{"title":"Japanese Green Tea","description":"Discover authentic Japanese green teas crafted with traditional techniques. Our collection features vibrant sencha, genmaicha with toasted rice, and premium matcha varieties. Experience the distinctive umami flavor and remarkable health benefits that have made these teas treasured for centuries. Elevate your tea ritual today.","products":[{"product_id":"bancha","title":"Bancha","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt is wonderful what a few weeks can do. Banchas are made of large, tougher leaves. As the season wears on, the chemical composition of the leaves changes. By the time the Bancha harvest begins, the smoother-tasting polyphenols in the leaves have been replaced by harsher ones, and the leaves have lost amino acids that create sweetness and body. Bancha yields a grassier, lighter-bodied tea. Bancha, a brew that is light and enriching, is a wonderful choice for a cup of traditional green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29490247750,"sku":"41607","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000953414,"sku":"44205","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/files\/2026_Cup_Shots_Bancha.jpg?v=1768918173"},{"product_id":"genmaicha","title":"Genmaicha","description":"\u003cp\u003eGenmaicha is a different kind of Japanese green tea that many people find intriguing. Brown rice kernels (genmai) are added while the green \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harney.mom\/collections\/all\/products\/bancha?variant=29490247750\"\u003eBancha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e leaves (cha) are being dried, so the kernels get crispy and some burst open. Genmaicha has a unique appearance and a pleasant roasted flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Sachets \/ Bag of 50 Sachets","offer_id":35000774790,"sku":"50537","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29491201222,"sku":"41634","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000774598,"sku":"44223","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 8 oz. Tin","offer_id":41666274852935,"sku":"48041","price":21.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/Cup_Shots_Genmaicha.jpg?v=1762198747"},{"product_id":"gyokuro","title":"Gyokuro","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eGyokuro, a centuries-old favorite of Japanese aristocrats, is one of Japan's finest tea offerings, as well as the most famous of Uji's teas. This highly esteemed emerald tea is shade-grown for approximately three weeks, producing an infusion of the beautiful pale green color from which it gets its name after harvest. For the initial infusion, steep with gently heated water and enjoy the exquisite, sweet flavors and aromas of Uji's finest tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29491281350,"sku":"41639","price":176.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000754822,"sku":"44229","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/Cup_Shots_Gyokuro.jpg?v=1762198756"},{"product_id":"hojicha","title":"Hojicha","description":"\u003cp\u003eHojicha is another creative use of tea by-products by the Japanese. Hojicha was commercialized once mechanical harvesters started being used in Japan to compensate for labor shortages. The tea plant was shorn of everything, and the mess was separated later. The best leaves became Sencha, the larger leaves became Yanagi, and the stems became Hojicha. Tea terms in Japan have several meanings, and hojicha can mean several types of tea. For us, it is roasted twigs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29491304966,"sku":"41776","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 2 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000741318,"sku":"44369","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/Cup_Shots_Hojicha.jpg?v=1762198761"},{"product_id":"ichiban-sencha","title":"Ichiban Sencha","description":"\u003cp\u003eMike, Brigitte, and Elvira visited the Otsuka family in the spring of 2026. They day we arrived was the very first day for this tea and this tea season! The Otsuka family has been growing tea in the coastal hills of Kakegawa for nearly 150 years, and their devotion to the craft is visible from the fields themselves: one nearby hill has been trimmed into the shape of the Japanese character for \"tea.\" This Ichiban is their pride, made from the tea fields that surround their factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Ichiban\" means \"first,\" and this tea earns the name( Ichibancha) , harvested in the earliest days of the season, typically late April, when the young leaves are at their most concentrated. The tea plant has had all winter to accumulate theanines that give good body and sweetness. And the cathechins (like EGCG) have not yet overpowered the theanines. It is made at an old, traditional factory and then finished at their plant. The result is a sencha with real presence: bright and vegetal upfront, with a clean citrus lift that keeps it lively through the finish. Compared with the polished and almost pastoral quality of Matsuda's Sencha, this Ichiban has the punch and intensity of Tokyo's rush hour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29491357766,"sku":"41710","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000722502,"sku":"44278","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/Cup_Shots_Ichiban_Sencha.jpg?v=1762198771"},{"product_id":"sencha-scent-of-mountains","title":"Sencha Scent of Mountains","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese green tea is a hit! The Otsuka family, who supply several Japanese green teas to us, did a great job with this Sencha. Sencha Scent of Mountains originates from Kawane, the highest tea region