{"product_id":"omotenashi-kabusecha-by-kiyokazu-s","title":"Strong-Kabusecha by Kiyokazu S.","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhile kabusecha is typically shaded for 12–14 days, Mr. Shimizu extends the process to 16 days. On the tenth day of shading, he adds a second cover, increasing the shading rate from 70% to 90%. This extra step softens the leaf structure, deepening both umami and richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlthough this method reduces yield by about 30%, the resulting leaves are so tender that they can be enjoyed even after brewing—delicious as \u003ci\u003eohitashi\u003c\/i\u003e or with ponzu. His kabusecha is equally enjoyable brewed hot or cold, offering exceptional depth and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescription: Kabusecha Leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHarvest Season: May 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTasting notes: Strong Umami\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Kiyokazu Shimizu","offers":[{"title":"10g Sample","offer_id":51708463218969,"sku":null,"price":176.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":51708463251737,"sku":null,"price":17600.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/8142\/0313\/files\/7f55ecf7e2dffecdb6f1c8a484b1ea20.png?v=1764333682","url":"https:\/\/www.wtea-directtrade.com\/products\/omotenashi-kabusecha-by-kiyokazu-s","provider":"WTEA - Direct Trade Japanese Tea Platform","version":"1.0","type":"link"}