Japanese Tea Classification
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Diverse Flavor Profiles and Aromas
At LILIKU TEA, our lineup showcases the finest of Japanese teas. Our selection includes Sencha, the flagship of Japanese tea, known for its abundant production and diverse range of aromas and flavors. We also offer Umami-rich teas like Matcha and Gyokuro, perfect for those seeking a deeper, more savory experience. For rare tea enthusiasts, we have Kamairicha and Tamaryokucha, unique teas predominantly produced in Kyushu region. Additionally, we feature Wakoucha, Japanese black tea, which has been gaining attention domestically due to the increasing number of skilled producers. Hojicha, with its comforting roasted aroma, offers a variety of scents depending on the degree of roasting.
Loose Leaf Teas
Sencha
Quintessential Japanese tea, produced in all tea-growing regions of Japan. Sencha offers a balanced taste with moderate umami and astringency.
Fukamushi Sencha
Produced by steaming the tea leaves for twice as long as regular sencha. Finer leaf texture and offers a rich, full-bodied flavor and a vibrant green infusion.
Withered Sencha
Uniquely fragrant and vibrant lightly-fermented tea. The tea leaves are picked and then left in well-ventilated areas to wither, allowing the fragrance to develop.
Gyokuro
Premium Japanese green tea grown under shade, producing a deep umami taste, rich aroma, and smooth, sweet finish. Carefully brewed at low temperature.
Classic Hojicha
Roasted Japanese green tea with a warm, nutty aroma and mild sweetness. Low in caffeine, it offers a smooth, comforting flavor enjoyed any time of day.
Floral Hojicha
Lightly roasted hojicha which combines fresh, floral notes with gentle roasted aroma, natural stem sweetness, and a clean, vibrant finish.
Hojicha Black Tea
A rare, strongly roasted black tea hojicha. The natural aroma of black tea blends with deep roasting, creating an intensely aromatic, rich, and uniquely comforting flavor experience.
Classic Bancha
Harvested in summer, this bancha offers a light, gently toasty flavor. Low in bitterness and astringency, it brews well with boiling water and is ideal for hot or bedtime tea.
Kyobancha
Traditional Kyoto bancha known for its smoky aroma and gentle, soothing taste. Its leaves are larger than hojicha, giving it a distinct flavor profile.
Genmaicha
Blended with roasted brown rice, this green tea offers a nutty aroma, gentle sweetness, and light umami. Comforting, balanced, and easy to enjoy daily.
Genmai Hojicha
Hojicha blended with roasted brown rice, offering a warm, nutty aroma, gentle roastiness, and smooth, low-caffeine taste with a clean, toasty finish.
Kukicha
Made from tea stems, this green tea offers a clean, refreshing taste with gentle sweetness and light umami, and less bitterness than leaf-based teas.
Kamairicha
Pan-fired green tea with a light, toasty aroma and crisp, refreshing taste. Less grassy than steamed teas, offering gentle sweetness and a clean, dry finish.
Withered Kamairicha
Made by withering tea leaves after harvest, enhancing their floral aroma, and then produced using the traditional kamairicha method.
Tamaryokucha
Curly-shaped green tea with a smooth, mellow taste and gentle sweetness. Less astringent than sencha, offering a soft aroma and rounded, easy-drinking character.
Black Tea (Wakocha)
Japanese black tea with a soft aroma, gentle sweetness, and low astringency. Smooth and approachable, highlighting the natural character of tea leaves without heavy bitterness.
