{"product_id":"japanese-tea-uji-shincha-edible-shincha-50g-bag","title":"[New Arrival] Japanese Green Tea Uji Shincha – Edible Shincha (50g Bag)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"70\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eEdible Shincha — Fresh Tea You Can Eat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eStarting in Japan's warmer regions, shincha—Japan’s first flush tea of the season—is harvested once a year.\u003cbr data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eAmong them, the season for Uji Shincha arrives around the traditional “88th Night” (Hachijūhachi-ya), a time considered to offer the best balance of aroma and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"643\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"378\"\u003e“Edible Shincha”\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fragrant Uji tea made from tender new buds picked at their most flavorful moment.\u003cbr data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"468\"\u003eThese young leaves are finely cut to make them easy to enjoy while retaining their refreshing aroma and rich umami.\u003cbr data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"586\"\u003ePerfect for adding color and flavor to dishes and sweets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eKey Nutrients Found in Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eTea leaves contain a variety of beneficial compounds such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"921\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"825\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"759\"\u003eCatechins\u003c\/strong\u003e: Known for antioxidant, antibacterial, and antiviral properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"921\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"840\"\u003eTheanine\u003c\/strong\u003e: An amino acid contributing to tea’s characteristic umami and relaxing effects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eOther nutrients include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eWater-soluble components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"977\" data-end=\"980\"\u003ecaffeine, vitamin C, vitamin B2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eNon-water-soluble components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eVitamin A, vitamin E, dietary fiber (insoluble), chlorophyll, protein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eWhen drinking brewed tea, only about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e30%\u003c\/strong\u003e of these nutrients are consumed.\u003cbr data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eThe remaining \u003cstrong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e70%\u003c\/strong\u003e stays in the used tea leaves (chagara), since even water-soluble components such as catechins are not fully extracted through normal brewing methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1617\"\u003eBy eating tea leaves directly, you can enjoy the full spectrum of nutrients that would otherwise go to waste in discarded leaves.\u003cbr data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eFreshly picked tea buds are exceptionally tender, making them a perfect edible ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eRecommended Ways to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1655\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eSprinkle over freshly cooked rice to make a flavorful mixed rice dish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eAdd to \u003cem data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003edashi\u003c\/em\u003e broth for a delicious ochazuke (tea over rice)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eUse as a topping for soups, potage, or salads for a refreshing texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eBlend into a morning smoothie for a nutritional boost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003eAnd of course, it can still be brewed as a traditional tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eThese are just a few examples—feel free to experiment and discover dishes that pair beautifully with \u003cem data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eEdible Shincha\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eProduct Dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e 20cm (H) × 12cm (W)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBest before:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e- 90 days from production.\u003cbr\u003e- Freshness is essential to tea. Please consume promptly after opening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e*To enjoy its peak freshness and aroma, please consume it soon after opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fukujuen Global Online Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45389204160665,"sku":"0523809","price":2400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/4898\/5241\/files\/net__1200.jpg?v=1747893351","url":"https:\/\/global.fukujuen.com\/products\/japanese-tea-uji-shincha-edible-shincha-50g-bag","provider":"Fukujuen Global Online Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}