Gaba Tea 310
Hirayanagi Organic

Super Premium 96 P.

Steamed GABA green tea from Japan with ≥300 mg/100g GABA content. Crafted from the Yabukita cultivar, pesticide-free. Grown by top tea farmer Toshihiro Hirayanagi, one of Japan’s most renowned Temomi masters. Premium quality and sourced from the idyllic Fuji region in Shizuoka, 80g

  • From a top tea farmer and one of the best Temomi masters in Japan, Toshihiro Hirayanagi
  • Comprehensive and natural approach to cultivation, organic certified
  • Cultivated completely without pesticides since 2003
  • Tea garden located in a remote, idyllic landscape
  • Laboratory tested: 310mg GABA per 100g tea
CharacterCrème Brûlée, mineral, balanced, milky
Tea GardenYamahira en, Toshihiro Hirayanagi
TerroirSudo River Valley, Fuji, Shizuoka
Harvest2nd harvest (nibancha), June 2024
CultivarYabukita
SteamingMedium (chumushi, 40 seconds)
Elevation200m
Organic Cert.Certified organic cultivation (JAS organic, EU organic)
GABA ContentGABA: 300mg/100g
AwardsThe tea farmer is the chairman of the Fuji City Temomi Preservation Society
Grade96/100 p. (GABA Tea Category); Super Premium
  £18.90
80g

Delivery: 4–5 working days

Incl. VAT, excl. shipping

SKU
N7360BDE
£236.25 / 1 kg
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Delivery: 4–5 working days

Incl. VAT, excl. shipping

SKU
N7360BDE
£236.25 / 1 kg

Tea Farm

Yamahira en Tea Garden

Mr. Toshihiro Hirayanagi, the farmer at the Yamahira tea garden, pursues a philosophy that emphasises an innovative and comprehensive approach to tea cultivation, and describes tea as being "calming for the soul". In accordance with this philosophy, Mr. Hirayanagi has avoided the use of pesticides and chemical fertilisers since 2003, and is a chairman of the Fuji City Temomi Preservation Society. He is a recognised and renowned master of the traditional art of temomi tea rolling.

GABA

GABA teas were developed in Japan as a functional tea: due to the production method, the leaves synthesise a high concentration of GABA. GABA is the most important messenger substance (inhibitory neurotransmitter) in the central nervous system and is involved in significant processes within the body. GABA tea also contains the richness of nutrients associated with green teas generally including catechins. Beyond their health benefits, GABA teas are beloved by tea connoisseurs for their smooth and buttery taste.

Yoshi En

Premium Organic Teas

Our comprehensive portfolio focuses on organic, single-origin teas sourced directly from renowned farms. We believe in creating partnerships with farmers who share our values and are committed to sustainable, responsible tea cultivation. Thanks to these strong relationships our exciting range is constantly growing and evolving. As an international team of dedicated and passionate tea experts, we are committed to preserving centuries-old tea culture while ensuring it remains relevant and continues to bring joy in the present. About Yoshi En.

Contents

GABA Content

The tea farmer ensures that a high GABA content is achieved through careful selection of the best leaves and his unique processing method.

GABA Amino Acid

GABA (γ-aminobutyric acid) is a natural amino acid and an important non-proteinogenic, endogenous amino acid.

GABA is found in various amounts in certain foods and is also formed in the brain from glutamine. It is found in particularly high amounts in special green tea GABA tea (up to 400mg/100g), tomatoes (up to about 60mg), sprouted rice, certain fermented foods, potatoes (16-60mg) and citrus fruits (10-23mg).

Cultivation & Processing

Location, Cultivation, Processing

The tea farm is located in a valley by the Ashitaka Mountain, to the southwest of the famous Mount Fuji. This protected area provides the ideal climate for the tea plants to grow, with plenty of fog and an optimal provision of water to the soil from the Sudo river, which passes through the valley. The farm has been able to avoid using chemical fertilisers and pesticides since 2003 thanks to these optimal growing conditions and their innovative innovative cultivation practices. Instead, the farm utilises high-grade organic fertilisers such as kelp and buckwheat husks to optimise the quality of the soil and encourage the growth of healthy, nutrient-rich plants.

Origin

This tea is sourced exclusively from the tea plantation in the Sudo River Valley and is purchased directly from the farmer.

Organic Certification

Organic Certification

PL-EKO-01
Nicht-EU-Landwirtschaft

laboratory tested
100%

Preparation

Brewing Guide

2 full teaspoons per 200-300ml (70°C) water.

For a mild, relaxing tea: steep for 30 seconds
For a strong, stimulating tea: steep for 3 minutes

Packaging

Packaged for us by the farmer in high quality, airtight, resealable standing zipper pouches.

Recommended Teapot

A banko kyusu made of purple clay with a fine ceramic sieve is ideal for GABA tea. It emphasises the umami and reduces the bitterness of the tea. Alternatively, a black tokoname kyusu can be used, which has a more neutral flavour (foundational for all types of green tea).

Recommended Storage

A high-quality tea caddy made of cherry bark (solid wood, kabazaiku chazutsu) is ideal, though any airtight tea caddy with internal coating will suffice.

Laboratory Tests

The purity of our formulas is important to us. This is why we have both our raw ingredients as well as our finished products extensively tested by independent laboratories to confirm purity and active ingredient content. Here, we have provided the results of some of the tests carried out on this product.

CONFORMITY STATEMENT

CONFORMITY STATEMENT

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CONFORMITY STATEMENT

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Our philosophy

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With our products, we try to emulate this ancient wisdom as much as possible.

Consequently, our philosophy is simple: everything we do meets the highest standards of quality and purity, with a focus on organic and natural ingredients.

We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels and down to every last detail.

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