Escape for a weekend getaway in Tokyo with this classic Japanese tea made from roasted, pan-fired green tealeaves. The roasting process gives the leaves a smooth, toasty, nutty, slightly burnt-caramel flavor with strong accents of coffee and roasted barley. Its robust, satisfying flavor and metabolism-boosting properties makes this tea a popular diet aid.
(Alternate spelling = "Houjicha").
Organic green tea
This tea is USDA Certified Organic. Japan
Tin Size: Our elegant, embossed tin is designed to keep tea fresh and full of flavor. Each tin holds approximately 48 teaspoons (16 tablespoons) of loose tea. The number of servings-per-tin varies depending upon the type of tea, leaf size, cup size and desired strength (amount of tea used). The tin itself measures 6.25 inches tall, 2.75 inches wide and 2 inches deep. Although the tin holds 16 fluid ounces by volume, the actual ounce weight of the tea within varies depending on the density of each specific type of tea.
Sample Size: Samples are packaged in re-sealable foil bags that contain approximately 6 teaspoons (2 tablespoons) of loose-leaf tea. One sample brews between 2-6 cups depending on desired strength.
The bag itself measures approximately 3 inches wide, 5 inches tall and 0.5 inches deep.
