Large, tough leaves for a unique flavor profile and aroma
No smokiness for a pure, traditional green tea experience
Light, grassy taste ideal for summer or light tea preferences
Unflavored for versatile brewing and pairing with other teas
Summarized by Shop
It is wonderful what a few weeks can do. Banchas are made of large, tougher leaves. As the season wears on, the chemical composition of the leaves changes. By the time the Bancha harvest begins, the smoother-tasting polyphenols in the leaves have been replaced by harsher ones, and the leaves have lost amino acids that create sweetness and
Type
Green tea
Variety
Bancha
Origin
Japan
Form
Loose leaf
Dietary Preferences
Alcohol-free, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, No artificial colors, No artificial flavors, No preservatives, Non-GMO, Nut-free, Soy-free, Sugar-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Summarized by Shop
4.8
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One of The Best
I'm not a green tea drinker, I buy it for my husband. He says this tea is very good, probably in his Top 10 of favorite green teas.
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Karen · June 24, 2026
Good daily tea
I usually have Sencha tea in the morning and Bancha tea in the evening since Bancha tea has less since caffeine. I like the earthy taste.
J
Joye · June 15, 2026
Great, everyday green tea
This is a staple for me. Like to have it in the evening. Also very nice iced.