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Gyokuro Okabe Gokou (Hand Plucked)

Rich Gyokuro from Okabe’s Rare Gokou Cultivar, Delivering Deep Umami
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About Gyokuro Okabe Gokou (Hand Plucked)

This rare Gyokuro from the village of Miyajima situated in the Okabe area is a true connoisseur’s tea, crafted exclusively from the prized Gokou cultivar—renowned for its deep umami and luxuriously smooth, silky mouthfeel. Shade-grown with care and produced in small batches, it offers a bold yet refined expression of Japan’s most sophisticated green tea tradition.

 

About

Hand plucked in spring from the historic tea-growing region of Shizuoka, this limited-edition Gyokuro showcases the distinctive character of the Gokou cultivar. After more than 20 days of shading, the leaves develop an intense umami profile and satisfyingly smooth texture. The resulting infusion is full-bodied, richly layered, and finished with a long, elegant linger.

 

Cultivation & Processing

Nestled in the cool, misty hills of Miyajima village found in Okabe, Shizuoka, this Gyokuro is cultivated with meticulous attention. Only the youngest buds are selected by hand at their peak, then lightly steamed to retain their vivid colour and fresh aroma. Precision rolling and drying techniques further enhance the tea’s vegetal depth and refined complexity.

 

Effects

This Gyokuro offers a calming, meditative experience ideal for moments of focus and stillness. High in L-theanine, it promotes mental clarity without drowsiness. Its rich, silk-like mouthfeel and long finish make it a luxurious choice for slow, mindful sipping.

 

How to Enjoy / Tea Pairing

Best brewed at lower temperatures to reveal its savoury, umami depth. Pairs beautifully with umami-rich dishes like grilled unagi or miso-marinated tofu, as well as subtly sweet desserts like panna cotta. For the Japanese traditional brewing method, use only 100ml and 6g of tea leaves for 20 seconds.

Ingredients
Green tea
Tasting Notes
Nutty, Rich, Umami
Origin
Okabe, Shizuoka, Japan
How to Steep
Steeping Time2 min
Water Temp60
Dosage1 teaspoon
Close-up of vibrant Gyokuro Okabe Gokou tea leaves from Okabe, handplucked and shade-grown High quality, premium glass jar packaging for loose leaf green tea to protect from sunlight and moisture Green infusion of Gyokuro Okabe Gokou tea showing rich umami and brothy texture

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