Among Japan’s legendary tea regions, names like Uji  and Yame  have long stood as symbols of excellence. Yet in the misty valleys of Shizuoka, the quiet town of Asahina  has been steadily earning recognition as Japan’s most refined and exclusive matcha terroir. Once known only to connoisseurs and gyokuro masters, Asahina is now emerging as a new benchmark of quality — one that rivals, and in some ways surpasses, even the famed Uji and Yame. Here are the 6 reasons why. 1 . Top

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