What Is Japanese Tea

Japanese teas are produced from the leaves of camellia sinensis, the same plant from which black, oolong, white, and purple teas are made. Japan mainly produces green tea, although there are also some specialty black teas produced in Japan.

What is Japanese tea made of?

Japanese teas are produced from the leaves of camellia sinensis, the same plant from which black, oolong, white, and purple teas are made. Japan mainly produces green tea, although there are also some specialty black teas produced in Japan.

What makes Japanese tea different?

Japanese black teas are still quite rare. They are made from different cultivars than Indian or Chinese tea, so the flavor will be different as well. Expect lighter infusion, bright orange to red color, a bit of astringency and sweetness, or even smoked flavor.