Description 2026 first harvest Iyoko is a premium sencha from Kakuda Seicha in Okuyame. Versatile and smooth, Iyoko can be brewed cold or hot, to be enjoyed alongside meals or as a strong, umami-forward standalone beverage. With a sweet opening, the typical Yame astringency and umami will develop at the aftertaste. Well-balanced, Iyoko is a blend of the fresh aroma of Yabukita with the deliciousness of Tsuyu Hikari. Deep-green and highly aromatic. Owing to the special cultivation methods developed by Kakuda Seicha, Like her sister Isami, Iyoko has a high level of theanine with a concentration of a whopping 2%, comparable to high-grade matcha. A relaxing focus boosting tea enjoyable at all times of day.
