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• Ichibancha (一番茶): The first harvest of green tea in the year, usually occurring in late April to early May, considered the highest quality.

 

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• Iribancha (いり番茶): A Kyoto specialty, this smoked green tea has a unique, robust flavor.

 

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• Ippuku (一服): Translates to "one cup of tea," often used to invite someone to share a relaxing tea break.

 

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• Imari ware (伊万里焼): A type of Japanese porcelain, often used for making intricately decorated tea ceremony bowls.

 

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• Ikebana (生け花): Although primarily the art of flower arrangement, ikebana is closely associated with the aesthetic and philosophy of the tea ceremony.