The fields of Nuruki Seicha are located in the shadows of Kaimon Mountain (開聞岳) in southern Chiran, not far from Mt. Sakurajima. The Nuruki family has cultivated tea for over 20 years according to organic standards and comprehensive cultivation methods. We hold the Nuruki family's dedication to tea in high regard. Yuichiro Nuruki is the third generation of his family to run the farm. His father succeeded in converting the tea farm into an organic farm in the late 1990s, when agriculture in Chiran was still predominantly characterised by conventional cultivation methods. This was a challenging endeavour, particularly in the beginning. At first, the Nuruki family was ridiculed for their attempts to convert to organic farming and avoid the use of pesticides, and they had little experience or help with the transition. Yuichiro Nuruki's father, however, was not intimidated and today the Nuruki Tea Factory proudly produces premium organic teas that are notable for their strong character and nutritional benefits.
Yoshi En has recently grown out of Sunday Natural to become an independent premium tea store. As part of this transition, some products may still be shipped in Sunday Natural packaging.
Fukamushi Sencha
Kanayamidori Organic
Super Premium 96 P.
Super premium sencha directly sourced from the passionate organic tea farmer and master of fukamushi teas, Yuichiro Nuruki. A classic and robust sencha made exclusively from the 1st harvest of the exclusive kanayamidori cultivar. From a choice terroir in Chiran, Kagoshima. 100g
| Character | Full-bodied, delicately bitter, robust, vegetal umami, milky sweet finish |
| Tea Garden | Nuruki Seicha, renowned organic tea farm |
| Terroir | Chiran, Kagoshima, Japan |
| Harvest | 1st harvest (ichibancha), end of May, 2025 |
| Cultivar | Kanayamidori |
| Elevation | 160m above sea level |
| Steaming | Deep (fukamushi, 90 seconds) |
| Shading | Shaded for approximately 7 days. Shading technique: jikagise |
| Cultivation | Certified organic cultivation |
| Laboratory Tests | Radioactivity (annual test of region) and pesticides |
| Grade | 96/100 p. (sencha category); Premium |
Ferme de thé
Arôme & Caractère
Tasting Notes
A robust green tea with an umami flavour reminiscent of leek, and with a slight bitterness. An aroma of fresh hay accompanies the milky sweet finish typical of kanayamidori and rounds off the bouquet of a rich and classic fukamushi sencha.
Leaf
Small leaf pieces with large, strong needles
Cup
Delicate yellowish green
Sencha
Sencha is by far the most widely grown green tea in Japan and forms the backbone of the Japanese tea tradition. The leaves are traditionally steamed for 10 - 60 seconds after harvesting, dried with hot air, shaken and then rolled into small flat needles. The flavour profile of Sencha is versatile, ranging from sweet, fresh, grassy notes on the one hand, to strong, tart, noble, bitter notes on the other, depending on the region of cultivation.
Yoshi En
Premium Organic Teas
Our comprehensive portfolio focuses on organic, single-origin teas sourced directly from renowned farms. We believe in creating partnerships with farmers who share our values and are committed to sustainable, responsible tea cultivation. Thanks to these strong relationships our exciting range is constantly growing and evolving. As an international team of dedicated and passionate tea experts, we are committed to preserving centuries-old tea culture while ensuring it remains relevant and continues to bring joy in the present. About Yoshi En.
Culture et transformation
Culture et transformation
Special features in location, cultivation and processing
The tea field is located in the fertile lands of southern Chiran in Kagoshima, Japan. The sun shines intensely over these coastal lowlands, thus encouraging the synthesis of bitter substances in the tea plants. The tea field has been certified organic since 1998 and utilises self-produced natural fertiliser that is fermented for 3 years and made from a nutritious combination of bamboo powder and mineral-rich stone. The fertile volcanic soil is further complemented by the ashes that are carried by the wind from the nearby active volcano, Mt. Sakurajima. The tea is shaded from the strong sun for 7 days before harvest and immediately washed with water after harvest to cleanse away volcanic ash. The tea farmer takes special pride in the use of older, traditional rolling and drying machinery that is made of bamboo rather than plastic. The bamboo components ensure the high quality of the tea during processing.
Single Origin
This tea is exclusively sourced from the above mentioned tea farm in Chiran. Sourced directly from the tea farmer.
Organic Certification
PL-EKO-01
Nicht-EU-Landwirtschaft
Préparation
Préparation
Brewing Guide
2 heaped teaspoons per 100–300ml water (60°C), steep for 2 minutes. Suitable for several infusions.
Packaging & Storage
Packed in a high-quality, airtight, resealable zipper pouch with nine protective layers to preserve flavour and prevent oxidation. After opening, press out as much air as possible when snapping shut.
Recommended Teapot
The ideal teapot for fukamushi sencha is a fukumushi tokoname kyusu with a special sieve designed for the small needles and leaves. Typical sieves are easily clogged by the tea leaves, resulting in an unsatisfactory pour. The special construction of the sieve in these kyusu allows for better water flow.
Tests en laboratoire
Tests en laboratoire
We go to great lengths to identify the finest organic tea farms across the world’s most celebrated terroirs. All our teas are sourced directly from the farmer and, with a few exceptions, are certified organic or come from pesticide-free farms. Each batch of tea for every harvest is tested for pesticides and other pollutants in an independent German lab to ensure they meet our strict quality standards as well as HACCP food safety requirements. Likewise, the regions of Japan from which we source our teas are tested for radioactivity for every harvest.
Sunday Natural
Sunday Natural
Our philosophy
For thousands of years, cultures all over the world have been using a variety of plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster vitality and good health.
With our products, we try to emulate this ancient wisdom as much as possible.
Consequently, our philosophy is simple: in everything we produce, we strive for the highest standards of quality and purity, with a focus on organic and natural ingredients.
We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels, down to every last detail.