The aroma of SAYAMA-CHA (tea) which follows tradition of tea from the northern limit

Abstract

Tea cultivated in Saitama, where it is said to be the far north of main production of tea ─ the economical northern limit, is called SAYAMA-CHA (tea). Tea cultivar with cold resistance has been cultivated because Saitama is too cold for tea plants. Recently, a cultivar ‘Okuharuka’ having cherry-leaves-like aroma was bred. Not only tea experts but also consumers can notice its aroma. In addition, there are many other cultivars, such as ‘Yumewakaba’ having osmanthus-like sweet aroma, and ‘Fukumidori’ having graceful aroma, and ’Musashikaori’ having brisk aroma.