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[Second Flush] Ingredients: Green Tea (Shizuoka Prefecture) Contents: 1kgCompared to general sencha (tea leaf extract), the deep steaming method dissolves the tea leaves themselves. In addition to color and umami, the healthy components of the tea leaves are also dissolved. The tea leaves become fine and do not look good, but deep steamed tea prioritizes "taste" over the shape of the tea leaves.Commercial deep steamed tea uses second flush tea picked in June. Second flush tea is rich in catechins, which are good for health, compared to the first flush tea. Catechins are also astringent components, so it is recommended for those who prefer a more astringent taste. Furthermore, the powder and stems are removed from the aracha (unrefined tea), and only the tea leaves are selected. This is so-called honcha.Deep steaming method that utilizes high-quality tea leaves: Araba-en's tea is "deep steamed tea" made using the deep steaming method, where tea leaves are steamed three to four times longer than ordinary sencha.Makinohara Plateau has long hours of sunlight, growing thick, nutrient-rich tea leaves. By steaming these tea leaves for a long time, the tannin (bitter and astringent) content decreases, and the theanine (sweetness) of amino acids increases, resulting in a mellow tea. The tea leaves become fine, but it is characterized by a beautiful deep green color, mellow sweetness, and deep richness.[Disclaimer] Please note that if the product packaging (including contents) is changed due to a manufacturer's product renewal, we will deliver the new packaging.