Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Grand Prize and Makuake 999%: "ZEN TEA BREW" Featured in 3 Shizuoka Media Outlets in April – DIY Tea & Alcohol Cocktail Kit Now Available for National EC Sales Following Media Buzz from Shizuoka Shimbun, K-MIX, and SBS Radio
Dozo Inc.'s "ZEN TEA BREW", which won the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Grand Prize and achieved 999% on Makuake, gained significant attention in Shizuoka after being featured in three local media outlets in April. Following this buzz, the DIY tea and alcohol cocktail kit is now available for national e-commerce sales, with a pop-up event scheduled in Shizuoka for May.
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Dozo Inc. (located at 1-2 Tenma-cho, Aoi-ku, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture, 3F; Representative Director: Kohei Miura), which operates "ZEN TEA BREW" and boasts achievements such as the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries "INACOME Business Contest 2025" Grand Prize and a 999% Makuake success rate, was successively featured by Shizuoka Shimbun (April 20), K-MIX "Ketchup no Dobadoba Shizuoka" (April 25), and SBS Radio "Gogo Borake" (April 27) in April 2026, generating significant buzz, primarily in Shizuoka.
Following these broadcasts, which can be listened to nationwide via radiko's time-free function, there has been a flood of inquiries asking, "Where can I buy it?" and "I heard about it for the first time on the radio." To respond to this overwhelming response, "ZEN TEA BREW" is now available for purchase on the official e-commerce website (https://www.zenteabrew.com).
Four flavors of a new sensation DIY cocktail kit featuring Shizuoka-grown premium tea leaves, fruits, and spices are now available for nationwide delivery.
Three consecutive appearances in Shizuoka media in April — now is the chance for those who heard the radio broadcasts.
April 20 (Monday) Shizuoka Shimbun New Tea Special
Featured in Shizuoka Shimbun's New Tea Special (page 13) as "Revolutionizing Japanese Tea with Cocktails." Kohei Miura's entrepreneurial story and the new possibilities for Japanese tea that ZEN TEA BREW aims for were extensively covered. It was introduced as a brand that will lead the future of Shizuoka tea in a special feature titled "Focusing on the World, Budding for Revival."
April 25 (Saturday) K-MIX "Ketchup no Dobadoba Shizuoka"
Appeared on Shizuoka's radio variety program, broadcast every Saturday from 18:00 to 18:30. Together with navigator Ketchup and commentator Masaaki Ishikawa (Escreate Inc.), they discussed new ways to enjoy tea and alcohol and their passion for Shizuoka tea. You can listen to it time-free on radiko.
Program page: https://k-mix.co.jp/program-dobadoba
April 27 (Monday) SBS Radio "Gogo Borake" Live Appearance
Appeared live on the program hosted by Monndo Yamada, a personality from Shizuoka City. They talked for about 20 minutes about the birth of ZEN TEA BREW, the innovative idea of a tea x spirits cocktail kit, and their aspirations for the Shizuoka tea industry.
Program page: https://www.at-s.com/sbsradio/program/gogoborake/
Representative Kohei Miura commented, "Immediately after the radio broadcasts, we received numerous inquiries asking 'Where can I buy it?'. I was surprised at how many people are interested in this new way of enjoying tea and alcohol. Please try it on our official website (https://www.zenteabrew.com)."
National EC general sales begin — now everyone, both radio listeners and newcomers, can purchase.
For those who heard it on the radio and were curious, it is now available for purchase on the official e-commerce site (https://www.zenteabrew.com). We deliver nationwide kits of Shizuoka-grown premium tea leaves x fruits x spices that allow you to create authentic tea cocktails by simply infusing them in spirits (gin, whiskey, vodka, etc.).
It has been scientifically confirmed that extracting tea leaves with alcohol increases catechin extraction efficiency by over 140% compared to hot or cold water, achieving both "enjoyment" and "health" simultaneously. It also offers a new option for those who want to enjoy alcohol but are concerned about its burden on the body.
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Grand Prize, Makuake 999% — A brand with a proven track record domestically and internationally is finally going nationwide.
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries "INACOME Business Contest 2025" Grand Prize
Makuake 999% achievement rate, over 3,000 units sold in 4 months
Berkeley SkyDeck Pitch Contest Grand Prize, USA
US FDA certification obtained, nationwide shipping started in the US
ZEN TEA BREW, which garnered significant attention through crowdfunding with comments like "Best for gifts," "Repeat weekly," and "Finally understood the depth of tea," has now started general sales on its official e-commerce site.
