A Jewel of Uji’s Tea Heritage

Discover one of the most refined expressions of Japanese tea artistry. Gyokuro “Kin-Un” (金雲, Golden Clouds) is crafted by Fukujuen, Kyoto’s oldest and most prestigious tea house, with a history dating back to 1790. Cultivated in the misty valleys of Uji, the birthplace of Japan’s finest green teas, Kin-Un embodies over two centuries of dedication to perfection.

Cultivation & Craftsmanship

• Traditional Shading (Kabuse): Tea gardens are carefully covered for over 20 days before harvest, allowing the leaves to grow slowly in soft light. This process increases theanine and chlorophyll, creating Gyokuro’s signature umami-rich sweetness and jade-green liquor.

• Hand-Selected Leaves: Only the most delicate spring buds are harvested, steamed, rolled, and dried with meticulous care.

• Aged Refinement: Like the finest Gyokuro, Kin-Un is rested post-production, allowing flavors to mature into a rounded, silky character.

Flavor & Aroma Profile

• Liquor: Vibrant jade-green, thick and glossy in the cup.

• Aroma: Deep marine freshness with hints of nori, pine resin, and orchard fruit.

• Taste: Layers of umami and natural sweetness, balanced with a soft vegetal depth and a subtle nutty note.

• Finish: Long, elegant, and lingering, with a delicate sweetness on the palate.

Packaging & Presentation

• Presented in a luxurious hammered silver canister, designed to preserve freshness and to reflect the artistry of Kyoto metalwork.

• Encased in a refined wood-textured gift box with elegant calligraphy, making it ideal as a premium gift or collector’s piece.