Profile
Taira Kai – Regional Brand Producer
With a mission to share Japan’s traditional culinary culture with the world, I founded my venture in 2023 as a Regional Brand Producer.
After a 21-year career in public administration, I rediscovered the incredible resources of my hometown, Kagoshima, and was inspired to share their unique allure with a broader audience.
Today, I proudly present our signature product, “Misty Leaf”—a premium blend crafted from carefully selected tea leaves of Kagoshima, embodying our commitment to both health and authentic flavor. Now available throughout the United States, “Misty Leaf” has earned a place in the top five search results for “Japanese green tea” on Amazon US’s Japan Store, winning the support of tea enthusiasts across America.
Through this blog, I offer you an insider’s view of the green tea production process and share a wealth of insights and stories from the world of green tea.
Characteristics of Sencha from Japan’s Iconic Regions
Misty Leaf is a premium sencha, masterfully blended from carefully selected tea leaves grown in Kagoshima Prefecture. If you haven’t yet experienced Kagoshima Sencha, now is the perfect opportunity to try it.
Below is a summary of the distinctive attributes found in sencha cultivated in Japan’s renowned tea-producing regions:
 Kagoshima tea |  Kyoto Uji Tea |  Sizuoka Tea | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Color | Deep, Rich Green: Distinguished by its vivid and robust appearance. | Pale Green with a Yellowish Tint: Characterized by its clear, transparent quality. | Bright, Clear Green: Radiating with a luminous and pristine clarity. |
| Flavor | Deep & Mellow: A profound, rich body with restrained astringency and minimal bitterness. | Elegant Umami: Exquisitely refined umami paired with a light, graceful mouthfeel. | Crisp & Balanced: A refreshing, crisp astringency complemented by a well-balanced flavor profile. |
| Aroma | Young Leaf Freshness: A refreshing, gentle aroma reminiscent of tender new leaves,exuding an elegant, vibrant green essence. | Subtly Sweet Elegance: A delicately sweet, refined fragrance with a calm and composed character. | New Green Vibrance: A crisp, invigorating aroma that captures the fresh spirit of new green foliage. |
| Mouthfeel | Rich & Deep: An intensely full-bodied flavor with a lingering finish. | Light & Elegant: Gracefully refined with a delicate, sophisticated touch. | Crisp & Refreshing: Inviting and easy to drink, with a clean, sharp finish. |
Note: These characteristics are general and may vary depending on the tea variety and other factors.
Kagoshima Sencha is a robust and richly flavored tea, born from Kagoshima’s volcanic soil and perfected with a deep steaming process. Unlike the refined delicacy of Uji tea or the crisp freshness of Shizuoka tea, it delivers a powerful, profound taste experience.
For those who wish to experience authentic Kagoshima Sencha,
please visit our dedicated page.
Discover the Art of Brewing Delicious Sencha
How to brew hot green tea
＜Directions for 2 cups (Japanese size)＞
■Leaves:6g(2tsp)
■Hot Water:180ml(6.1fl oz)
■Temperature:75℃(167℉)
■Steeping:60sec
＊Serve tea evenly into each cup to the last drops.
How to brew iced green tea
＜Directions for 1 mugful＞
■Leaves:6g(2tsp)
■Ice cube:Approx.60g(2.11oz)
＊About 3 pieces
■Hot Water:120ml(4.23fl oz)
■Temperature:80–85℃(176–185℉)
■Steeping:about 60sec
How to make in advance in bottles
＜Directions for 750–1,000ml(25.3–33.8fl oz)＞
■Leaves:12g(4tsp)
■Cold water:750–1,000ml(25.3–33.8fl oz)
＊Store in refrigerator for more than 3 hours
