Gyokuro Kokyu

Gyokuro Kokyu – Ujitawara Gyokuro and Wazuka Kabusecha Kyoto Blend

Gyokuro Kokyu is a blend of two of Kyoto Prefecture's finest teas: Ujitawara Gyokuro and Wazuka Kabusecha, or "covered tea." By combining the two, tea masters produce a consistent, high-quality gyokuro that tea drinkers worldwide can enjoy at a stable, affordable price. For cafes, Japanese restaurants, tea shops and retailers, it is a practical way to offer gyokuro regularly without luxury-tier pricing.

Gyokuro is shaded for several weeks before harvest to increase its sweetness and umami. Kabusecha is grown in the same way but shaded for a shorter period, which raises chlorophyll and creates a flavor that sits between sencha and gyokuro. Blended together, they create a well-rounded cup that captures the strengths of both. The liquor is a rich, bright green. The first impression is a slight, fresh grassiness, followed by rich umami sweetness, a smooth and well-rounded body and a long, lingering finish. The tea delivers gyokuro's luxurious umami and sweetness alongside the freshness of kabusecha, at a price point suitable for everyday use. It is naturally rich in L-theanine and antioxidants for calm, focused refreshment. It shows best when brewed with cooler water and supports multiple infusions. It pairs well with Japanese cuisine, from sushi to tempura, and with delicate wagashi sweets, and it is an approachable introduction to gyokuro as well as a good gift for Japanese tea fans.

Product Profile

• Type: Japanese green tea blend (gyokuro and kabusecha)
• Origin: Kyoto Prefecture, Japan (Ujitawara and Wazuka)
• Liquor: Rich, bright green
• First Notes: Slight, fresh grassiness
• Flavor: Rich umami sweetness
• Body: Smooth and well-rounded
• Finish: Long and lingering
• Caffeine: Contains caffeine

Key Selling Points

• Blend of Ujitawara Gyokuro and Wazuka Kabusecha
• Sourced from Kyoto Prefecture
• Rich umami sweetness with a lingering finish
• Consistent quality at an affordable price
• Accessible entry point into the gyokuro category

Smooth and balanced, Gyokuro Kokyu makes gyokuro a realistic everyday offering for tea businesses.