How does it taste?

The natural sweetness of stems, with little astringency. As you prepare it, a spicy fragrance reminiscent of Japanese sansho pepper wafts into the air.

How/when to enjoy it?

Drink it when you want to relax, like herb tea.

What to enjoy it with?

Dishes like barbecued eel on rice (unaju) or a bowl of rice topped with chicken and eggs (oyako donburi). It goes well with spicy aromas.

How do Ippodo staff enjoy it?

Prepare three teapots using the same tea leaves to fill a large carafe or jug that can be placed on the table for meals with family.