Nishi Seicha is one of the largest and most renowned family-run farms in southern Kyushu. Nestled in the lush forested hills of Makizono, Kirishima, the fields benefit from plenty of morning dew and an ideal climate for growing tea. Organic green teas of outstanding quality thrive on the fertile volcanic soil under the careful guidance of tea legend Toshimi Nishi - so it is no surprise that his reputation extends far beyond the region. So much so that tea farmers hundreds of kilometres away consider Mr. Nishi as their role model.
After the tragic and sudden passing of his father, he had to assume full responsibility for the expansive farm overnight, which at the time was also burdened by significant debt. Where others would have given up, Mr. Nishi worked tirelessly to rebuild and grow the farm into one of Japan's largest and best tea farms. The exceptional quality of his teas reflects both his unrivalled expertise and his unwavering commitment to the land, complemented by the use of state-of-the-art machinery to process and monitor every step of the tea production.
