About Karigane
Karigane is made from the parts of the tea plant, the stems, leaves, and powder, sorted out while we make our high-grade Gyokuro and Sencha. Because of that it costs less than leaf-only tea of the same standing.
The quality of the tea plants gives our Karigane a pleasant, rounded flavour, a fine choice for daily use.
Karigane (Kukicha)
Stem tea from the same fine leaf as our Gyokuro and Sencha, from an everyday cup to a refined daily favourite.
Karigane (Kukicha) “Take”
This tea is made from the stems and veins of high-grade Gyokuro. The high quality of the tea plants used makes this a good tea to buy at an affordable price and to drink daily.
Karigane (Kukicha) “Uji no Kaori”
The high quality of the tea plants used makes this a good tea to buy at an affordable price and to drink daily. Like all Gyokuro teas, it has a uniquely distinct aroma.
Karigane (Kukicha) “Matsu”
A refined stem tea with a smooth, rounded character, easy to steep for a clean daily cup.
Karigane (Kukicha) “Ikkyu no Sato”
This is our most popular tea! It is made from the stems and veins of high-grade Gyokuro.
Karigane (Kukicha) “Tenka-Ichi”
Tenka-ichi is made from the stems and veins of the highest-grade Gyokuro we produce. The high quality of the tea plants used makes this a good tea to buy at an affordable price.
A gentle, forgiving steep
Karigane is easy to brew, hot or cold. Our brewing guide shows the rest.