Welcome to Jugetsudo

The "cha zen ichimi" principle, which states that tea and zen are one, invites us to refine our senses and prepare tea with full and sincere attention.

Founded in Tokyo in 1854, Jugetsudo selects teas sourced directly from Japan. Through carefully crafted blends, we offer moments of pleasure that awaken the five senses.

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  • Sechcha

    Classic Green Tea

    A balanced green tea with fresh vegetal notes and a delicate, enveloping astringency.


    Profile: fresh, vegetal, balanced

    Time: morning, break

  • Gyokuro

    Grand cru green tea

    Grown in shaded conditions, gyokuro develops a deep sweetness and a refined umami.


    Profile: mild, umami, elegant
    Moment: slow tasting, special occasion

  • Matcha

    Green tea powder

    Our matcha reveals a smooth sweetness and a delicately creamy texture. Its richness and depth of flavor make it an ideal tea for finding your center.


    Profile: intense, creamy, deep
    Time: morning, concentration

  • Genmaicha

    Green tea with roasted rice grains

    A blend of green tea and roasted rice, genmaicha is prized for its warm notes and toasty aroma. Enriched with matcha, it offers a smooth and comforting cup.


    Profile: toasty, round, comforting
    Timing: during and after a meal

  • Hojicha

    Roasted green tea

    Made from carefully roasted sencha leaves, hojicha develops a comforting sweetness and delicate toasted notes. Low in caffeine, it's the perfect accompaniment to moments of relaxation.


    Profile: toasted, sweet, soothing
    Time: evening, relaxation

  • Other teas & infusions

    Japanese black tea and herbal infusion

    A selection of diverse teas, from mild and refreshing mugicha to delicate Japanese black tea. Infusions designed to accompany every moment with simplicity.


    Profile: soft, light, accessible
    Timing: throughout the day

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the difference between preparing tea in a teapot (kyusu) or directly in a cup?

A kyusu teapot allows the leaves to express themselves better and reveals a richer and more balanced infusion.

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Why shouldn't boiling water be used for all green teas?

Using boiling water for green tea accentuates the bitterness and masks the more delicate aromas. A lower temperature allows for a gentler, more balanced infusion. For roasted teas like hojicha or genmaicha, hotter water is more suitable, with a shorter infusion time to preserve the balance.

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What happens if you infuse it for too long?

Infusing the tea for too long releases more tannins, making it more bitter and astringent, at the expense of its subtle aromas. The tea's balance is then lost.

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Can the leaves be re-infused? How many times?

Japanese green tea leaves can be re-infused several times: three times for sencha, up to five times for gyokuro. Each infusion reveals new, often lighter, aromas. It is advisable to slightly increase the temperature with each re-infusion.

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