• Wakocha Japanese black tea powder in a red resealable tin with a gold lid, shown with a small pile of the powder on a white background.
  • Back of the red Wakocha Japanese black tea tin showing the nutrition facts, ingredients and preparation steps on a white background.
  • Traditional Kyoto tea shop storefront with staff behind a noren curtain, text 'Rooted in Kyoto' describing the Uji tea traditions behind every step of production.
  • A tea farmer inspecting bright green tea leaves in a sunlit field, text 'Partnered Local Farms' about working with growers who have mastered tea cultivation for generations.
  • Curved rows of tea bushes on a terraced hillside below a forest, with the JAS mark and text 'Certified Organic' and 'Japanese National Standard'.
  • Product size guide for the Wakocha Japanese black tea tin held in a hand, marked 6.0 cm wide and 6.5 cm tall, 40g net weight and 1 tsp (2g) per serving, labelled resealable tin.
  • How to prepare Wakocha Japanese black tea in three steps: 1 tsp (2g) of powder, 60ml of hot water, then 120-240ml of water or milk, shown with the drink being poured.
  • Open Wakocha Japanese black tea tin on a wooden surface with the gold lid beside it, revealing the inner foil bag, text 'Sealed in airtight bag for maximum freshness'.
  • Video showing how to prepare and enjoy Yedoensis Wakocha Japanese black tea.
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YEDOENSIS Wakocha Powder - Organic Japanese Black Tea Powder (40g)

YEDOENSIS Wakocha Powder - Organic Japanese Black Tea Powder (40g)

$16.98 USD
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Product Details

Discover the Crafting Excellence That Comes with Japanese Black Tea

  • Japanese Black Tea, Redefined: Wakocha is Japan’s refined expression of black tea, crafted from fully oxidized Japanese Camellia sinensis leaves. Compared to many black teas, it is naturally sweeter and smoother, with very little bitterness.
  • Naturally Mellow, Sweet, and Aromatic: Celebrated for its gentle sweetness and light body, wakocha offers soft notes of honey, ripe fruit, and malt. Its rounded aroma and clean finish suit those who prefer smoother, less astringent teas.
  • Organically Grown and Carefully Processed: Organically cultivated and hand-harvested in Japan, this wakocha benefits from cool mountain air and mineral-rich soil. Slow oxidation develops its deep color and layered aroma.
  • From the Japanese Tea Capital: Japan brings generations of expertise to every step of wakocha production. The harmony between traditional Japanese techniques and black tea processing results in a tea that’s truly one of a kind.
  • A Matcha-style Japanese Black Tea Powder: Finely milled into a smooth powder, Premium Wakocha is designed to be prepared similarly to matcha. Whisk it traditionally or enjoy it in lattes, desserts, and baked goods for a sweet, malty depth.
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Item Details

- Vegan and Halal product
- Origin: Shizuoka, Japan

Shipping and Handling

- Orders ship once a week, on Wednesdays. Orders placed before Wednesday 00:00 (UTC) ship that Wednesday. Orders to the United States may ship sooner.

- Free shipping on orders of US$100 or more to the United States, CA$100 or more to Canada, A$100 or more to Australia, £50 or more to the United Kingdom, and US$50 or more to all other countries we ship to.

- We currently only ship to the countries available in the country selector at the bottom of the page. See our Shipping Policy for shipping rates and delivery times.

FAQ

1. What makes these teas traditional? These teas each have their own unique history and meanings within Japan. Matcha for example is highly prevalent in traditional ceremonies, and Genmaicha was popularized during the Edo period in Japan as tea merchants sought to extend their supplies to help get through tough financial times. Furthermore, their cultivation method is also done through traditional Japanese means, assuring an authentic and true to Japan product.

2. How should I store this product? We recommend that you store your wakocha away from light and sealed firmly in a cool environment. Placing it in the refrigerator is best to maximize freshness.

3. What is your policy on "best by" dates? While it heavily depends, there will always be at least 3 months before the best by date. Upon opening, we do recommend that you consume all the contents within 1-2 months for the best quality.

4. The serving sizes are too small/large, what should I do? Japanese palates often 2 grams per serving so this is what we used as our guideline. However, a benefit of powdered tea is that this can be altered to the level of your choosing. If you prefer a stronger or lighter taste, feel free to adjust tea and water levels accordingly.

5. Are all these teas gluten free? Yes, all the teas included in the Classic Collection are gluten free.

6. Can all of them be enjoyed hot and cold? Of course! All three of our teas can be enjoyed in various different ways. Whether it be hot, cold, in a latte, or used as an ingredient in food, matcha, genmaicha, and hojicha prove to be versatile products.

7. Why does YEDOENSIS focus on powdered teas? Studies have shown that funmatsucha (Japanese powdered tea) extracts more nutrients from the leaves than standard brewing methods. Specifically, the process of applying hot water to tea leaves is said to only extract 30% of the contents in the leaves. In comparison, funmatsucha allows you to consume all the natural nutrients in the tea leaves as they are crushed in a fine powder without any leftover. This demonstrates mottainai, or the Japanese principle of "do not waste."