[2026 Limited Edition] The Freshest, Earlier Than Anyone Else. Pre-orders and Sales Begin for "IBUKI" Bottled Tea Made from Freshly Picked New Tea of 2026

Kanesuseicha Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture; Representative Director: Koya Komatsu) is pleased to announce the start of pre-orders and sales for a limited-edition product, made exclusively from the 2026 new tea, from its luxury bottled tea brand "IBUKI bottled tea" (https://ibuki-tea.com/), which has a mission to "spread the value of authentic Japanese tea to the world."

Spring 2026. Delivering the "tea of beginnings" that flows through the tea gardens.

"Kanaya Ibuki" new tea, picked on April 22, 2026.

Spring in Shizuoka's tea gardens, dyed in vibrant fresh green. Enduring the harsh cold of winter, new shoots, having absorbed abundant nutrients from the earth, powerfully emerge. We want to capture every drop of that momentary vitality—the fresh young leaves, dewy from the morning mist, glistening in the sunlight—and seal it in a bottle. With this aspiration, a special bottled tea is born again this year.

The moment the lid is opened, a fresh yet profound, clear and refreshing aroma, unique to new tea, spreads. With a single sip, the "sweetness" and "umami" born from the tenderness of the new shoots pass through the throat like a spring breeze. We deliver the "freshly picked sensation" that could only be experienced in the tea garden, as is.

What is Bottled Tea?

Bottled tea is a liquid-type premium tea where the potential of tea leaves is maximized through a special manufacturing method and bottled. By simply pouring from the bottle into a glass, we want people to enjoy the highest quality tea experience, regardless of time or place. This is one perfected realm of Japanese tea achieved with that desire.

Background: Sophistication of Non-Alcoholic Demand in Restaurants

In recent years, with the penetration of "Sober Curious" culture, where people choose not to drink alcohol, beverage needs in dining out scenes have drastically changed. The value of non-alcoholic beverages in restaurants has risen unprecedentedly, not merely as "alcohol substitutes," but through the spread of "Tea Pairing" that seeks compatibility with dishes.

Behind this is a strong demand for high-value beverages with complex aromas and lingering finishes comparable to wine. Coupled with the growing global appreciation for Japanese tea, bottled tea made from rare Japanese tea has become a top-tier choice symbolizing hospitality, with its adoption accelerating, especially in Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury hotels.

About "IBUKI bottled tea"

"IBUKI bottled tea" was launched in November 2022 as a luxury tea brand. It uses only carefully selected regional tea leaves from Shizuoka and is extracted using a special method called "Filtered Cold Brew method," which extracts without heat sterilization. Within one year of the brand's release, it recorded cumulative sales of over 1,500 bottles. With the mission to "spread the value of authentic Japanese tea to the world," it aims to pass down accumulated techniques and aspirations to future generations. And it will prove the value of Japanese tea to the world.

Product Details

■ Limited Edition Product: IBUKI 2026 FIRST flush

New tea, freshly picked, is immediately extracted and manufactured. Among "IBUKI," the brand's flagship bottled tea, this is a limited-time line that can only be produced during this season.

This set includes rare raw tea leaves that are not usually available on the market. The needle-thin, lustrous dark green tea leaves are truly a "work of art" showcasing the craftsmanship. We propose a luxurious moment to appreciate the beauty of the tea leaves and reflect on the scenery of the production area while savoring the bottled tea.

[ Contents ]

Bottled in a cosmetic box (2026 FIRST flush specification) 750ml or 180ml

Variety tea "Kanaya Ibuki" 2026 new tea leaves 10g

[ Product Details ]

Sales price: 750ml: 25,920 yen (tax included)

180ml: 11,880 yen (tax included)

Shipping period: Scheduled to be shipped sequentially from May 7, 2026

Sales URL:

750ml: https://ibuki-tea.com/c/products/ibuki/85975

180ml: https://ibuki-tea.com/c/products/ibuki/85918

■ About the rare variety "Kanaya Ibuki"

This is a rare variety symbolizing Kanesuseicha, selected and cultivated over more than 20 years in its own research tea garden. The overwhelming "rich sweetness" that spreads the moment it enters the mouth, followed by a "deep umami." The refreshing aroma that remains as an aftertaste after drinking boasts a perfection that is unrivaled.

■ Company Overview

Company Name: Kanesuseicha Co., Ltd. (https://kanes.co.jp/)

Location: 834-1 Ushio, Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture

Established: March 1, 1978 (Founded 1957)

Representative: Koya Komatsu

Business Activities:

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