Matured Teas Stored for 170 Days in Akiha Shrine on the Top of Mt. Akiha

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It is historically said that the proper maturation can improve the flavor of tea. Based on the fact, tea shops sell their original matured teas from the middle of autumn till the end of winter. The maturation is known as … Continue reading

New Year Sale of Specialty Teas Produced in Tea Estates in Hamamatsu City

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Today, the association of tea farmers in Hamamatsu city held a new year sale of specialty teas, including Sencha matured in Akiha Shrine on the top of Mt. Akiha. In the new year sale, 5 prominent tea farmers provided visitors … Continue reading

Fantastic Shrines Related to Shizuoka Teas

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At the beginning of year, mainly between 1st to 3rd on January, many Japanese visit shrine to pray for happy life in the year. This custom is called as “Hatsumoude”. Shizuoka prefecture has many shrines popular with people. Some of them are special … Continue reading