ITO EN Home Size Hojicha
Double-roasted domestic first-harvest tea. Everyday hojicha with a sweet, toasty aroma.
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Product Overview
ITO EN "Home Size Hojicha" is a loose-leaf hojicha made with 100% domestic first-harvest tea, offering a rich aroma.
It is made using a carefully developed "double-roasting" method, in which the tea leaves are dried evenly over low heat before roasting. This brings out hojicha's characteristic sweet, toasty flavor while keeping bitterness in check.
Steep it quickly in boiling water to enjoy its gently spreading aroma and clean taste. This home-size hojicha is recommended with everyday meals, after meals, or during a relaxing tea break.
Product Features
Made with 100% Domestic First-Harvest Tea
Made with 100% first-harvest tea picked in Japan. This hojicha is carefully crafted with domestic tea leaves, preserving the leaves' original flavor.
Carefully Double-Roasted
Made using a "double-roasting" method in which the tea leaves are dried evenly over low heat before roasting. This brings out hojicha's rich, characteristic aroma.
Low in Bitterness with a Sweet, Toasty Flavor
A gentle taste with reduced bitterness and a toasty aroma. When brewed with boiling water, its sweet, toasty aroma gently fills the air.
Home Size for Everyday Enjoyment
Contains 100g, making it easy to enjoy regularly at home. Adjust the strength to your preference in a teapot, and serve it with everyday meals or to guests.
🍽️ How to Brew
Brewing hojicha with hot water brings out its toasty aroma. Use a teapot and enjoy it at your preferred strength.
※The instructions above are general guidelines for brewing hojicha. If the product package provides brewing instructions, follow those instead.
🧾 Ingredients
Tea (Japan)
📋 Product Information
ITO EN Home Size Hojicha
100g
Loose-leaf tea
Japan
None (according to manufacturer labeling)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
QIs this a tea-bag product?
ANo. This is loose-leaf hojicha. Brew it using a teapot or tea strainer.
QWhat does this hojicha taste like?
AIt is characterized by low bitterness and a sweet, toasty flavor. Enjoy its rich aroma, brought out by double roasting.
QCan I drink it as iced hojicha?
AYes. You can enjoy it as iced hojicha by cooling tea brewed with boiling water and adding ice. For hygiene reasons, drink prepared tea promptly.
QDoes it contain caffeine?
AYes. Since hojicha is made from tea leaves, it contains caffeine. The specific caffeine content of this product has not been disclosed. If you are limiting your caffeine intake, please be mindful of how much you drink.
QWhat meals and snacks does it pair well with?
AIt is recommended with everyday Japanese meals and as an after-meal drink. It also pairs well with Japanese sweets such as rice crackers, daifuku, and dorayaki, allowing you to enjoy its toasty flavor.
QHow should I store it?
AStore away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humidity. After opening, close the bag securely and keep it away from moisture and surrounding odors. Consume promptly.
- When using boiling water, take care to avoid a burn.
- Consume promptly after opening.
- After brewing, do not leave the tea at room temperature for a long time; consume it promptly.
- As it contains caffeine from tea leaves, please take care if you are limiting your caffeine intake.
- Please also check the precautions listed on the product package.
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, high temperatures, and humidity.
- After opening, close the bag securely to keep out moisture.
- Tea leaves readily absorb surrounding odors, so store them away from strongly scented foods and other items.
- After opening, consume promptly before the flavor deteriorates.
