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Tea leaves come from Shirakawa Town in Gifu Prefecture, where the temperature differences between daytime and night time make a clear impact on taste. The Shirakawa tea is slightly bitter but has good balance of sweet and umami tastes.
Hand picked from small family procucer.
Collect your order from our Wimbledon shop, Monday to Saturday.
Free
Orders placed by 1PM weekdays are carefully packed and sent via APC to the address of your choice. Orders placed after 1PM on Thursday will be delivered on the following Tuesday.
£7.99Orders over £100:
Free
We can deliver your goods next day to an address of your choice in the Highlands, off-mainland UK postcodes, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and Europe. See our delivery page.
From £16
Gifu is Japan's literal and figurative heart, with untouched traditional villages nestled in picturesque mountain ranges. Gifu Prefecture is steeped in history, and its significance shines through to this day. The pivotal battle that united the nation took place at Sekigahara , and you can visit the battlefield today. Swordsmiths practice their craft in Seki, and traditional cormorant fishing is still alive along the Nagara River. The town of Takayama has gone mostly untouched by time, while the nearby villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama are one of the few places where thatched-roof houses remain in Japan. The dramatic mountains, pure rivers and snowy winters create a remarkably picturesque setting.
Hida beef is a famous specialty—which can be pricey, but is well worth it. Known for its tenderness, it is best served as a steak, but is also found grilled on skewers or added to hotpots. Head to a shabu- shabu restaurant for some good options.
