Harney & Sons Japanese Sencha Loose Leaf Green Tea — 4 oz tin, Shizuoka single-origin, bright vegetal umami

Harney & Sons Japanese Sencha is a finely harvested loose-leaf green tea from Shizuoka, offered in a 4 oz package for everyday brewing.

Grown in central Shizuoka and commonly enjoyed throughout Tokyo homes, this Sencha offers a classic, balanced green-tea profile designed for daily cups. Sourced and blended by Harney & Sons, it captures the bright vegetal character expected from Japanese sencha while remaining approachable for newcomers and experienced tea drinkers alike. Packaged as loose leaf, it lets you control leaf quantity and infusion time for tailored strength.

What flavor and aroma can I expect from this Shizuoka sencha?

This Sencha presents a clean vegetal aroma with fresh grassy notes and a mild sweetness on the finish. The cup is bright with a gentle seaweed-like umami characteristic typical of Japanese green teas, but kept restrained so it feels smooth rather than astringent.

• Fresh green and grassy aromatics with mild sweetness
• Balanced umami without sharp astringency
• Light, clear liquor that highlights leaf quality

How should I brew Harney & Sons Japanese Sencha for best results?

Use water below boiling—around 160–175°F (70–80°C)—and steep briefly to preserve brightness and reduce bitterness. Measure roughly 1 teaspoon (about 2 grams) per 6–8 oz of water and steep 1–2 minutes, adjusting time or leaf quantity to taste.

• Water temperature: 160–175°F / 70–80°C
• Leaf amount: ~1 tsp (2 g) per 6–8 oz water
• Steep time: 1–2 minutes, increase slightly for stronger cups

Can I re-steep the leaves and how will subsequent brews taste?

Yes—quality sencha leaves can usually be steeped 2–3 times, with each infusion offering a slightly different profile. The first infusion gives the brightest vegetal notes, the second softens into mellow sweetness, and the third may reveal deeper umami tones.

• Typically 2–3 usable infusions from the same leaves
• Reduce steep time slightly for repeat brews to avoid bitterness
• Expect evolving flavor: bright → mellow → savory

What dietary or certification details should I know?

Harney & Sons Japanese Sencha is gluten-free and Kosher certified, making it suitable for a range of dietary preferences. As a pure green tea product with no added ingredients, it’s simple to integrate into daily routines or gift sets.

• Gluten-free ingredient profile
• Kosher certified for dietary compliance
• Single-origin leaves from central Shizuoka

Who is this for: This 4 oz tin is ideal for people who want a reliable everyday Japanese green tea—those learning to appreciate sencha, anyone replacing their morning coffee ritual with a lighter cup, and tea enthusiasts looking to enjoy authentic Shizuoka flavor without committing to a larger quantity. It also suits cooks and mixologists seeking a clean green tea base for recipes and cold-brew applications, and shoppers who need gluten-free and Kosher-certified options.

Ingredients

Green tea