About Tea in Gifu Prefecture
The northern and eastern parts of the prefecture are home to the 3,000-meter-class peaks of the Northern and Central Alps. Flowing from these mountains, the Ibi, Nagara, and Kiso rivers shape the prefecture’s rich natural environment.
Nurtured by these mountains and waters, Gifu Prefecture produces teas with distinct regional character. These include Ibi tea and Shirakawa tea, known collectively as Mino tea, as well as “Kashimo tea,” made exclusively from the first flush of tea leaves grown in the headwaters of the Shirakawa River. Additionally, Ena tea, Tsubo tea, and Gujo bancha are cherished as teas rich in the local flavor of the prefecture.
Reference Links
For more detailed information, please also refer to the following official and producer group resources.
- 岐阜県ホームページ— 美濃茶について（県の公式解説）
- 農事組合法人 桂茶生産組合（揖斐茶）
- 農事組合法人 加子母茶業組合（かしも茶）
- 白川茶農業協同組合連合会