2026 First Harvest Sencha (Loose Leaf Tea) by Hoshino Tea 星野製茶園 in Yame, Fukuoka Prefecture

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Our 2026 First Harvest Sencha is a fresh, approachable Yame green tea from Hoshino Tea Company in Yame, Fukuoka, Japan. Harvested from the year’s first crop, it is an excellent introduction to shincha (新茶), or Japan’s eagerly anticipated “new tea” of the season.

There are few absolutes when it comes to tea. Different brewing temperatures, steeping times, and even allowing a tea to settle for a while can reveal entirely different flavors and characteristics. But part of the special pleasure of shincha is experiencing it while it is still fresh, when the lively aroma and vibrant character of the new harvest are at their most expressive.

Whether you enjoy it traditionally brewed hot, poured over ice, or prepared as a cold brew, we find this Yame Sencha wonderfully versatile and easy to enjoy. It is a great starting point for anyone trying shincha for the first time, as well as an excellent everyday tea for those who simply want to enjoy the freshness of the new harvest throughout the season.

For those looking for an elevated expression of first-harvest Yame Sencha with greater depth and refinement, we also offer our Premium First Harvest Sencha. This tea, however, is our choice for an approachable, everyday shincha that can be enjoyed generously and prepared in a variety of ways.

MANUFACTURER: HOSHINO TEA COMPANY　星野製茶園

ORIGIN: Yame 八女, Fukuoka Prefecture 福岡県, Japan 日本

SIZE: 100g Loose Leaf Tea