2) An Unforgettable First Sip
The inspiration for Kohki-en began with a single, unforgettable cup of tea-one that revealed a depth of umami and clarity we had never experienced before. This "aha!" moment, encountered at a specialist teahouse in Japan, opened our eyes to what tea could truly be.
3) Why Most Tea Isn't Enough
Most teas sold in today's market fall short-not due to lack of tradition, but because of compromises in scale, sourcing, and storytelling. Kohki-en blends only carefully selected leaves from Kagoshima, Japan's largest teagrowing region, working closely with trusted artisans whose techniques are rarely found in everyday retail.
4) Crafted with Quiet Expertise
Ours is not mass production, nor is it inaccessible luxury. It is honest, small-batch excellence-made possible through a quiet partnership with leading Japanese tea makers.
5) Sharing Tea, Honestly
With simple, minimal packaging and direct distribution, we strip away unnecessary cost so more people can access this authentic experience. A single sip of Kohki-en is meant to evoke Kagoshima's sunlight, soil and water-on intuitive connection to place and purity.
This project is the result of a quiet collaboration between two Japanese companies committed to sharing authentic Japanese tea with the world - FOUR DESIGN, LLC and SHIMBARA Tea Factory CO., LTD.
