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Hojicha

焙じ茶 (Hōjicha)

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At a glance

Japanese name焙じ茶
RomajiHōjicha
CategoryBeverage ingredients
Regions of originKyoto (Uji, Wazuka), Shizuoka, Nationwide
Harvest seasonContinuous (roasted from late-harvest / stem tea)
Typical MOQ20–100 kg (powder); 50–200 kg (loose)
Typical lead time3–6 weeks
Japan regulatory statusFood Sanitation Act
Suppliers listed11 suppliers

About this ingredient

Hojicha is a Japanese green tea that has been roasted at high temperature, producing a distinctive toasty, low-astringency, low-caffeine beverage. The powdered form is used in ice cream, baked goods, specialty lattes, and confectionery. Export demand has grown as a caffeine-lower alternative to matcha.

Regulatory status

JapanFood Sanitation Act
EUFood import
United StatesGenerally recognized as food
ChinaVerify

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Last updated: 2026-04-24