Sencha Fukamushi

Deeply Steamed, Richly Refined 
 
Profile
Cultivar: Blend of Yabukita
Origin: Makinohara, Shizuoka, Japan
Harvest: May 2025
Altitude: 140 meters
 
Tasting Notes
A smooth, full-bodied cup with a rich umami depth and minimal bitterness. Its deep steaming unlocks a vivid, emerald liquor and a creamy mouthfeel, offering a well-rounded and satisfying experience.
 
Production Details
Steaming: Deep (Fukamushi style)
Roasting: Medium roast to highlight body and sweetness
Pesticides: Not used for over 30 years
Fertilizer: Organic fertilizer and wild grass compost

Brewing Suggestions
Water Temperature: 80°C
Leaf Amount: 5g per 200ml
Steeping Time: 30 seconds (first infusion), 10 seconds (second infusion)


Message from the Tea Master
Sencha Fukamushi originates from my hometown of Makinohara, where this deep-steaming technique was first developed. Unlike lightly steamed teas that emphasize the raw expression of the leaves, deep steaming softens bitterness and enhances richness—resulting in a mellow, rounded sweetness.
If Asamushi (lightly steamed tea) is like Japanese cuisine that lets the ingredients speak for themselves, then Fukamushi is more like French cuisine: carefully prepared, layered, and deeply satisfying.