Sencha is the tea most Japanese households drink every day, and it accounts for the large majority of the country's green tea production. The leaves are grown in full sun, then steamed within hours of picking to stop oxidation before it starts — the step that separates Japanese green tea from Chinese pan-fired styles. Rolling and drying follow, shaping the leaf into the thin dark needles you see in the bag. In the cup it is fresh and grassy with a clean astringency, and the balance shifts with the water: cooler water pulls the sweetness and umami forward, hotter water brings out the briskness. One portion of leaf will give you two or three good infusions, each a little different from the last.
Tea Artisan: TakadaさんKyoto
Este té nos llega del agricultor Takada Masahiro en Uji. Su empresa, Chanoka, se remonta a 1900, cuando su bisabuelo abrió su primera plantación de té en Uji y, desde entonces, se han dedicado a cultivar y producir algunos de los mejores tés de Japón.
Origin: UjiJapan
Como su nombre lo sugiere, el Uji Sencha El chanoka se produce en Uji, la región más famosa en cuanto a la producción de té verde japonés. Este uji en particular... Sencha El té verde se cultiva en la finca Chanoka, en Uji. Este té se cultiva a una altitud de 400 metros y no recibe sombra.
Cultivar: SaemidoriTea variety
The Uji Sencha Chanoka comes from the Saemidori cultivar, one of the most sought after tea varieties in Japan.
Saemidori: The saemidori cultivar is famous for producing a light and sweet flavor profile. This tea plant is difficult to grow so it is only reserved for premium green teas like gyokuro, matcha and of course this Uji sencha.
Preparation & ServingsUp to 60 cups
Hot brew: 5 g of leaves, 150 ml of water at 60°C (140°F), 1 minute.
Brew it again: the same leaves give 3 infusions. Re-infuse 2 more times with water at the same temperature, 20 seconds each; every infusion tastes a little different.
Cold brew: best enjoyed hot, we do not recommend cold brewing this tea.
One pack: Up to 60 cups · 20 × 5 g servings, 3 infusions each · 100 g / 3.5 oz.
Why choose Nio Teas?
For us, tea is more than a beverage, it’s a way of life. We’ve spent years visiting tea farms across Japan, tasting teas with the people who grow them and building lasting, direct relationships. We believe this is the most sustainable way to source tea: fewer intermediaries, greater traceability and a closer connection between farmer and drinker.
Every tea is 100% pesticide-free and carefully selected for its taste, origin and craftsmanship. Whether you’re discovering Japanese tea or comparing cultivars and terroirs, you’ll find honest tasting notes, precise brewing guidance and real support to help you get the best from every cup.
Typical values per 100 ml of brewed tea, from the Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan (MEXT, 8th edition), sencha infusion (food no. 16037; 10 g leaf, 430 ml water at 90°C, 1 min). Values in your cup vary with the leaf, the water and the brewing time.
Complete Your Tea RitualNo Kyusu at home? No problem!
100% Pesticide-FreeDirect from FarmersPure & UnblendedSingle-Origin TerroirSmall-Batch HarvestAuthentic Japanese Craft
Unveiling Sencha's Superfood Power
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Caffeine
Natural caffeine for a gentle, sustained lift.
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Antioxidants
Rich in catechins and other naturally occurring antioxidants.
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Chlorophyll
Naturally rich in chlorophyll, the pigment behind matcha’s vibrant green colour.
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Potassium & Calcium
Naturally occurring minerals that contribute to matcha’s nutritional profile.
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L-theanine
An amino acid naturally found in tea, associated with a calm, focused feeling.
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Vitamins A, C, E & K
Contains a range of vitamins naturally present in the whole tea leaf.
Why Buy Your Sencha from Nio Teas
No middlemen, no pesticides, no risk.
30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
Try it with confidence. If it isn’t right for you, contact us within 30 days.
15 Japanese Tea Farmers
Our tea brings together the craft and regional expertise of 15 partner farmers across Japan.
Direct from Farmer to Cup
We build lasting relationships with our farmers for fewer intermediaries and greater traceability.
100% Pesticide-Free Sencha
Every Sencha is grown without pesticides, then personally tasted and selected by our team.
How to Make Sencha Like a Pro
For the preparation of the uji sencha tea, it is recommended to use water at a lower temperature and a shorter brewing time. 1 minute is more than enough time to extract a delicious flavor from the Uji Sencha Chanoka.
Heat the Water
Heat water to 60°C (140°F).
Add the Leaves
Add 5 g of leaves to a kyusu teapot.
Steep
Pour 150 ml of water and steep for 1 minute.
