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Japanese tea is traditionally offered with Japanese sweets.
They also pair very well with all sorts of meals, either for breakfast, lunch, breaks, or even dinner (for the lower-caffeine tea).
During his years of serving tea to his dear customers, Mohei's knowledge of the flavors and characteristics of his teas allows him to share the wonders of an exceptional green tea served with the right food. When paired well, Japanese tea can unlock further benefits such as better digestion, better diet, or enhanced sensation of satiety.
Nº14 Sunairi | Hojicha Leaves
¥2,100
The "Sunairi" sand roasting technique utilizes the radiant heat from the sand to roast the tea at a high temperature of nearly 300°C in a few seconds.
The method is passed down to the next generation through the experience and sensitivity of the craftsman, resulting in a roasted hojicha that is both fragrant, sweet and possesses the astringency of sencha.
2025
First Flush
Loose Leaves
Type
Roasted
Process
Shizuoka
Production
Japan
Made in
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Nº14 Sunairi | Hojicha Leaves
¥2,100
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 5g (1 Tbsp) of Fujisan.
This amount allows you to enjoy the tea’s evolving flavors through up to 5 infusions, each offering new notes with every pour.
Temperature
Gentle Heat
Start cool and raise gradually:
70°C (158°F) → 80°C (176°F) → 90°C (194°F) → 100°C (212°F) → 100°C (212°F).
Each step draws out new layers of flavor, from delicate umami to rich depth.
Water
The Right Balance
Use 150ml (5oz) 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 → 40s → 60s → 70s → 100s
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
First, pour into a Yuzamashi (cooling vessel) to harmonize flavor and aroma before serving.
Always pour until the very last drop, where the richest flavor concentrates.
Tea Pairing
A mellow and indulgent pairing
This hojicha’s deep roast and mellow aroma make it the perfect companion to creamy desserts like cakes or cream puff enhancing sweetness while balancing richness.