High Quality Specialty Teas
Ichigo Trading and Travel Company specializes in small batch, seasonal and specialty teas specifically from the Southern-most island of Japan, Kyushu. Our partnership with small, generational Japanese family farms allows us to provide the freshest, most vibrantly flavorful and unique teas directly from our producers to you.
Experience the delicate balance of umami, aromas and a variety of health benefits from the most exceptional quality Sencha, Matcha, Houjicha, Cocha(Japanese Black Tea) and Kamairicha, a rare specialty tea from Kyushu. Come take an exotic journey with us, and experience the story of Japan’s third largest island, blessed with rich soils, a warm climate, and exceptional seasonal teas.
Graphic Credit: Aldo Bloise/IKKYU-Tea
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NANA Organic Shiraore 2oz (56g)
$9.00This organic Shiraore is well-appreciated for its unique nutty, slightly sweet flavor and earthy aroma. Bright and green, you’ll experience a hint of citrus and acidity. Another gem perfect for cold-brewing, balancing the umami and fruity fragrance which comes from the earth of Yame.
Region: Chiran
Producer: ORITA NOBUO -
Ceremonial Matcha Starter Set
$58.00The traditional way to enjoy your matcha, for beginners or pros! A beautiful ceramic matcha bowl(chawan), a hand-crafted bamboo matcha whisk(chasen), a bamboo matcha spoon, and a 40g package of our ceremonial grade AKINA matcha from Yame.
*Chawan color and style may vary based on availability*
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AZAMI Standard Grade Matcha 40g
$18.00This delicious, earthy standard-grade Matcha is wonderful for every day easy drinking with balanced flavors and savory aroma. An excellent option for culinary adventures – baked goods, healthful treats and Matcha based beverages.
Region: Yame
Producer: MIZOTA CHISAKO -
AYUMI High Grade Sencha 2oz (56g)
$19.00This smooth, velvety sencha is easy to brew and enjoy. Light and transparent, pale green, this tea has a wonderful “round” mouth-feel, is excellent brewed cold or hot. Steep it in our cold-brew bottle overnight and wake up to this truly quintessential, grassy healthful green tea.
Region: Yame
Producer: CHISAKO -
REN High Grade Sencha 2oz (56g)
$19.00This delicious, first-flush high-grade Sencha tea is a mouthful of umami that finishes with a lightly sweet yet briny quality in a beautiful deep green cup. Ren is a perfect choice for cold-brewing because of its round complexity and beautifully fresh taste. A blend of 4 cultivars for perfect balance, this is an award winning Sencha that’s sure to please.
Region: Chiran
Producer: SHIMONO KOKI -
AKINA High Grade Matcha 40g
$25.00This exceptional ceremonial grade matcha is a blend of precious spring and summer Yabukita cultivar leaves. Subtle umami and mild sweetness give drinkers of this fresh, well-balanced tea a subtle caffeine boost without bitterness.
Region: Yame
Producer: MIZOTA CHISAKO -
IKKI High Grade Shiraore 2oz (56g)
$14.00Our favorite cold brewed tea! This tea benefits from the specific taste of the Higashi Sonagi region where it is grown; refreshing and nutty with citrus high notes, this flavor profile is called “sukkri” in Japanese. The stem material mixed with the leaves is what gives this tea its umami “punch” and makes it a superior cold brew- we’re sure it will be among your favorites as well.
Region: Higashi Sonagi
Producer: NAKAYAMA KOSUKE -
TOSHIRO Premium Kamaricha 2oz (56g)
$16.00This superb pan-fried, rare tea has a savory, mildly roasted flavor in a striking pale yellow cup. Perfect for those who don’t care for the “grassy” flavor of senchas, this wonderful wintertime tea is low in caffeine and has a perfect balance of sweetness, umami and a subtle, gorgeous minty finish.
Region: Miyazaki
Producer: MIYAZAKI RYO -
JIRO Organic High Grade Houjicha 2oz (56g)
$14.00Houjicha is distinctive from other Japanese teas because it is roasted in a porcelain pot over natural charcoal producing a lovely, toasty flavor with a hint of carmel and a rich, chocolate color. Mild and lower in caffeine, it’s perfect for afternoon enjoyment or during an evening meal.
Region: Yame
Producer: IRIE TOSHIRO -
Ichigo Tea Sampler Set (56g)
$20.00Not sure which tea is for you? Try our Tea Sampler and discover your favorites! Includes Sonogi Cocha Japanese Black, Tomoko Organic Kamaraicha, Ayumi High-Grade Sencha, Ikki Shiraore and Jiro Organic Houjicha. Each sample has approximately 10 grams of tea; enough for one or two servings. *Samples may vary, matcha is unavailable for sample set*
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TOMOKO Organic Premium Kamaraicha 1.5oz (42.5g)
$17.00This exceptional pan-fried Japanese Organic green tea is made from the very rare Minami Sayaka cultivar which has a gorgeous jasmine-flower fragrance called “kamaka” in Japanese. A luscious fruity flavor and bright golden color make this lightly caffeinated tea an all-day drinker!
Region: Miyazaki
Producer: MIYAZAKI RYO -
SONOGI COCHA Japanese Black Tea 2oz (56g)
$15.00The best tasting black tea we’ve ever had! Cocha means “Black Tea” in Japanese and this rarely produced black tea is simply stunning and delicious. Smooth and brewed to a beautifully golden/copper color, naturally sweet and fruity, this black tea is easy to enjoy whether hot or cold-brewed. Rich and full-flavored, wonderful with cream, sugar, honey, lemon or simply pure. Oishi!
Region: Higashi Sonagi
Producer: NAKAYAMA KOSUKE -
750 ML MIZUDASHI Cold Brew Bottle
$25.00Achieve your Japanese tea’s true rich and sweet flavors without the bitterness! Enjoy an exceptional brewing, storage and serving experience; heat resistant glass and enclosed filter are durable and machine washable.
Photo Credit Aldo Bloise/IKKYU-Tea