Horii Shichimeien Premium Sencha - Homare no Kaori (Award-winning)

Honored at the Kansai Tea Competition, Homare no Kaori is a sencha that celebrates both refinement and fragrance. Its name, meaning “Fragrance of Honor,” reflects the tea’s graceful balance of sweetness and umami, paired with a refreshing young-leaf aroma (mirume-ka). Needle-like leaves unfurl to release a gentle yet deeply satisfying infusion, making this sencha a proud representative of Horii Shichimeien’s craft.

Brewed at a low temperature with more leaves and less water, the tea reveals its most delicate qualities: soft layers of umami, a hint of white peach, and the unmistakable scent of fresh greenery. This is sencha for those who wish to experience Japanese tea at its award-winning best.

Once, Uji was home to seven tea farms known as the Uji Shichimeien (Seven Famous Tea Farms of Uji). It is said that during the Muromachi period, the Ashikaga shogun designated these seven farms due to his appreciation for Uji tea.

However, over time, urbanization led to the disappearance of these tea farms, one after another. The only one that remained was Okunoyama Tea Farm. Horii Shichimeien acquired it in the mid-Meiji period and has preserved and cultivated it ever since. They are also one of the few tea merchants in Uji that own their own tea farm.

For over 600 years, this tea farm has continued production, carrying on the history of Uji tea. While the other six farms have disappeared, they have maintained the only remaining one. This dedication is reflected in their name: Horii Shichimeien.

Location: Uji, Kyoto
Taste Profile: Fresh Young Leaf, Ocean Breeze, White Peach
Cultivar: Blended
Steaming Level: Light (Asamushi)
Harvest Method: Hand-picked

Umami: ◾◾◾◾
Sweetness: ◾◾◾◾◾
Astringency: ◾◾
Aroma: ◾◾◾◾◾

Best for: Tea lovers seeking an award-winning sencha with refined aroma and balanced flavor. Also an excellent gift for someone who values rare and distinguished teas.

How to brew:
- Use 6-8g of tea leaves. (2 servings)

- Add 100ml of 150°F water
- Steep the tea for 1 minute.

- Squeeze out every last drop before serving.

Recommended to consume within 2 weeks after opening.

50g