relax.  Take one sip, and you will understand why.

Sencha and its Health Benefits

Sencha has many health benefits that are well documented.  One of these benefits includes increasing the alpha wave brain activity.  The alpha waves occur when one is calm and relaxed, and assists in reducing stress and increasing your memory capacity.  Studies have shown that such brain activities increase roughly 40 min after drinking a cup of green tea. So, if you ever wondered when is the best time to drink Sencha, 40 min or so before work, school, or studies may be the key.

Amount: 100g (3.52oz)
Container: Matabay bag

Sencha is a simmered tea, and is by far the most popular Japanese tea representing 80% of the tea produced in Japan.  Due to the fact that it is grown under the sun, it is rich in Vitamin C, Catechins, and other vitamins and minerals.  Sencha has a fresh grassy flavor with a hint of sharpness, has a slight note of sweetness, and is considered to be an everyday tea.

Everyday Japanese Tea Sencha

Our Superior Sencha is an everyday tea, but is not to be compared with Sencha that you find in the shelves of your local supermarket or teashop.  Although it is the lowest grade Sencha that we offer at Matabay, this is in no way a “low-grade” Sencha, and it is a Sencha that we are proud to be able to offer.  Made in the tea plantation owned by close family friends, and blended by a cousin, this Sencha is characterized in its full body, rich mellow taste that is soft to the tongue, and a refreshing grassy aroma.

Healthy Sencha Tea

Sencha has many health benefits that are well documented.  One of these benefits includes increasing the alpha wave brain activity.  The alpha waves occur when one is calm and relaxed, and assists in reducing stress and increasing your memory capacity.  Studies have shown that such brain activities increase roughly 40 min after drinking a cup of green tea. So, if you ever wondered when is the best time to drink Sencha, 40 min or so before work, school, or studies may be the key.

Amount: 100g (3.52oz)
Container: Matabay Bag

Only the finest of the Sencha tea leaves are selected, which are then processed especially for Sencha tea bags so that each brew will be perfect.  No need for formal tea ware, and no mess involved.  Perfect for use in the office, for travel, or for when you just want a quick cup of some good green tea.

Quality Sencha Tea Bags

You may find that tea brewed using our teabags will be far superior to any other green tea you can get locally.  Yes, they are that good.

These tea bags are designed for making hot green tea and cold tea.  For cold tea, you just put the teabag in a tall glass, pour water, stir the teabag around for 20 to 30 seconds, add some ice cubes, and it is ready.

The Sencha tea bags feature high grade Uji Sencha that focus on the natural sweetness and aroma of the tea leaves, not the sharpness.  This is a mellow blend that even those new to green tea will be able to enjoy.

Amount: 5g x 15 tea bags

Container: Resealable Aluminum Pouch