In short: Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha LLC is a green tea estate in Soo-Shi, Japan, operating at 187 metres and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha LLC is a tea estate located in Soo-Shi, in the Kagoshima Prefecture of southern Japan, at an elevation of 187 metres. The estate is operated by Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha LLC itself and produces green tea. No commercial buyers are currently recorded in our directory.
Terroir & Climate
At 187 metres in southern Kyushu, estates in this region typically benefit from a mild, maritime-influenced climate that extends the growing season relative to higher-latitude tea districts. Soo-Shi lies in a volcanic landscape where soils derived from ash and pumice tend to offer good drainage and mineral availability, conditions that generally favour vigorous vegetative growth. The relatively low elevation and warmth often mean that first flush can arrive earlier in the spring, and estates at this altitude may harvest multiple times through the season.
The latitude of approximately 31.6° north places this estate in a zone where winter cold is moderate but sufficient to induce dormancy, and where summer warmth and humidity are pronounced. These conditions typically support the rapid shoot growth valued in Japanese green tea cultivation, though they also require attentive canopy management and pest monitoring. Rainfall in southern Kagoshima is generally ample, and the combination of warmth, moisture, and volcanic soil tends to yield teas with a characteristic vegetal intensity.
Tea Produced
The estate produces green tea, and at this elevation and latitude the leaf is typically processed in the Japanese sencha or steamed-green style, though production methods are not verified. Teas from Soo-Shi and the broader southern Kagoshima region often exhibit a robust, grassy character with a pronounced umami backbone, reflecting both the vigorous growth cycle and the influence of volcanic terroir. Cups tend toward a bright green liquor with vegetal sweetness and a clean, slightly marine finish, though individual processing choices and cultivar selection will influence the final profile.
Operator
Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha LLC operates this estate directly. No other estates operated by the same company are currently recorded in our directory, suggesting a single-estate operation or a scale not yet reflected in publicly available supply-chain data.
Certifications & Ethics
The estate holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that monitors labour standards, environmental practice, and social conditions on member farms. For buyers, this certification indicates that the estate has undergone independent assessment against the ETP's code, covering issues such as wages, working hours, health and safety, and pesticide management. For workers, it implies access to grievance mechanisms and periodic audits, though the effectiveness of such schemes depends on the rigour of implementation and the frequency of site visits.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc lies at 31.6465, 131.0202 in Soo-Shi, Japan. Its 187 m elevation is the highest of 11 estates we map in Japan. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Wakohen Inc. — 18 km away · Shibushi-Shi
- Tokkoen Co. Ltd. — 49 km away · Kagoshima-City
- Ocha No Kajihara — 80 km away · Kumamoto
- Nishi Tea Factory — 446 km away · Izumo
- Hannam Tea Estate — 447 km away · Seogwipo-si
Observed Climate at Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc’s coordinates recorded 1,811 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (365 mm) and the driest was January (34 mm). Daytime highs averaged 21.4 °C and overnight lows 13.0 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,811 mm |
| Wettest month | May (365 mm) |
| Driest month | January (34 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 21.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 13.0 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc located?
Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc is in Soo-Shi, Japan, at coordinates 31.6465, 131.0202, at an elevation of about 187 metres.
Who operates Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc?
Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc is operated by Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc produce?
Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc is recorded as producing green tea.
What certifications does Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc hold?
Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Atelier Sueyoshi Seicha Llc receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,811 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (365 mm).
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
