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The harvest begins in Kagoshima, a southern and warm | '''Shincha''', literally meaning "new tea," is the first harvest (first flush) of Japanese [[green tea]]. It is essentially the same as Ichibancha, which means "first tea," and is renowned for its fresh flavor and sweetness. The term "Ichibancha" highlights the distinction from Nibancha (second tea) and Sanbancha (third tea). In contrast, Kocha, meaning "old tea," refers to tea from the previous year. | ||
The harvest season begins in Kagoshima, a southern and warm region, and progresses northward with the warming weather, much like the blooming Sakura cherry trees. In Japan, it is said that drinking Shincha on the 88th day after the spring equinox ensures good health throughout the year. New crops typically become available on the market from late April to May. Due to its popularity in Japan, Shincha often sells out quickly and can be challenging to obtain abroad. | |||
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Revision as of 09:42, 16 June 2024
Shincha, literally meaning "new tea," is the first harvest (first flush) of Japanese green tea. It is essentially the same as Ichibancha, which means "first tea," and is renowned for its fresh flavor and sweetness. The term "Ichibancha" highlights the distinction from Nibancha (second tea) and Sanbancha (third tea). In contrast, Kocha, meaning "old tea," refers to tea from the previous year.
The harvest season begins in Kagoshima, a southern and warm region, and progresses northward with the warming weather, much like the blooming Sakura cherry trees. In Japan, it is said that drinking Shincha on the 88th day after the spring equinox ensures good health throughout the year. New crops typically become available on the market from late April to May. Due to its popularity in Japan, Shincha often sells out quickly and can be challenging to obtain abroad.