I look forward to springtime each year so I can get my pre-order in for the Shincha of the year! Feels like I am sitting next to the tea crop growing in a field in Uji, Kyoto, Japan....at least I try to imagine that! Shincha, morning matcha and bancha are the teas I dri...(more)

Couldn't start a day without my Hibiki-An matcha...morning matcha for most of the year is on my deck in the woods of Alaska watching the wildlife get their start to the day. Even early and late winter I can take it outside for a relaxing matcha. The rest of the winter, ...(more)

My first matcha from Hibiki-An was a small canister in 2013...It was an exploration into teas and this matcha has become the most delicious I have found from a wonderfully dedicated, caring and friendly vendor. Each morning I enjoy the aroma that transports me somewhere...(more)

My second year of Shincha. I was so looking forward to it as it was so good last year. I received the very timely package today and immediately brewed up. The aroma was magnificent and I could hardly wait for the most excellent first tea of spring. This will be a ritual...(more)

I just received my first ever order of Shincha Fukamushi and what a treat! Their description of the aroma and taste of this tea is nearly an understatement from the very earthy mellow aroma, and bitter/sweet balanced taste I could only imagine until actually experienci...(more)

This is an amazing tea! I received my order this week and it is just incredible to think that a week or two ago this was harvested from tea plants on the Hibiki-an farm in Uji, Kyoto, Japan!! And it is one of the nicest flavored teas ever. I've been preparing it at wo...(more)

My order of Matcha Premium, bowl and accessories arrived quickly and so carefully wrapped. I have prepared the tea each morning and now look forward to it immensely. The tea is full flavored and I am glad I purchased the premium product. Fun to make too...

I am a new customer. The Houjicha (Bancha) I received was incredibly carefully packaged and excellent quality. I enjoy steaming cups every day, several times a day. My customer service has been superior, including a very nice note from the owner Atsushi Yasui san. I...(more)