Tea fields of Shizuoka and Mt. Fuji
Organic JAS Certified FSSC 22000 (In Progress) World Green Tea Contest Grand Gold Prize

Crafting Delicious Tea -
This is Our Mission.

Since 1894.
We deliver safe, secure, and carefully selected teas from Japan's finest production regions.

ABOUT

Producing Authentic Tea That Meets
Uncompromising Standards

For Kanehachi Chaen, dealing in tea is not merely about buying and selling products. For over 130 years since our founding, we have dedicated ourselves to a single mission: producing authentic tea that meets uncompromising standards.

History

Trust Built Since 1894. We cherish the strong bonds we have built with our suppliers and tea producers over the years.

Origins

We meticulously study the characteristics of each region, from the misty mountains of Honyama to the vast, fertile soils of Makinohara.

Craftsmanship

Our master tea blenders adjust the firing process (Hi-ire) based on daily conditions—subtle adjustments that machines cannot replicate.

QUALITY

Our Commitment to Quality

A system of uncompromising quality, cultivated through over 130 years of experience.

01

Selection of Origins & Producers

Strictly selected from Japan's renowned tea regions. We maintain long-term contracts built on trust with dedicated tea farmers over three generations.

02

Supervision of Manufacturing

The firing process (Hi-ire) is judged by the five senses of skilled tea masters. They achieve an optimal finish that machines alone cannot replicate.

03

Sensory Inspection

A rigorous four-step evaluation of Aroma, Taste, Water Color, and Appearance. Any tea that falls below our standards is rejected.

04

Scientific Verification

Lot-by-lot testing for over 200 types of pesticide residues. We also quantify quality through detailed component analysis.

Only tea that has cleared all these strict standards reaches our customers bearing the "Kanehachi" name.
Products

Premium Matcha

Ceremonial

CEREMONIAL

Ceremonial Grade

  • 100% First Flush tea leaves
  • Fine, smooth texture unique to high-grade Matcha
  • Vivid green color with a rich flavor
[Ideal For] Traditional Tea Ceremony (Koicha & Usucha), High-end Confectionery
Premium

PREMIUM

Premium Grade

  • Well-balanced flavor and versatility
  • Bright green color with balanced Umami
[Ideal For] Matcha Lattes, Pastries, Ice Cream
For Cooking

FOR COOKING

Cooking Grade

  • Retains strong Matcha flavor and color
  • Resistant to fading even when heated
  • Good green color with a mild flavor
[Ideal For] Baking, Pastries, Lattes, Sweets
Award Winning Tea

Global Award-Winning Teas

Tenku no Cha
2024 Grand Gold

TENKU NO CHA

Tea Above the Clouds

  • Grown in mountains over 350m high
  • Single-origin tea from dedicated farmers
  • Careful firing by master artisans
神茶
2023 Gold Prize

KAMICHA

Divine Tea

  • The Pinnacle of Shizuoka Honyama Tea
  • Dedicated to Kunozan Toshogu Shrine
  • Traditional flavor loved by Ieyasu Tokugawa
CHAKA
2022/2024 Gold Prize

CHAKA

Premium Single Origin

  • Midorigo (Honyama)
  • Yabukita (Makinohara)
  • Kirari 31 (Makinohara)
  • Okuyutaka (Ryogouchi)
  • Saeakari (Makinohara)
FACILITY

Facilities and Certifications Supporting Safety and Trust

Manufacturing Facilities

  • Large Low-Temperature Refrigerator -25℃ for complete freshness maintenance
  • Comprehensive Finishing & Automatic Blending Uniform blending while performing meticulous finishing using traditional methods
  • Clean Room Hygienic packaging environment

Quality Certifications & Inspection

  • Global Safety Standards Organic JAS Certification, HACCP Compliant, FSSC 22000 (In Progress)
  • Export Certificate Issuance Capable of meeting import regulations of various countries
  • All-Lot Inspection Component Analysis (Catechin, Theanine) and Sensory Inspection by in-house Tea Masters

BUSINESS GUIDE

Trade Terms

MOQ
Varies by Private Brand
or product grade
Payment Terms
T/T (Advanced Payment) or L/C
Price Terms
FOB TOKYO (Incoterms 2020)
Lead Time
2 to 8 weeks after payment confirmation
(depending on stock availability)

Private Brand (OEM) & Customization

We accept custom blends. We will propose solutions based on your desired quantity and application.

Samples (Paid)

We offer paid Matcha samples for each grade tailored to your needs.

* These are wholesale prices; we do not accept discount negotiations.
* Shelf Life: 12 months from manufacturing date (under appropriate storage conditions).
Contact

Contact Us

If you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to contact us.
We also offer paid Matcha samples tailored to your needs.

Go to Inquiry Form

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Kanehachi Chaen Co., Ltd.

130 Kitaban-cho, Aoi-ku, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka 420-0005, Japan