Additionally, a pop-up event will be held on May 5 (Tuesday/Holiday) at "Sunpu Takumishuku Kotokoto STORE," a traditional craft experience facility in Shizuoka City. Tea cocktail and non-alcoholic tea tastings are free. Please try it online first, and then enjoy it in person at the venue on the day (details: https://takumishuku.jp/cotocoto.html).
Available Flavors (All 4 types)
Tochashi no Ichigeki Yuzu Green Tea Highball
SPICY GREEN TEA MARGARITA
Ichigo to Bara to Koucha Afternoon Cocktail
ROSE BLACK TEA MARTINI
Mayonaka no Ichijiku Smoke Cocktail
SMOK
Following these broadcasts, which can be listened to nationwide via radiko's time-free function, there has been a flood of inquiries asking, "Where can I buy it?" and "I heard about it for the first time on the radio." To respond to this overwhelming response, "ZEN TEA BREW" is now available for purchase on the official e-commerce website (https://www.zenteabrew.com).
Four flavors of a new sensation DIY cocktail kit featuring Shizuoka-grown premium tea leaves, fruits, and spices are now available for nationwide delivery.
Three consecutive appearances in Shizuoka media in April — now is the chance for those who heard the radio broadcasts.
April 20 (Monday) Shizuoka Shimbun New Tea Special
Featured in Shizuoka Shimbun's New Tea Special (page 13) as "Revolutionizing Japanese Tea with Cocktails." Kohei Miura's entrepreneurial story and the new possibilities for Japanese tea that ZEN TEA BREW aims for were extensively covered. It was introduced as a brand that will lead the future of Shizuoka tea in a special feature titled "Focusing on the World, Budding for Revival."
April 25 (Saturday) K-MIX "Ketchup no Dobadoba Shizuoka"
Appeared on Shizuoka's radio variety program, broadcast every Saturday from 18:00 to 18:30. Together with navigator Ketchup and commentator Masaaki Ishikawa (Escreate Inc.), they discussed new ways to enjoy tea and alcohol and their passion for Shizuoka tea. You can listen to it time-free on radiko.
Program page: https://k-mix.co.jp/program-dobadoba
April 27 (Monday) SBS Radio "Gogo Borake" Live Appearance
Appeared live on the program hosted by Monndo Yamada, a personality from Shizuoka City. They talked for about 20 minutes about the birth of ZEN TEA BREW, the innovative idea of a tea x spirits cocktail kit, and their aspirations for the Shizuoka tea industry.
Program page: https://www.at-s.com/sbsradio/program/gogoborake/
Representative Kohei Miura commented, "Immediately after the radio broadcasts, we received numerous inquiries asking 'Where can I buy it?'. I was surprised at how many people are interested in this new way of enjoying tea and alcohol. Please try it on our official website (https://www.zenteabrew.com)."
National EC general sales begin — now everyone, both radio listeners and newcomers, can purchase.
For those who heard it on the radio and were curious, it is now available for purchase on the official e-commerce site (https://www.zenteabrew.com). We deliver nationwide kits of Shizuoka-grown premium tea leaves x fruits x spices that allow you to create authentic tea cocktails by simply infusing them in spirits (gin, whiskey, vodka, etc.).
It has been scientifically confirmed that extracting tea leaves with alcohol increases catechin extraction efficiency by over 140% compared to hot or cold water, achieving both "enjoyment" and "health" simultaneously. It also offers a new option for those who want to enjoy alcohol but are concerned about its burden on the body.
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Grand Prize, Makuake 999% — A brand with a proven track record domestically and internationally is finally going nationwide.
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries "INACOME Business Contest 2025" Grand Prize
Makuake 999% achievement rate, over 3,000 units sold in 4 months
Berkeley SkyDeck Pitch Contest Grand Prize, USA
US FDA certification obtained, nationwide shipping started in the US
ZEN TEA BREW, which garnered significant attention through crowdfunding with comments like "Best for gifts," "Repeat weekly," and "Finally understood the depth of tea," has now started general sales on its official e-commerce site.
Additionally, a pop-up event will be held on May 5 (Tuesday/Holiday) at "Sunpu Takumishuku Kotokoto STORE," a traditional craft experience facility in Shizuoka City. Tea cocktail and non-alcoholic tea tastings are free. Please try it online first, and then enjoy it in person at the venue on the day (details: https://takumishuku.jp/cotocoto.html).
Available Flavors (All 4 types)
Tochashi no Ichigeki Yuzu Green Tea Highball
SPICY GREEN TEA MARGARITA
Ichigo to Bara to Koucha Afternoon Cocktail
ROSE BLACK TEA MARTINI
Mayonaka no Ichijiku Smoke Cocktail
SMOK