Charaku Fine Japanese Tea is a collaboration between Seattle-based tea specialist, Tatsuo Tomeoka, and a fourth-generation tea merchant based in Shizuoka, Japan’s largest and best-known tea growing region. Together, we work in conjunction with artisan tea farmers throughout Japan. We are both passionate about spreading Japanese tea culture and health by making high quality fresh tea available outside of Japan. We offer select leaf teas sourced from around the country, searching for the best of the unique qualities that each appellation has to offer. We also offer Certified Organic Matcha, produced from tencha, hand-picked and granite stone-milled in the traditional method.

We also carry the utensils and accessories necessary to properly prepare and enjoy our quality Japanese tea. This includes hand crafted tea wares, carefully selected from Japanese and international artists. In addition, we provide the educational resources to enhance your understanding and appreciation of Japanese tea. Charaku literally means “Tea Pleasure,” and our hope is that our products and services will enable you to experience the pleasure of fine Japanese tea to the fullest extent!