Pour & Brew Again
Pour out every drop, then brew the same leaves 2 more times (20 seconds each).
Loose Leaf Tea Over Teabags
Rich in Flavor, Not in Microplastics.
Chanoka, a family tea garden in Uji since 1907.
Farmer: Takadaさん
Masahiro Takada carries on the Chanoka family tea business in Ujitawara, in Kyoto's Uji tea region. The garden's own records date its opening to 1907. From shaded matcha to sencha and stem teas, the family's work combines tea-making experience with an inventive approach to how tea is prepared and enjoyed.
Why Organic Sencha Fields Make a Difference
Tea plants absorb everything from the soil, making pesticide-free farming especially important. The farmers we work with have found a way to grow delicious tea without harming the natural ecosystem.
Nio teas has been my favourite place to purchase good quality teas for a while now, and still they never disappoint me. Their teas are excellent quality, however, I’d like to give more attention to customer service - Nio team has been very kind and helpful each time I had any sort of problem. Their customer service never disappoints, they are very attentive and quick in responding to any queries, hence why I’ve been a loyal customer for a while now.
Apr 1, 2026
5 out of 5 stars
5/5
Sean
My favorite vendor for Japanese organic loose leaf green teas. They are sourcing some of the best organic teas out of Japan and supporting family farmers and the growing organic tea industry as a whole.I have ordered from every vendor for years and Nio consistently has the best prices and selection overall. They provide top notch customer service and fast shipping as well. Highly recommended 🍃
Shipping is free once your order passes the threshold for your country — USD 54.99 · EUR 54.99 · GBP 44.99 · CHF 49.99 · CAD 74.99 · DKK 399 · SEK 599 · PLN 229 · CZK 1,290. Everywhere else it's the equivalent of USD 54.99, converted automatically. Below the threshold a flat rate applies, always shown at checkout before you pay.
We ship from warehouses in the US, the EU and Japan — whichever is closest to you. US and EU orders arrive in 4–12 business days; the handful of countries served from Japan take around 10. Business days count from dispatch rather than from when you order, and exclude weekends and public holidays. You'll get a tracking number by email the moment your parcel leaves the warehouse.
We only buy from fields grown without pesticides or chemicals. We ask each farmer directly how they manage their land, visit the plantation and processing facility ourselves, taste every harvest before committing, and check that the biodiversity around the fields is alive. Small family farms don't always carry paperwork — so we verify it in person instead.
Japanese green tea covers an enormous range, and choosing online isn't easy. If you've tried yours and it isn't for you, email info@nioteas.com within 30 days with your order number and a line on what you didn't enjoy. We'll send a different tea of equal or lower value, free. Nothing to post back — keep it, share it, or try brewing it cooler. Once per order.
Email info@nioteas.com within 30 days with your order number and a photo. We'll approve it, cover the return postage with a prepaid label or a reimbursement, and refund you — no restocking fee. Refunds go to your original payment method within 2 business days of the return reaching us; your bank may take another 5–20 to show it.
Unopened items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days. Tea is sealed for hygiene, so opened packs can't come back — but the swap above covers exactly that situation. Return postage is yours unless the item arrived damaged, defective or incorrect.
Orders to the US and EU ship domestically from our local warehouse, so there's no customs charge and no duty. A small number of destinations are served from our Japan warehouse, where your own customs authority may apply import duty, VAT or a carrier handling fee on delivery. Those are set by your country, not by us. Ask before you order and we'll help you check.
info@nioteas.com or +41 79 751 83 88. We reply within 2 business days, usually much sooner, in English.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 13 reviews.
Delikatnie słodka, umiarkowanie pełne body - za drugim parzeniem zadziwiająco smaczniejsza, pełniejsze, bardziej gęste, wyraźniejsze, słodsze body. Uji Sencha Chanoka świetnie nadaje się do codziennego parzenia. Niestety nie mogę dać pełnej oceny.
I drink green tea every day. Call me an addict! Uji Sencha Chanoka is everything you could want in an organic sencha. Delicious. I’ll definitely order again!
I'm really loving this sencha! I find that it even works well as a cold brew even though I didn't see it mentioned anywhere. Perfect for days at the lake!
The overall experience of drinking this sencha couldn't have been better. The flavor is simply amazing, and I even enjoy the ritual of preparing each cup. I can't recommend this tea enough!
The aroma of the leaves in this sencha is so energizing. It's like a breath of fresh air that wakes up my senses and prepares me for my long, hectic day ahead.
Brewing up a cup of this sencha each morning is a true pleasure. It's a ritual that I look forward to each day, and the flavor helps me ease into the morning
