When it comes to Japanese tea, many people may think of bottled beverages, but they can be bulky to carry as souvenirs. Therefore, I’ll introduce individually packaged tea bags and stick-type Japanese teas that are easy to take as souvenirs. With hot water, you can enjoy freshly brewed tea anytime, so be sure to look for them at supermarkets.
Ito En Oi Ocha Green Tea (with Matcha) Eco Tea Bags
This is a green tea with added matcha. The matcha enhances both the aroma and the flavor, resulting in a rich taste. Recommended for those who want to enjoy a strong green tea flavor similar to that brewed in a teapot, but in a convenient way. Both the green tea leaves and the matcha used are domestically produced in Japan.
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Name: Oi Ocha Eco Tea Bags Green Tea 20 Bags
Retailer: Ito En Co., Ltd.
Suggested Retail Price: 280 yen (excluding tax)
Ito En Oi Ocha Premium Tea Bags Uji Matcha Green Tea
This is a green tea with Uji matcha from Kyoto. Made with Japanese tea leaves that are steamed longer than the previously introduced “Oi Ocha Eco Tea Bags Green Tea.” You can enjoy the unique sweetness and astringency of green tea even more. It’s also recommended to try tasting different varieties side by side. The tea bags are triangular, making it easier for the leaves to spread and release the flavor and aroma of the tea.
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Name: Oi Ocha Premium Tea Bags Uji Matcha Green Tea 20 Bags
Retailer: Ito En Co., Ltd.
Suggested Retail Price: 400 yen (excluding tax)
Uji no Tsuyu Seicha Fukujuen Iemon Matcha-iri Sencha Tea Bags
These are green tea tea bags containing stone-ground Uji matcha. This green tea can be brewed not only hot but also cold-brewed. Typically, when you want to cold-brew tea, you use dedicated cold-brew tea bags, so it’s very convenient to have one product that allows you to enjoy both hot and iced tea. You can enjoy delicious green tea at home in both summer and winter.
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Name: Iemon Matcha-iri Sencha Tea Bags 20 pieces
Retailer: Uji no Tsuyu Seicha Co., Ltd.
Suggested Retail Price: 324 yen (tax included)
Seven Premium Uji Matcha Green Tea Tea Bags
Products from the Seven Premium series are sold at convenience stores like Seven-Eleven. If you find it inconvenient to go to a supermarket or if there’s no supermarket nearby, try visiting Seven-Eleven. This green tea uses tea leaves from Shizuoka Prefecture and matcha from Uji. It features a mild taste with minimal bitterness.
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Name: Uji Matcha Green Tea Tea Bags 20 bags
Retailer: Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd.
Suggested Retail Price: 289 yen (tax included)
Ito En Oi Ocha Genmaicha Eco Tea Bags
Genmaicha is a type of tea made from green tea leaves and roasted rice, known for its fragrant aroma of rice. This “Oi Ocha Genmaicha Eco Tea Bags” also contains matcha, allowing you to enjoy both the flavor of matcha and the aroma of rice in this luxurious tea.
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Name: Oi Ocha Genmaicha Eco Tea Bags 20 Bags
Retailer: Ito En Co., Ltd.
Suggested Retail Price: 280 yen (excluding tax)
Ito En Oi Ocha Hojicha Eco Tea Bags
Hojicha is a type of tea made by roasting green tea leaves, offering a distinctively fragrant aroma and flavor different from green tea. The aroma of hojicha is believed to have relaxing effects, so it’s perfect for enjoying on leisurely days off or when you want to unwind.
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Name: Oi Ocha Hojicha Eco Tea Bags 20 Bags
Retailer: Ito En Co., Ltd.
Suggested Retail Price: 280 yen (excluding tax)
Iemon Instant Matcha Green Tea Sticks
Unlike the teas previously introduced, this is a stick-type green tea containing powdered tea. It is dissolved in hot water or cold water for use. You can also dissolve the powder from this green tea stick into water stored in a water bottle or commercially available mineral water. Unlike tea bags, there is no tea leaf residue, making it convenient. With 120 sticks per pack, it’s also recommended for distributing as souvenirs.
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Name: Iemon Matcha-infused Instant Green Tea Sticks (120 sticks)
Retailer: Uji no Tsuyu Seicha Co., Ltd.
Suggested Retail Price: 2,430 yen (tax included)
Ito En Healthy Mineral Mugicha Tea Bags
Mugicha, or barley tea, is one of the commonly consumed teas in Japan. It is a caffeine-free tea made from barley, providing minerals such as phosphorus, manganese, and sodium. It is typically brewed with hot water, but it’s also recommended to brew it and then chill it in the refrigerator before drinking. With its sweet and aromatic fragrance and refreshing aftertaste, it’s enjoyable to drink even in hot summers and is suitable for staying hydrated during the dry winter months.
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Name: Healthy Mineral Mugicha Tea Bags 30 Bags
Retailer: Ito En Co., Ltd.
Suggested Retail Price: 320 yen (excluding tax)
Summary
Green tea, a beverage you’ll likely taste once you visit Japan. Japanese green tea is devoid of sugar, offering a unique blend of sweetness and bitterness to savor. The tea bags and stick-type green tea, genmaicha, and mugicha introduced this time are perfect not only for enjoying at home but also for taking to work or giving as souvenirs. Enjoy Japan’s tea culture at your favorite spot!