within the vast Shizuoka tea region. Although not as high as Darjeeling or Uva, it is high for Japanese tea gardens. The cooler air contributes to the delightful aroma. The body of this Sencha is lighter than other Senchas due to its lack of deep steaming. People love the delicious light vegetal taste and distinctive aromas. This brew remains one of the most popular teas at our SoHo flagship store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29491547014,"sku":"41912","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000659078,"sku":"44509","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/Cup_Shots_Sencha_Scent_Of_Mountains.jpg?v=1762198805"},{"product_id":"tencha","title":"Tencha","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe are pleased to bring you this special offering, as Tencha is rare to find for sale, even inside Japan. Tencha is the base green tea for making powdered \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harney.mom\/collections\/matcha\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatcha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Dark in color yet light in the cup, this tea has a lot of body (or umami) and no roast flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 2 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000651910,"sku":"44386","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/Cup_Shots_Tencha.jpg?v=1762198812"},{"product_id":"kukicha-tea","title":"Kukicha","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen making green tea, the Japanese ensure that nothing is wasted. The tea stalks, which might be discarded in other tea regions, have been harnessed to make a pleasant tea. Since it is made from the stems and twigs of the tea plant, there is less caffeine, amino acids, and antioxidants to give flavor and added benefits to the brew. This tea has gained an ardent following in Japan, where it is enjoyed for its mellow flavor and low caffeine levels. It is also used in macrobiotic diets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29491980550,"sku":"41911","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000576966,"sku":"44508","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/files\/2026_Cup_Shots_Kukicha.jpg?v=1771265386"},{"product_id":"matsuda-s-sencha","title":"Matsuda’s Sencha","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmeric visited Matsuda and his family on his recent trip to Japan. Their house is located halfway up a hill that is covered with tea bushes, and looking out over the valley, that is all one sees. The family's abode has been all business for generations. They have a space to make tea behind their home, equipped with steamers to fix green tea and rollers. This tradition and dedication serve us well because it is a unique Sencha with a distinctive aroma, great body, and flavors that are hard to forget.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":29492082822,"sku":"44415","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/Cup_Shots_Matsudas_Sencha.jpg?v=1762198873"},{"product_id":"matcha-iri-genmaicha","title":"Matcha iri Genmaicha","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatcha is a much beloved green tea in Japan, yet it can seem intense to the uninitiated westerner. As an alternative, we suggest Matcha iri Genmaicha, the best of both worlds. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harney.mom\/collections\/all\/products\/bancha?variant=29490247750\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBancha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (\"cha\") leaves and brown rice (\"genmai\") that comprise \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harney.mom\/collections\/all\/products\/genmaicha?variant=35000774790\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenmaicha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are coated with Matcha green tea powder, and the result is fantastic!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease brew it for 3 minutes with 175º water. The cooler water makes sure matcha does not get too strong, yet you need 3 minutes to get the nutty flavor from the genmai (brown rice). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harney.mom\/collections\/matcha\"\u003eMake sure to check out all our Matcha teas!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Sachets \/ Bag of 50 Sachets","offer_id":42614069638,"sku":"50607","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29492083590,"sku":"41909","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. 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However, the makers of this tea get by with natural fertilizers. Yes, the tea is a bit weaker than other Senchas, but is still very nice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29492166214,"sku":"41664","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000529350,"sku":"44260","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 8 oz. Tin","offer_id":41680008937543,"sku":"48073","price":52.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/Cup_Shots_Organic_Sencha.jpg?v=1762198887"},{"product_id":"master-s-mark-sencha-2oz-loose-tea-in-tin","title":"Master's Mark Sencha","description":"\u003cp\u003eBefore the main tea season gets into full gear, master tea makers prepare for the tea contests later in the year. They gather the best young tea leaves by hand so that they retain the great qualities of amino acids and the highest amount of EGCG antioxidants. They carefully process these and then store them until the contest in September. This one brewed exceptionally well, and that is why it is called Master's Mark. It is an honor to offer this special sencha.