{"product_id":"fuji-no-tsuyu","title":"Fuji No Tsuyu - High-Grade Gyokuro from Uji, Kyoto by Shogyokuen","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eFuji No Tsuyu - High-Grade Gyokuro from Uji, Kyoto by Shogyokuen\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuji No Tsuyu is a high-grade gyokuro from Shogyokuen, produced from Uji, Kyoto. At this level, the tea enters rare territory - richness and layered complexity that only the most carefully selected and processed leaves can produce. The step from mid-range gyokuro to this tier is not incremental; it is a different class of tea. For serious gyokuro drinkers and professionals who appreciate what the upper tiers of Uji production can deliver, Fuji No Tsuyu is exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Fuji No Tsuyu\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuji No Tsuyu sits in the high-grade tier of Shogyokuen's nine-tier gyokuro range - above the premium tiers and below only Kanmuriri, Tokusei Shogyoku, and Gyokuro Shogyoku. Leaf selection at this level is highly selective, and the production process is refined to extract maximum depth and smoothness. The result is a cup that is rich, layered, and exceptionally smooth - the kind of gyokuro that reveals itself across multiple infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiquor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, vivid green\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, full, velvety\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, complex, sweet\n\u003cstrong\u003eUmami:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very high, multi-layered\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstringency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuji No Tsuyu brews a deep, vivid green liquor with a rich, velvety body. Very high umami opens the cup - multi-layered, sustained, and remarkably clean. Natural sweetness is deep and persistent, running through the entire body and into a long, complex finish. Marine depth is more pronounced than lower tiers, adding richness without heaviness. A subtle creaminess coats the palate. Later infusions reveal brighter, sweeter notes as the leaves unfold. The overall impression is one of quiet power and composure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew Fuji No Tsuyu\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended brewing parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf: 5-6g per 60-80ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater temperature: 45-50 degrees C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteeping time: 120-150 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfusions: 3-5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-grade gyokuro benefits from slightly cooler temperatures and longer steeping than entry-level tiers. This draws out the full layered complexity without introducing any bitterness. Pour fully and carefully after each infusion. Give this tea the time it requires - the reward is worth the patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e A shiboridashi is ideal at this level. Small yunomi cups (50-80ml).\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Fuji No Tsuyu Compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuji No Tsuyu sits above \u003ca href=\"\/products\/misono-no-hikari\"\u003eMisono No Hikari\u003c\/a\u003e and below \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kanmuriri\"\u003eKanmuriri\u003c\/a\u003e in the Shogyokuen gyokuro range. Above Fuji No Tsuyu, only three tiers remain: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kanmuriri\"\u003eKanmuriri\u003c\/a\u003e (ultra-premium), \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tokusei-shogyoku\"\u003eTokusei Shogyoku\u003c\/a\u003e (pinnacle), and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gyokuro-shogyoku\"\u003eGyokuro Shogyoku\u003c\/a\u003e (Shogyokuen's absolute finest). The step from Misono No Hikari to Fuji No Tsuyu is where richness and multi-layered complexity become the defining qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin and Sourcing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuji No Tsuyu is produced by Shogyokuen, established 1827, Uji, Kyoto. Led by master blender Hiroshi Kobayashi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChaseki holds exclusive Thailand distribution rights for Shogyokuen's full range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizes and Packaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuji No Tsuyu is available in: 100g, 250g, 500g, and 1,000g pouches. Store below 8 degrees C. Best consumed within 12 months of opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Fuji No Tsuyu significantly more expensive than mid-range gyokuro?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaf selection, shading duration, and processing precision all increase substantially at this tier. The result is a cup with depth and complexity that mid-range gyokuro cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow many infusions can I get from Fuji No Tsuyu?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3-5 quality infusions. High-grade gyokuro leaves are robust enough to develop across multiple steepings, with the character evolving from deep and umami-rich to lighter and sweeter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shogyokuen","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":47868858761373,"sku":"SHO-GYO-FJT-100S","price":1457.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":47868858794141,"sku":"SHO-FNT-250G","price":3237.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":false},{"title":"500g","offer_id":47868858826909,"sku":"SHO-FNT-500G","price":5755.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":false},{"title":"1000g","offer_id":47868858859677,"sku":"SHO-FNT-1000G","price":10230.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0347\/1228\/9412\/files\/Gyokuro-Fuji-No-Tsuyu-100g.jpg?v=1777113142","url":"https:\/\/chasekitea.shop\/products\/fuji-no-tsuyu","provider":"Chaseki Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}