June Letter –
Embracing the Rainy Season with Shincha
June marks the onset of the rainy season, a time when the soft patter of rain brings life to the fields and a sense of calm to our days. It's the perfect moment to revisit the fresh, vibrant flavors of shincha, allowing its lingering notes to accompany us as we await the deeper complexities of aged sencha.
Enjoying Tea on Rainy Days
A moment of tea,
accompanied by the rhythm
of rain.
Let the gentle sound of raindrops create a serene backdrop as you mindfully brew your tea. This quiet ritual offers a chance to connect with the present and find comfort in the simplicity of the moment.
Ways to Enjoy This Moment
Shincha Onigiri
Savoring Shincha with Seasonal Delights
Pair your tea with a rice ball mixed with finely chopped pickled vegetables and plum paste, or enjoy a refreshing jelly infused with tea leaves.
Suikou Kanten
Take the time to brew your tea with care, allowing the process to become a meditative practice that enhances your appreciation of its flavors.
Minazuki + First Tea of The Season
Aged Sencha Progress Report – June
The tea leaves harvested in May have begun their transformation, entering the initial stages of aging. In a carefully controlled environment, they are slowly developing the rich, nuanced flavors that will be unveiled in October.
As we navigate the gentle rains of June, let each cup of tea be a reminder of the beauty found in patience and the joys that come with each season.
MARUTO NO HITOKOTO
As the rainy season settles in,
the gentle sound of rain and the aroma of tea begin to fill the air
bringing a quiet kind of comfort.
About a month has passed since harvest.
Shincha starts to mellow, softening its edges and gaining depth.
On a rainy day, take a moment to pour hot water and let the aroma rise.
In this stillness, the season’s best cup awaits. Savor the tea just as it is now gently shaped by nature and time.
