Hibi Uji Gyokuro

Hibi Uji Gyokuro – Daily-Grade Shade-Grown Kyoto Green Tea for Wholesale

Hibi Uji Gyokuro is grown and produced in Uji, on the southern edge of Kyoto, one of Japan's most famous tea regions. It offers the rich, umami character of gyokuro at an accessible price, making it a practical choice for cafes and retailers that want to offer shade-grown Japanese tea every day.

Gyokuro is a Japanese green tea that is shaded for at least two weeks before harvest. Shading naturally raises the chlorophyll and amino acid content of the leaf, producing a distinctive, umami-rich cup. Hibi means daily in Japanese, and this gyokuro is a high-quality, budget-friendly option for customers who want to drink gyokuro regularly. Its flavor is bolder than our highest-grade gyokuro varieties, which makes it a dependable everyday companion. The liquor is vibrant green, the flavor thick, grassy and umami-rich, with a bold character, slight astringency and a full, satisfying finish. It is naturally rich in L-theanine, associated with calm focus, and its strong flavor holds up well to food and to ice. For foodservice, it works with meals, as an excellent iced green tea, and over multiple infusions that reveal its depth. It pairs with sushi, grilled fish, rice bowls and savory snacks, and it is a good introduction for customers before they step up to premium gyokuro grades.

Product Profile

• Type: Japanese green tea (gyokuro), shade-grown
• Origin: Uji, Kyoto, Japan
• Processing: Shaded at least two weeks before harvest
• Liquor: Vibrant green
• Flavor: Thick, grassy and umami-rich; bold with slight astringency
• Finish: Full and satisfying
• Caffeine: Contains caffeine

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Uji gyokuro at an everyday price point
• Bold umami flavor that stands up to food and ice
• Natural source of L-theanine
• Supports multiple infusions
• Entry point that can lead customers to premium grades

Hibi Uji Gyokuro makes gyokuro part of the daily routine. It is a strong value option for any Japanese tea menu.