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Teas From Japan

Steeped in tradition and ceremony, Japanese teas are famous for their scientifically proven health benefits and satisfying umami flavors. Rishi Tea & Botanicals works closely with the finest organic and conscientious tea growers in the country. Our suppliers' rich, mineral-laden volcanic soil and pristine natural environments produce the best Japanese teas.

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Nishi Sencha First Flush

from $28.90
Organic Steamed Green Tea
Deep Green | Bittersweet | Umami

What is Garden
Direct Tea?

Garden Direct is a carefully curated selection of single-origin teas sourced from the most esteemed growers. They are packaged freshly made at origin and air freighted to us immediately so we can celebrate and share these most cherished teas during the primer producing seasons. Each tea tells a story and invites you to share in our Garden Direct connections.

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Matcha Gyokuro

from $46.20
Organic Green Tea Blend
Smooth | Umami | Creamy

Reviews

What Rishi Tea Drinkers
Are Saying

"This is by far the best Earl Grey tea I have had. I drink a lot of tea and only drink Rishi Earl Grey. You will love the flavor. "

—Marshall

Earl Grey Supreme

Rich | Citrusy | Floral

"I don't believe there is a better green tea you can get in a bag. The evidence is in the bright, even, grassy green color this tea makes."

—JD

Matcha Super Green

Sweet | Smooth | Umami

"I love this tea - the richness of it is amazing, and it relaxes me with the ginger and turmeric. Such a winner :)"

—Kayla

Turmeric Ginger

Spicy | Zesty | Fragrant

"This tea is absolutely amazing! I feel immediate uplifting effects after consuming. Rishi has the best quality tea that I have found on any shelf thus far."

—Tia

Blueberry Hibiscus

Vibrant | Tart | Luscious

"This is seriously the BEST chai concentrate out there. It's incredible and has such a great spice. I'll never go back to another brand."

—Courtney

Masala Chai Concentrate

Spicy | Rich | Fragrant

"This is my first tasting of oolong tea and I'm in love! It's flavor is delicate yet robust and floral. Absolutely delicious, my new favorite tea."

—Amber

Iron Goddess of Mercy

Roasty | Dried Fruit | Smooth

"Delicious and satisfying. It's delicate enough to drink without doctoring but also bold enough to hold up to cream and honey. An absolute delight."

—Star

Golden Yunnan

Malty | Jammy | Mellow

The Art and Science of Japanese Teas

The Japanese have spent centuries perfecting their tea cultivation methods. From enhancing nutrients and flavor by painstakingly shading every bush to crafting multiple styles of green tea so that no stem or leaf goes to waste, the best Japanese teas intricately blend art and science. Our collection features the most popular teas from Japan and a few Rishi exclusives. Start your day with a meditative cup of ceremonial grade matcha, followed by a revitalizing afternoon sip of first flush Sencha and wind down with a soothing nightcap of toasty houjicha. 

How to Use Teas From Japan

A formal matcha tea ceremony is a thing of contemplative beauty, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating or complicated. Matcha is easy to make. Rishi Tea offers a selection of handcrafted Japanese matcha bowls, bamboo whisks and scoops for everyday enjoyment. Japanese green teas are best when made with water just under boiling hot. They also make refreshing iced teas. Try whipping houjicha powder into your favorite plant-based milk for a malty delight. 

FAQs

Matcha is a wonderful ingredient for cooking and baking, as it works well with both sweet and savory dishes. However, you don’t want to use your best Japanese teas when cooking or baking, as the high temperatures and other ingredients overpower the matcha’s vibrant grassy notes. It’s best to buy culinary grade matcha for cooking and leave the ceremonial grade and barista grade for drinking.

Black tea is heavily oxidized, which increases its caffeine level. Japanese green teas are partially oxidized and have less caffeine. However, matcha contains more caffeine because you’re consuming the entire leaf ground into a powder vs. drinking tea that has just been steeped in the leaves. Houjicha is a form of roasted green tea, so even though it brews a lovely dark amber color, it actually contains very little caffeine. 

Part of the reason Japanese teas are so popular is the scientific research on the health benefits of drinking green tea daily. Another reason is that the best teas from Japan pair well with food and help aid digestion after a heavy meal. The Japanese tea ceremony has also become very popular around the world as a form of mindfulness, with people taking classes and practicing the ritual daily. 

Exceptional Teas from Off the Beaten Path

Our dedicated team of intrepid buyers is always on the hunt for true passion and craftsmanship. The search for exceptional artistic teas often leads us down roads less traveled and into remote regions where tea is grown on small parcels of land, cared for by families instead of conglomerates and still hand-picked and processed. Every one of our teas tells the story of a journey made and friendships formed over a shared love for tea.