Details & Attributes

Kamairicha is a rare Japanese green tea distinguished by its Chinese-style pan-firing process, giving it a unique sweet, nutty, and aromatic flavor with less astringency than typical Japanese green teas, which are usually steamed.

This pan-roasting stops oxidation, resulting in golden liquor, curly leaves, and a signature "pan aroma" (kama-ka), making it a delicate, often artisanal, delicacy.

Color: Transparent golden yellow

Suggested Consumption: Hot

Caffeine: ★★ Medium

Manufacturing: Pan-Fired Green Tea

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Bitterness

20%

Astringency

40%

Sweetness

80%

Umami

20%

Fragrance

80%

Granularity

35%

Preparation Guide

Slide through the following step-by-step guideline, and brew the perfect cup of tea at home.

Leaves

Measure with Care

For the perfect brew, use 3g (1 Tbsp) of Kamairicha.

This amount allows you to enjoy the tea’s evolving flavors through up to 3 infusions, each offering new notes with every pour.

Temperature

Consistent Heat

Start cool and raise gradually:

80°C (176°F) → 90°C (194°F) → 100°C (212°F).

Each step draws out new layers of flavor, from delicate umami to rich depth.

Water

The Right Quantity

Use 120ml (4.1oz) of water for each infusion.

Consistency ensures every steep reveals the tea’s full character, from the first pour to the last.

Brewing

Timing Each Infusion

Steep with care:

70s → 90s → 180s

Each step reveals a new layer of flavor, balancing freshness, depth, and lingering sweetness.

Tips

Perfect Your Infusion

For a lighter taste, reduce brewing by 10 seconds; for a stronger flavor, extend by 10 seconds

Pouring into a Yuzamashi (cooling vessel) harmonizes the flavor and aroma before serving. Always pour until the very last drop, where the richest flavor concentrates.