{"product_id":"burdock-root-tea-gobo-cha","title":"Burdock Root Tea (Gobo Cha)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Smooth, Easy‑to‑Drink Burdock Tea\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWhen you hear “burdock tea,” you might imagine a strong, earthy bitterness. We always assumed it was healthy but not something we’d drink casually… yet this tea completely changed our mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma that rises as you sip is wonderfully fragrant, and you can enjoy its natural umami and gentle sweetness. Despite that depth of flavor, the finish is incredibly clean and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe burdock used in this tea is grown in fields overlooking the Shirakami Mountains. These fields sit on sandy soil near the Sea of Japan, separated only by a windbreak forest. The sandy terrain allows the burdock roots to grow straight and deep without obstruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes it even more special is that the burdock is left in the ground over winter and harvested in early spring after the snow melts. During this time, the plant naturally changes its composition to avoid freezing. Specifically, the water‑soluble fiber \u003cem\u003einulin\u003c\/em\u003e breaks down into \u003cem\u003efructooligosaccharides\u003c\/em\u003e — increasing the natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn other words, overwintering makes the burdock even more delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea uses the whole burdock root, including the skin, which is rich in antioxidant polyphenols. It’s finely ground to ensure maximum extraction of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe triangular tea bags also make it easy to brew anytime.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne tea bag brews about 400 ml (2–3 cups in a mug).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrew with hot water for a relaxing cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrew cold for a refreshing, chuggable drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrew with hot milk and add sugar to taste for a cozy treat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen the tea bag and use the contents in cooking:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOchazuke\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sprinkle over rice and pour hot tea on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTakikomi Gohan\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cook together with rice for amazing aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e – Add at the end for a fragrant finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is naturally caffeine‑free, so you can enjoy it anytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown and packaged entirely by Akita Shirakami Foods Co., Ltd. They use no pesticides other than soil disinfectant, and all weeding is done by hand — a truly careful and trustworthy process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re even a little curious, we highly recommend giving it a try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSukkiri Burdock Tea – 10 bags (1.5 g each)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurdock root (grown in Akita Prefecture)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shirakami Shokuhin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45297868734636,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/9368\/3628\/files\/Burdock-tea-gobo-cha.heic?v=1777706283","url":"https:\/\/nishizawa-en.com\/products\/burdock-root-tea-gobo-cha","provider":"Nishizawa En","version":"1.0","type":"link"}