22 November 2025
The Heartbeat of Japanese Green Tea: Deconstructing the Shizuoka Tea Auction System
Explore the Shizuoka Tea Auction System, the economic and cultural heart of Japan's green tea industry. Learn about the annual Hatsu Kō (First Bidding), the grading of aracha, and the system's role in setting global prices for premium Shincha and Sencha.