Akira Hojo
Japanese tea sourcer and curator specializing in Yunnan white teas from natural and wild gardens. The Leaves are sourced from centuries-old Camellia sinensis and Camellia taliensis trees in Yunnan's high-altitude regions, including the Gu Shu Yinzhen and Ancient Tree White Tea.
Background
Akira Hojo, born in Nagano, Japan, holds a Master's degree in Food Science. With over a decade in Japan's food industry, he transitioned to the tea world, establishing HOJO Tea. His scientific background informs his meticulous approach to tea sourcing and production.
"The quality of tea is determined by the quality of the raw material."
Akira Hojo
About Akira Hojo (, )
HOJO Tea operates from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with direct involvement in tea production in Yunnan, China.
Akira Hojo's dedication to quality leads him to remote Yunnan villages, where he collaborates directly with local farmers. By overseeing every step—from leaf selection to processing—he ensures teas of exceptional character and purity.