Product specificity This chiran tea is made from tea leaves grown in Chiran area, a former town in Kagoshima Prefecture, now part of the city of Minamikyushu. This aromatic tea has a sweet, deep aroma and mellow flavor. Cold brewing the tea creates a richer and more flavorful experience. Why don’t you give it a try? What is Chiran Tea? This is the signature tea of Kagoshima Prefecture. Specifically, it refers to tea produced in Minamikyushu City within Kagoshima Prefecture. While over 80% of tea cultivated in Japan is of the “Yabukita” variety, Chiran Tea is characterized by its use of a wide variety of tea leaves. Blending these leaves results in a deep aroma and rich flavor. This tea has won numerous awards, including the Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award and the Production Area Award in the Regular Sencha category at the National Tea Competition, and is highly regarded for its quality. Today’s special Looking for a refreshing cup of tea? Please take a look at our iced tea recipe.