Cultivar and technical information
One of the most remote tea-producing regions in Shizuoka is Umegashima, which produces mountain teas known as Hon.yama. Teas from this region are renowned for their special fragrances. Within this already remote region is the small town of Tomochi at 700-800 meters (2297-2625 feet) in altitude. Here is a Yabukita from Tomochi.

The nose
In the nose, there are rich, complex aromas with notes that are of fresh earth, humus and leather. However, there are also sweeter perfume notes that are slightly floral and buttery.

The mouth
On the palate, this sencha is intense. It has a touch of umami, a slight astringency that gives it great depth and a general sweet sensation that develops in the aftertaste. Even if this sencha is already very robust, the aromas are no less rich, especially with the floral, buttery, almost spicy nuances that are wonderful in retro-olfaction.

Summary
It goes without saying that this rare, high-altitude sencha truly honours Umegashima and, if needed, shows the immense potential of Yabukita.

Technical description
Type of tea: Futsumushi sencha (normal-steamed sencha)
Origin: Tomochi, Umegashima area, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture
Cultivar: Yabukita
Harvest: May 17th, 2026