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Japanese palate is subtle. Senchas have many similar characteristics of steamed vegetal flavors, but there can be significant differences. Knowledgeable Japanese tea drinkers prefer Master's Mark Sencha due to its delicate sweetness and pronounced vegetal flavors, which are indicative of teas from Wazuka Valley, Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 2 oz. Tin","offer_id":29492464966,"sku":"44575","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/files\/2023_Cup_Shots_Masters_Mark_Sencha.jpg?v=1762198921"},{"product_id":"heavenly-gyokuro","title":"Heavenly Gyokuro","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeavenly Gyokuro is hand-picked just outside of Uji, Japan. Our friend Tsuyoshi uses tea from the Ujitawara and Kyotanbe mountains. This area of central Japan is known to have the best shade-grown Gyokuro. The plants gradually receive cover towards the end of the growing season. This stress forces the plant to react by adding more green-appearing chlorophyll. The combination of mouth-filling umami and a very distinctive spinach-like aroma is what makes this tea heavenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUji, located 30 minutes south of Kyoto, is the primary location for growing Gyokuro. To meet the demands of the Emperor and other members of the aristocracy, there were large tea fields and many tea factories built around Kyoto. The twilight of the Edo era saw the commercialization of shade-grown teas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 2 oz. Tin","offer_id":29502100486,"sku":"44574","price":62.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/harney-heavenly-gyokuro.jpg?v=1762199390"},{"product_id":"decaf-sencha","title":"Decaf Sencha","description":"\u003cp\u003eAre you looking for a plain green tea that has flavor and some body without caffeine? We propose our Decaf Sencha as your clear choice. People who choose to drink decaf teas often get a bad deal. We wanted to offer them something better. We work with tea suppliers and decaffeination factories to make good-tasting green teas. We supplied the good teas, and they removed the caffeine using carbon dioxide. Harney \u0026amp; Sons offers simply the best!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harney.mom\/collections\/decaffeinated-tea\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.harney.mom\/collections\/decaffeinated-tea\"\u003eClick here to see all our decaffeinated teas.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product-certifications\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":29581379974,"sku":"41715","price":35.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":35000191110,"sku":"48109","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 2 oz. 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Perfect for those who love the roasted, nutty flavors of Korean buckwheat teas, and equally ideal for someone wanting to explore the world of matcha in a mellow, forgiving way.\"}'\u003eA mellow alternative to our popular \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harney.mom\/collections\/all\/products\/matcha-iri-genmaicha?variant=35000544966\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatcha iri Genmaicha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, this matcha is silky-smooth and features a hint of sweetness from the buckwheat or soba. Full of earthy, warm flavors but light on the tongue, this matcha is easy to make and easier to enjoy. Perfect for those who love the roasted, nutty flavors of buckwheat teas, and equally ideal for someone wanting to explore the world of matcha in a mellow, forgiving way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.harney.mom\/collections\/matcha\"\u003eMake sure to check out all our Matcha teas!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Sachets \/ Bag of 50 Sachets","offer_id":38894920646,"sku":"50618","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":36632682630,"sku":"79539","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. 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Since it is a blend of rice and late-season green tea, the caffeine levels are reduced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":12559996092487,"sku":"41595","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. Tin","offer_id":12559996059719,"sku":"44730","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/1342\/products\/Cup_Shots_Duck_Rice_Genmaicha.jpg?v=1762200790"},{"product_id":"kagoshima-yutaka-midori","title":"Kagoshima Yutaka Midori","description":"\u003cp data-id=\"5uLOcA\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eKagoshima sits at the southern tip of Kyushu, Japan's southernmost main island, where a warmer climate pushes the growing season earlier and gives the region's teas a character distinct from the cooler prefectures further north. This tea is built around the Yutaka Midori cultivar. The name means \"intensely green,\" a variety prized for its vivid color and clean vegetal expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-id=\"HQaaks\"\u003eThe blend combines light and deep-steamed Senchas, a pairing that balances brightness with a slightly fuller presence. The lighter steaming preserves more of the leaf's volatile aromatics and allows a natural sweetness to come through that heavier steaming would mute. The deep steamed leaves contribute a heavier body. The result is a cup well suited to anyone drawn to the gentler end of the Japanese green spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harney \u0026 Sons Fine Teas","offers":[{"title":"Loose \/ 1 lb. Bag","offer_id":12560014540871,"sku":"41596","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loose \/ 4 oz. 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